Recreation area

Deer Creek Trailhead

Lassen National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

4.6 miles round-trip; day use only.  Trailhead accessible at the Red Bridge crossing on Highway 32.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.