Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Merrill Campground provides a tranquil retreat nestled within the <strong>Lassen National Forest</strong> on the scenic shores of Eagle Lake. This seasonal destination serves as a primary gateway to one of California's most unique high-altitude ecosystems. Known for its serene atmosphere and towering pine canopy, the park offers a classic camping experience that balances the rugged beauty of the wilderness with essential comforts for modern RV travelers seeking a true mountain escape.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Situated approximately 20 miles north of Susanville, California, the park sits at an elevation of 5,100 feet along the south shore of <strong>Eagle Lake</strong>. The surrounding landscape features a transition from high-desert shrublands to dense stands of Jeffrey pine and fir trees. The area is renowned for its remarkably clear night skies and sweeping views of the water, providing a deep sense of seclusion while remaining easily accessible from Highway 139.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>The facility stands out among forest service campgrounds by offering <strong>paved camping pads</strong> that can accommodate a variety of RV lengths and setups. Unlike more primitive forest sites, several loops provide access to water and electrical hookups, allowing for a more comfortable stay. The park includes clean restrooms with flush toilets, <strong>sturdy picnic tables</strong>, and fire rings at every site. A nearby dump station and easy access to the marina ensure a convenient stay for those planning extended trips.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Fishing is the primary draw for many visitors, as the area is home to the world-famous <strong>Eagle Lake Trout</strong>, a species known for its impressive size and fighting spirit. Boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking are popular activities, with a boat launch located just a short distance from the campground. For those who prefer land-based adventures, the <strong>Eagle Lake Shoreline Trail</strong> offers miles of hiking and biking with stunning lake vistas and frequent wildlife sightings.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This destination is an ideal choice for <strong>dedicated anglers</strong> looking to spend long days on the water and families who appreciate a traditional forest camping vibe. It appeals specifically to RVers who want to trade busy commercial parks for a quiet, nature-focused environment without giving up basic utilities. If you enjoy crisp mountain air, morning birdsong, and the smell of pine needles, Merrill Campground is a perfect fit for your northern California travel style.</p>



Lassen Merrill is a small town located in the northern part of California, near the city of Susanville. It is situated in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, and is surrounded by the Lassen National Forest. The town is known for its outdoor activities, such as camping, fishing, hiking, and skiing. It is also home to the Lassen Volcanic National Park, which is a popular destination for visitors. The town is also home to a variety of restaurants, shops, and other businesses.

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Lassen/Merrill

Visit Merrill Campground in Susanville, CA. Enjoy Eagle Lake trout fishing, forest RV sites with hookups, and scenic trails in Lassen National Forest.

Merrill Campground Eagle Lake Susanville, CA RV Guide

Merrill campground was wonderful but the reason they are receiving 5 stars is due to the kindness and helpfulness of the camp host, Patty.

When my RoadTrek's AC stopped working on one of the hottest days of the year, Patty went above and beyond by providing several recommendations on mobile mechanics that serve the Eagle Lake area.

In addition to the wonderful camp hosts, the campground itself was well kept, spacious and clean bathrooms. The view to the lake was beautiful and very much enjoyed the walking/biking trails available.

Loved these campgrounds. Enjoyed 3 days spent here. Stargazing and fire pit with family, what more can you ask for. Great memories made. A big plus, because we Spotted UFOs!!! I have videos. For over 2 hours!

The campground is awesome nice big spots with full partial and non hookups.The road in is not good for rvs, it's very bumpy. Very nice scenery and the bike trail is good.

Nice campground with full hookups, laundry, and store. Great camp hosts. A bit out of the way off highway 395 but well worth the drive.

LOVE this campground!  HUGE spaces. Handicap spaces available. Book 6 months out.. Family friendly. Dog friendly (must be leashed), kid friendly. Hiking, and biking trails take you off-site. The restrooms are cleaned several times a day. Faucet water is spring fed from the lake. Lake is clean - once you get away from the shoreline! Fishing is ok. lots of golden mantles running around. (They look like chipmunks.)

A few pull-through sites, several tent sites, and RV sites accommodating 45' RVs. Full hookup and partial hookups sites, as well as dry camping sites available. There are also a few first-come, first-served sites, if you want to gamble without a reservation.

The marina is about a mile away. Drive over on Eagke Lake Road, or take one of the hiking trails on your bike to get there. Pay showers and washers and dryers are available there. There's a small store at the marina. The store sells Eagle Lake merch, some fishing supplies, and limited groceries. You can also purchase your fishing license.

Camp hosts are top-notch, very friendly, and accommodating. Wood bundles are available for purchase from the camp hosts for $10.00 (in 2025). Quiet time is 10pm to 7am.
You'll see park rangers, fire, and sheriff cruising through the campground on any given day. We feel safe there.

PS: Quick heads up - Amazon and Post Office no longer deliver to the campground...

Pretty good campground.  Clean, large spaces, generally quiet.  Bathrooms were very clean.  Kinda muddy down near the lake and a 5 min walk.  Great for kids and biking, as well as paddle boarding.  Watch out for Bigfoot!

This whole "prototypical" concept is neat, I kinda hope it takes off.  The tiered loops idea with the full hook-up sites at the top, and the non-hook-up sites at the bottom makes it easy to keep track as you are looking to make reservations.  Would be a benefit if you come for a first come, first served site as well. The sites aren't as spacious as Christie, but they're sufficient.  All of the driveways are in great shape and actually built with RVs in mind, so no awkward back-in with a tree blocking you here. I love how much more quiet this campground is with no generators allowed!  Easy access to the bike path is always a plus too, every time we stay we ride our bikes to the Marina and get popsicles/ice cream, it's kind of a tradition.

A few years ago, we were told to evacuate from our prior campground at Warner Valley in Lassen National Park due to the approaching Dixie fire.  We escaped in the early evening before the whole town of Chester was next evacuated (a good thing).  We then went directly (4 days early) to our next campground which was Merrill Campground.  The many fires in California caused cancellations of many sites in this campground because campers could not get here from most directions.

This was a wonderful campground (with full hookups) but sadly the one day we wanted to use the air conditioning it was found to have gone out.

If the area wasn't so remote we would love to camp here for a couple of weeks every year.  It is the best federal campground I have ever had the privilege of enjoying.   As you enter the campground, the left half is first-come first-serve.  The right side is reservable and grouped by utility availability.  The sites closest to the lake had no hookups.  The sites furthest from the lake had full hookups (and so forth).

I took pictures of all the reservable sites and am posting them below so you can see what the shade is like around noon at each site.

Don't forget bicycles if you have them because there is a great paved bike trail along the lake going thru this campground.

I hope the attached photos help you decide which of the great campsites should be reserved and will please you the most.  Some are well shaded, and others might be loved by those who want to use solar panels instead of the electrical power sites that are farthest from the lake.

Fantastic campground. Beautiful surroundings and lots of things to do. Eagle Lake is beautiful, and there is a really nice paved trail that runs alongside the lake that leaves right from the campgrounds. Facilities are clean, but lacking shower facilities. Sites are very large and spread out, so you are not right on top of your neighbors. Clean and well kept.

Great campground. There's a lot of space for the sites. The lake was a lot bigger than I expected. The camp hosts were very nice, and the people working in the store were full of information and fun to talk to.

Spacoius and sites, restrooms. Please for disposing sink water . Beautifull views. Long walk/bike path. Showers would make it perfect!

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Lassen/Merrill