Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

WiFi

Cable TV

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

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

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

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

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

<h2>Overview</h2><p>The Village at Childs Meadow provides a serene high-altitude escape located in Mill Creek, California. At an elevation of approximately 4,800 feet, this destination offers a refreshing mountain climate and serves as a primary gateway to the wonders of <strong>Lassen Volcanic National Park</strong>. The property harmonizes the history of the region with a peaceful atmosphere, creating a perfect setting for travelers who want to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Northern California's wilderness and volcanic landscapes.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>The park is uniquely positioned within a <strong>vast 140-acre meadow</strong> that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, including the iconic Brokeoff Mountain. Located along the scenic Highway 36, it provides easy access for travelers while maintaining a sense of remote tranquility. The landscape is defined by <strong>towering pine forests</strong> and seasonal wildflowers, offering a picturesque backdrop that changes beautifully throughout the seasons, from lush summer greens to crisp autumn golds.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>Designed with the modern traveler in mind, the park offers a range of facilities to ensure a comfortable stay. The facility provides several key features to enhance the guest experience:</p><ul><li>Spacious <strong>full hookup RV sites</strong> that cater to various vehicle lengths and types.</li><li>An on-site <strong>lodge and restaurant</strong> serving hearty meals in a cozy, rustic mountain setting.</li><li>Convenient access to a general store for essentials and well-maintained shower facilities.</li></ul><p>The presence of the Highlands Ranch Resort on the same property adds an element of refined hospitality to the traditional camping experience, making it feel like a true destination resort.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>The resort is located just nine miles from the <strong>southwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park</strong>, making it a prime location for exploring hydrothermal features and volcanic peaks. Guests can spend their days hiking the <strong>Bumpass Hell Trail</strong> or fishing in the nearby Mill Creek. The surrounding Lassen National Forest offers endless opportunities for mountain biking, bird watching, and photography, while the winter months bring a quiet beauty perfect for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing adventures.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This park is ideal for <strong>nature photographers and hikers</strong> who want to be as close to the national park as possible without sacrificing essential comforts. It is perfect for those who prefer a <strong>relaxed, resort-style atmosphere</strong> compared to more rugged forest service campgrounds. RVers looking for a scenic home base with an on-site dining option will find this to be one of the most convenient and beautiful stops in the Mill Creek area for both short visits and extended stays.</p>



The Village at Childs Meadow Mill Creek is a residential community located in Mill Creek, California. The community is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meadows, and is close to the Mill Creek Reservoir. The Village at Childs Meadow Mill Creek offers a variety of amenities, including a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, and a playground. Residents of the community enjoy easy access to nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a variety of outdoor activities. The Village at Childs Meadow Mill Creek is a great place to call home for those looking for a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle.

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The Village at Childs Meadow

Plan your stay at The Village at Childs Meadow in Mill Creek, CA. Enjoy full hookups and stunning views just miles from Lassen Volcanic National Park.

The Village at Childs Meadow | Mill Creek, CA

A special thanks to Liz and Hilary !! Thank you for making our stay special and memorable. We stayed two nights at the “Village” and dined at the Highlands Ranch resort restaurant across the street. Let me tell you the food is amazing!! Both of our dinners and breakfast visits were delicious and refined, plus excellent wines, we had such great meals and the service was so friendly too. The Valentine’s Day menu included Beef Wellington and Bone Marrow and their French Onion soup was splendid. Also a special treat to have a live due playing trumpet and piano. We plan to return soon and might book one of the cabins next time, although our room was also excellent in the “village” portion of the hotel. Highly recommended:) thanks again guys for a wonderful visit.

We stayed 3 nights in mid-October during mid week.  We arrived a little after 4 pm and wasn’t sure where the office was. There was a woman in a truck who guided me to Frank’s store and said that if I had a reservation there should be an envelop with my name on it with a map of our site.  The site that we were assigned C8 was small with an incline that it would be hard to level our RV Trailer.  I called the office and luckily someone answered.  The campground wasn’t busy and we were able to move to a much better spot B4.  We had a full hookup so we didn’t use the bathroom.  The campground was clean and surrounded by tall trees.  It was quiet at night though it was close to a highway.  We were originally planning to stay in Manzanita Campground but with the government shutdown, we decided to stay here.  It is only 15 min to the entrance.

We stayed here in a small Class C RV in Sept. 2025. I would not go back! Dead deer hanging outside our picture window, and a bloody bear carcass on the truck next to us!! We were mortified! Absolutely stunned that an RV park in CA would allow a dead animal to hang outside for days. It is illegal in California to dress or store game in an RV park! Because OF COURSE IT IS!!!!

The lady at registration warned us that our site, which we picked because of its location at the end corner of a row, was next to an open-sided shed for the hunters to store their dead game. When I reacted with disbelief and told her I was a vegetarian and we were here to see animals in the national park, she said, "Well, don't come here if you don't want to see dead deer during hunting season."

I have no fricking idea when local hunting season starts -- that's like telling me I ought to know who won their team's game

As other reviews have said, check in is ridiculous and we were made to feel like a burden.
We arrived around 3:30pm and the office was closed. We did not have any envelope or instructions waiting for us. After a run-around and being sent by the diner to the lodge across the street, we were scolded that we should have had an envelope on the door and didn't need to cross the street. But no envelope was there; they didn't even have our reservation. They found it, but I don't recall an apology. So their system is definitely a mess.

Beautiful area. If you get a chance, stay here. It's labor day weekend and I was fortunate to get a slot here. We are all pretty close, but its nice here they have a small restaurant and market with patch of grass to play volleyball.  Great for families. Across the street is the resort. With up scale dinning and a boutique.  It's close to Lassen National Park.

We stayed in this place because it was only 15-min drive to Lassen NP south entrance. The room and shower were very small with no AC. It was hot so we had the fan on all night. There was no WiFi either. Luckily cellular reception for Verizon worked. We didn't eat at their restaurant. Instead we drove 20-min further to Chester for dinner and grocery shopping.

The Village at Highlands Ranch was ideal for exploring Lassen. The room was small, but clean, with a comfy king bed, soft sheets, TV, mini-fridge, and microwave. We enjoyed dining at Frank's . The staff were friendly and helpful. We’d love to return to this beautiful meadowside spot with mountain views!

The room is small but clean with a rustic wood floor. A small fridge and Keurig coffe maker were in the room. Hower, only disposable plastic cups were provided which isn't good for hot coffee. Bathroom was recently renovated and clean. One downside is no Wifi available in the room. We had to hangout at the Bistro to have free Wifi via Starlink. I recommend the owner to put in Mesh Wifi so guests can get Wifi access in their rooms.

We found this gem while researching places to stay near Lassen. It's a 5-minute drive from the park's south entrance off highway-89. The Village at Highlands Ranch was perfect for us to explore Lassen and nearby fishing spots. The room was so clean and included a comfortable king bed with soft sheets. Having a TV, mini-fridge and microwave were luxuries we were not expecting and they made all the difference for us to pack hiking lunches. We dined at the Highlands Ranch resort one night, which was lovely and an easy walk across the street. The staff at the hotel were super lovely and helpful. Definitely would love to come back to the beauty of this place on the meadow overlooking the mountains!

We stayed at the Villages across from the resort. The room was very large and we appreciated the fridge, microwave and kurig.

The location was gorgeous. Really beautiful.  We were there at the end of May…they had just opened up.  The road noise wasn’t bad that early in the season.

The room had two barrel chairs but the seats are well past their retirement date so were uncomfortable.

The room would easily fit a small dinning table and two chairs so you can eat a proper meal in your room, especially given that you have the means to prepare it. It's a shame there wasn't one.

The bed was comfortable and the heater worked well. The shower had lots of hot water and good pressure.

Frank's restaurant was convenient and they worked hard to keep up. But the burger was really barely mediocre. It's only saving grace was its $10 price tag.  Same for the wings and patty melt.

We stayed in one of the drive up motel rooms. The rooms were up to date and modern, the shower was great- excellent pressure, and got hot quickly. The host was extremely helpful and made sure we were all set. Rooms are not spacious, but we're here for the outdoors and the location could not be better for beautiful LVNP!

newly renovated room that was very clean with comfortable beds.  water was nice and warm in the morning.  staff were very friendly and helpful.  only thing missing is WiFi and cell service, although it was nice to get off the grid.

Overall our stay was good. cons: no wifi and very poor or zero cell coverage.

I would like to give five stars but they did nothing to enforce mask wearing by their guests. There was a largish birthday party there one night of our visit and numerous guests were wandering around the restaurant without masks. There were also a couple of employees who did not wear masks, or were wearing them incorrectly. We need to be better at taking care of each other.

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