Have stayed here twice. In summer of 2021, this whole surrounding me area suffered a horrific fire that burned even a small part of the campground. It’s still beautiful, since there weren’t a lot of trees anyway. You’re here to go underground anyway. No market anywhere nearby, so bring everything you need except for ice. They have that at visitor center. Note those hours are only 10 to 3 weekdays and an extra hour on weekends. They must be open to sell you ice. No other market-type items at visitor center. Gas up before coming in since gas is a 40 minute drive away. Ditto market. Campsites are large and well spaced. Most of the juniper trees inside campground survived the fire. Some trails closed due to fire but many remain open and lava flows and fields are still picturesque. If I had known about fire beforehand, I wouldn’t have come. But seeing it in person was still very very worth it. Glad I didn’t know about it ahead of time. I would have missed it.
Cynthia
Posted May 13, 2021; Santa Cruz, Californ
The setting was very beautiful at this camp. Great big sky, gorgeous sunrise over the volcanic peaks. Clean and well maintained. We found the lava tubes and history very interesting and would recommend a stay here.
KiwiKB
Posted Sep 15, 2019; New Zealand
Unplugged camping. Small spots for RV’s. There are water spigots. Best thing about this campground is the price, $10 and the night sky. Hiking in the lava caves is interesting but redundant after first cave. Would stay again for the night sky.
Coach Bob
Posted Jul 16, 2018; Mandeville
No shady spots for RVs. No screw water faucets. The caves are interesting and all for you to explore one your own. Bring hardhats or buy them there for many of the caves. Plenty of sunny trails and history to explore.
Jimjoyce
Posted Sep 07, 2017; Arizona
Basic National Park camp. Friendly host. Water and bathrooms available. Great access to the lava caves.
Rob Steele
Posted Aug 21, 2015; frazier park, ca
11/17/12. "Roughin' it", few level sites for campers, small trailers, mostly tent sites. Long drive in. No hookups, clean newer bathrooms, no showers. Water spigots throughout. Scenic, interesting history, lots of lava caves. Senior pass gets free park entry, $5/day camp fee.
Duffy
Posted Jan 19, 2013; Olympia, WA