Amazing camping! We reserved a campsite for four days and it was absolutely majestic. The kids had…read morea blast and the adults were able to fully relax. There is no phone service which took us some time to accept but it was the biggest blessing to actually disconnect. The creek was beautiful, full of butterflies and lady bugs. We feel so lucky to have experienced this place and are planning a full family trip back soon! Everyone working there was so friendly and helpful.

Very well maintained, comfortable, relaxing, safe, and FUN! Such a special place. By far the best…read morecamping! Nice bathroom/showers! So peaceful. We had a great time. Highly recommend!

We had a great brunch here on 07/16 and will definitely be back! The dog-friendly outdoor patio was…read morea huge plus, and even though it was completely full, the atmosphere was still enjoyable. We ordered the French toast, egg, and bacon sandwich, and it was delicious--the perfect combination of sweet and savory. The service really stood out. Our server was friendly, attentive, and kept everything running smoothly despite the busy patio. She even handled a difficult table next to us (complaining about the sun - maybe next time sit inside) with professionalism and patience, which couldn't have been easy. Great food, excellent service, and a welcoming patio for both people and pups--highly recommend!

There is no cleaning crew. I believe the new owner does a very bad job of cleaning just to save a…read moredime. The couch was filthy and I had to throw a comforter on it so I could sit down and the throw pillows were arranged very nicely but they were also filthy I did not use them. The rules were silly like , your dogs can go on the grass but can't pee or poop on the grass. I did not use the grass. As for the towels provided, the kitchen ones were old and stained and the bath towels were also old and stained the cabin it self was very dirty, no upkeep at all. I was left with a dirty filthy sponge for washing dishes which I threw out and we had to go buy a new one (we should have charged her for that). I felt like she (the owner) is sucking every nickel she can get, (greedy). I mean who charges $22.28 for a credit card fee and I felt so uncomfortable that I might break a rule and get charged for it. Also make sure you bring binoculars to watch tv it's a tiny off brand which is a pain to keep on. We're never staying here again.

Lovely place with clean, sweet, nicely appointed cabins and friendly informative host. Thank you…read morePatti for a very pleasant stay. Everything was provided to make for comfortable getaway. Only downside is no lake access from this location, but a short drive to great beaches and marinas.

Fantastic family owned resort with the best camp hosts on the lake. They truly care about you and…read moreyour experience. Wonderful common area, as well. They accommodated us we had to vacate our previous RV spot. We have been at Camp Almanor 2 months and we love it!

Nice cabin B & B. They call it the barn. Very functional and clean. Had a fully stocked kitchen…read more Cute decorations. Can sleep many. Patio has 12 chairs. Great pizza Italian place down the bock. Good food but otherwise cooked our own meals. we will be back. So peaceful

This is for the frosty and miniature golf course…read more.. 1st the Frosty, we have gone there over the years and it's varied...but this summer we've been there for 4 breakfasts & 2 dinners. Breakfast: huge breakfast burritos that can be easily split. I've also had their sausage egg breakfast sandwich. I think they are pricey but it's always good & can't beat the location across the lake. Dinner & beer garden #nuffsaid ... Seriously same as breakfast, healthy portions & $$. The 3 teenage boys 13, 14 & 15 played miniature golf...$3 for 9 holes, $5 for 18. Challenging but they had a blast!

This is an extremely clean, well kept, family-friendly RV park. I have no idea what the other…read morereviewers issues were, but my group encountered none of them. We had three RVs parked here, and every site was immaculate. All of the other residents were very helpful and very friendly. The Vagabond made us feel like we were at home, and we will return as much as we can. Our group had spots 19 (35 foot RV, see pic), 18 (18 foot toy hauler), and 18 "A" (24 foot travel trailer). These are the absolute closest spots you can reserve to the water. Spots 18 and 19 had full hookups (30amp power, water, sewer, and cable), while 18 "A" is not typically used and it had only 15amp power and water. But, spot 18 "A" was literally waterside.

Amazingly clean resort with kindest, most welcoming retirees. Highly recommend the one rental…read morecabin. Good dock, location, easy boat launch. Rent trailer space too.

Stayed here for two nights and we were able to try their dinner and breakfast. The lodge itself, it…read morewas very charming. It is a shared bathroom but it was not too busy on the weekend so it was not a big deal. Each room also came with their own sinks so it was all good. The owner was very helpful, has tons of trail recommendations and even suggested sights to see on the way to our next destination. Both our dinner and breakfast were really sumptuous! Breakfast was a nice surprise, not the bagels and muffin type but real food breakfast. Overall, an amazing stay as we explored Lake Almanor and hiked Lassen peak.

Sharon is a terrific host. Well-versed in the region's history and makes a fabulous breakfast…read morepotato casserole. She alerted us to a wildfire along the route we were planning to take and went on line to get the details of a road closure that would have meant a long back-track. The rooms are cozy and appealingly furnished without being twee.

I change nothing about my review of 2020, I only wish to respond to a more recent review: please,…read moredo not add or make improvements to the Wi-Fi and internet. It would be a massive mistake. One of the best things about Drakesbad is NOT being connected to such things. I believe that the one party who wished such was also unhappy with how long it took to get to the main entrance to the park from Drakesbad. That's the point. The idea is to get away, slow down, and disconnect. I wouldn't want to go to meals and see nothing but a sea of zombies hunched over their cellphones. Plus, most national parks are huge and it takes hours to go from one "point of interest" to another. If you're touristing like that, maybe Drakesbad isn't for you. I've stayed in lodges in Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Death Valley. Drakesbad still beats them for overall experience; as close to an original off the grid, free from the maddening crowds, experience as you can find.

Drakesbad Guest Ranch - Beautiful setting, but still room for improvement…read more Drakesbad Guest Ranch is set in a truly spectacular location, but a few operational issues prevent it from being the exceptional experience it could be. We booked a two-night stay in one of the Annex 2 cabins. About a week before arrival, I attempted to extend our reservation by an additional night. I called multiple times and left messages but never received a return call. I also sent an email and never received a response. As a result, the extra night was never added. When I arrived, I brought it up in person and was told by the property manager that I would need to return at 3:00 p.m. to see if anything was available. He explained that their communication system had been experiencing issues and that calls and emails sometimes do not come through because of limited connectivity and spotty internet service. Unfortunately, this was my first impression. Needless to say, the additional night was never added. This communication issue really needs to be addressed. If guests need to modify, confirm, or cancel reservations, they should be able to reach someone reliably. The ranch itself is located in a remote meadow valley within Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is surrounded by forest recovering from the devastating 2021 Dixie Fire. Burned trees still cover many of the hillsides, but the landscape is showing remarkable signs of recovery. The meadow is filled with tall green grass, colorful wildflowers, and deer grazing throughout the fields. Despite the fire's scars, the setting remains stunning. Upon arrival, I was surprised to find no clearly marked reception desk or office. There are no signs directing guests where to check in, so you may need to find an employee for assistance. The property manager personally checks guests in using a laptop and escorts them to their room or cabin. There is also no information provided in the rooms. No guest guide or information sheet was available, so be sure to ask questions about meals, amenities, and property operations. Since there is no cell service, I asked about Wi-Fi. The ranch uses Starlink, but during our stay the signal was only reliably available outdoors and not inside the cabins. Given today's connectivity expectations, a mesh network or Wi-Fi extenders would significantly improve the guest experience. That said, being mostly off the grid was actually refreshing. Guests should also know that the Annex cabins do not have electric lighting. Small solar-powered lanterns are provided and offer just enough light to get around after dark. In addition, power to the ranch is shut off nightly from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., so plan accordingly and charge devices during the day. The Annex cabins appear relatively new and are in good condition. My only design criticism is the deck railing. It sits almost exactly at eye level when seated, partially blocking what should be one of the cabin's best features--the VIEW. One of the highlights of our stay was the dining experience. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, and the staff were consistently friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The food exceeded expectations, and it sounded like the kitchen was happy to accommodate dietary restrictions. They also offered a nice selection of beers from local breweries, which was especially enjoyable after a long day of hiking. Unfortunately, horseback riding was unavailable during our visit. From what we were told, reservations appear to depend heavily on a single staff member. If that individual is unavailable, horseback rides may not be offered, which was disappointing. One important clarification for prospective guests: despite what some older information may suggest, Drakesbad no longer has a hot spring pool. The pool was damaged during the Dixie Fire and later destroyed by flooding. Today, all that remains is a pipe flowing hot spring water into a nearby creek. The surrounding hiking trails, including Devil's Kitchen, Boiling Springs Lake, and Terminal Geyser, were excellent and provided some of the best experiences of the trip. A few sections were heavily overgrown with thorny vegetation, so hiking pants are recommended. In some places the trail became difficult to follow because of vegetation encroachment. During the summer months, you'll also encounter hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail, which adds a unique element to the experience. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and but probably not return. The setting is undeniably beautiful, the staff are friendly, and the food is surprisingly good. However, improvements to communication, guest information, signage, Wi-Fi coverage, and activity coordination would elevate Drakesbad Guest Ranch from a pleasant stay to a truly exceptional destination.

Very clean and relaxing place. We stayed 2 nights, enjoying the area. The month was July 2026, it…read morewas warm. Air conditioning in the rooms would have been nice, but the evening cooled off, we kept the windows open. I'd stay again .

I stayed at the RV park and have nothing but WONDERFUL things to say about my stay! As any RV-owner…read moreknows, problems with your rig is inevitable. Unfortunately for myself, during my stay here I ended up having internal electrical problems (absolutely NO fault from the campground). I have Tmobile, which means you will not have service for calls, only "satellite texting" available, if you have that plan. The RV park also has no wifi. However, that wouldn't be an issue...if my rig was working properly. Fortunately for us, Kari helped us out!!! Not only did she let us use her phone to make a bunch of phone calls for mobile mechanics, but she let us connect to the business wifi so we could use our phones to research solutions while at the office. She was SO kind, understanding, and willing to help in anyway she could. Even though we arrived with all sorts of problems, she went above and beyond to make sure we were kept warm and happy. Now for the RV park itself...it is located in the BEAUTIFUL Childs Meadow. Just a few minutes away from Lassen Volcanic National Park's entrance and visitor center. The prices were extremely fair. Full hookups around here were a gem to find. Franks (the restaurant directly in front of the RV park) had the friendliest staff who made us feel welcomed immediately, with a nice selection of comfort foods available. We also ate across the street at the nice sit-down restaurant and WOW it's a must! It was so good we went back twice for dinner. If you are looking for a BEAUTIFUL area in the woods, with the kindest staff, and best amenities around for the location and price, then The Village at Highlands Ranch (RV Park) is highly recommended!