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Lava Butte

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Lava Butte is a National Forest campground near Orange Cove, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Orange Cove, California

National Forest
Managed by

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Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Access and cell service

Elevation
5,939 ft

36.7572, -118.8889 in Fresno. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Lava Butte?

No. Lava Butte is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Lava Butte?

Camping at Lava Butte is free.

Who manages Lava Butte?

Lava Butte is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

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Fee
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