Black Oak
The campground opened for the 2026 season on May 22. Operating season runs June through September. Reservations are required and can be made through Recreation.gov 4 days to 12 months in advance. Check-in is 2:00 p.m., check-out is 1:00 p.m. Maximum stay is 14 days per district annually.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Fire Restrictions are in Effect Forest Wide
Fire Restrictions are in effect forest wide. No campfires except in existing stoves, charcoal grills, or fire rings provided in the Recreation Sites listed in Exhibit A in the Forest Order and actively serviced by a camp host.No charcoal firesCamp stoves, lanterns and propane fire rings are…
About
Black Oak Group Campground is a designated group camping area in Eldorado National Forest, located at 4,400 feet elevation near Stumpy Meadows Lake. The campground features four reservable group units: three tent-only sites accommodating 25 to 50 people, and one site for self-contained vehicles accommodating up to 75 people. Each site includes picnic and serving tables, grills, and a campfire circle. The campground provides vault toilets and potable water that is tested monthly. A dump station is located nearby. Garbage disposal and recycling services are available. There are no showers, hookups, or bear boxes on site. Stumpy Meadows Lake offers excellent recreation opportunities including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout from May through August and maintains a 5-mph speed limit for a peaceful experience. The surrounding Eldorado National Forest provides over 400 miles of hiking trails.
Directions
From Georgetown, head northeast on Main Street/Wentworth Springs Road toward Orleans Street. Continue on Wentworth Springs Road for approximately 17-21 miles, cross the dam at Stumpy Meadows Lake, and continue 1 mile to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $135 - $145 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 333-4312 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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