Black Rock Campground
Currently closed by Forest Order due to post-fire hazards from the Park Fire. Entering the area is prohibited until further notice.
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.…
Eagle Lake RD - Limited Services April 29 & April 30
All product sales and permits will not be available at the Eagle Lake Ranger District Office from April 29, 2026, through April 30, 2026. Normal operations will resume on Monday, May 4th.Though product sales will not be avaiable, our office is still open. Come on in or call for any questions about…
Front Desk Closure today, April 29 at Lassen NF Supervisor's Office
The Front Desk at the Lassen National Forest Supervisor's Office in Susanville is closed today, April 29, 2026. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, April 30, 2026. To purchase permits and other forest products, please contact the Almanor Ranger District at (530) 258-2141. For any…
Hat Creek RD - Temporary Office Closure for all Visitor Services
All Visitor Services will be closed at the Hat Creek Ranger District Office from April 25, 2026, through May 10, 2026. Normal hours will resume on Monday, May 11th.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office or any of our other district…
Forest Road Closure Order
The Boundary of the Forest Road Closure begins at the Antelope Campground and proceeds as follows:1. Starting at Antelope Campground on Ponderosa Way,2. then continues South along Ponderosa Way to the intersection of 27N08 and 27N21 roads at “The Narrows”,3. then continues Southwest from “The…
SAFETY ALERT - South Antelope Bridge out, Do Not Cross
Damage to the underside of South Antelope Bridge on Ponderosa Way was discovered by Forest Service Road Crews. Engineering staff are currently assessing the damage. At this time the bridge is unsafe to cross, and a barricade has been placed on both sides. We will update here when more information…
Lassen National Forest Camping Restrictions
Forest Order limits the number of days and individuals camping on the Lassen National Forest. This Order prohibits camping for a period longer than 14 days in any developed campground, and 14 days not to exceed an aggregate of 30 days in any undeveloped location during a calendar year. It also…
Lake Almanor Recreational Trail Restriction
Forest Order limits the use of motor vehicles as well as saddle animals, pack animals, and draft animals, on the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail.
Lake Almanor Area Camping Restriction
Forest Order limits camping in the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area.
About
Black Rock Campground is a primitive dispersed campground located along Mill Creek at 2,100 feet elevation in the oak woodlands bordering the northeast corner of the Ishi Wilderness. The campground offers 6 dispersed campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table, plus vault toilets. No potable water or trash service is provided, and campers must pack out all trash. The area provides excellent access for hiking into the Ishi Wilderness and along Mill Creek, with rewarding fishing opportunities in both Mill and Deer Creeks. Access to Black Rock Campground is via Highway 36 east from Red Bluff to Ponderosa Way, a dirt road requiring high-clearance vehicles. RVs and trailers are not recommended due to road conditions. The campground operates first-come, first-served with no fees or reservations. Each site accommodates up to 1 vehicle and 8 people. Campfires are allowed only in provided fire rings, quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 AM, and pets must remain leashed at all times.
Directions
From Red Bluff, take Highway 36 east to Ponderosa Way. Turn onto Ponderosa Way (dirt road). High-clearance vehicles recommended; not suitable for RVs or trailers.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 258-2141 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Black Rock Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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