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Open late May through September, weather and conditions permitting. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Fire danger is currently low. Bears are active in the area; all food must be stored in bear-resistant containers.

Red Flag Warning issued October 10 at 1:12AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV

1:12 AM — 9:00 PM

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent. * DURATION...3 to 6 hours. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.

Lake Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 1:15AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV

1:15 AM — 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...In California, Mono County. In Nevada, Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

About

Crags Group Campground is a reservable group camping site within Crags Campground, located near Twin Lakes in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The site sits at approximately 7,000 feet elevation with striking views of the craggy peaks of Sawtooth Ridge, which tops out at over 10,500 feet. The group area can accommodate up to 45 people and includes a central campfire circle, multiple picnic and serving tables, grills, food storage lockers, and ample parking on paved surfaces. The campground is about 10 miles from Bridgeport via Twin Lakes Road and offers easy access to Upper and Lower Twin Lakes. The lakes provide opportunities for boating, canoeing, and fishing for Kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, and brown trout. Hiking and horseback riding trails in the area lead toward the Hoover Wilderness and Yosemite backcountry. Facilities include flush toilets and potable drinking water. Black bears frequent the area, so all food must be stored in the provided bear-resistant lockers. Dogs are permitted but must remain leashed. Nearby amenities in Bridgeport include restaurants, showers, and laundry facilities.

Directions

From Highway 395 south in Bridgeport, turn left and travel approximately 11 miles on Twin Lakes Road. Turn left on South Twin Road and travel about 1/2 mile. Turn left at the Crags Campground sign.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi —
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $150

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (760) 932-7070

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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