Live Oak Campground
The campground is currently open and accepting reservations. Water availability may be limited due to drought conditions affecting the mountain's spring-fed water source; bringing additional water is recommended. Gates close at sunset and reopen at 8:00 AM.
Red Flag Warning issued June 10 at 1:44PM PDT until June 11 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM PDT THURSDAY DUE TO WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY RECOVERY FOR NORTH BAY INTERIOR MOUNTAINS AND EAST BAY HILLS... ....Dry and windy conditions combined with some dry vegetation will lead to a critical fire weather threat late tonight into Thursday morning... * AFFECTED AREA...East Bay Hills and North Bay Interior Mountains. * TIMING...From 11 PM this evening to 9 AM PDT Thursday. * WINDS 20 FOOT...Northerly winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY RECOVERY...Thursday morning relative humidity of less than 40 percent. * IMPACTS...Extreme fire behavior and rapid rates of spread likely on new and existing wildfires. There will be an increased risk for power outages.
Heat Advisory issued June 10 at 11:37AM PDT until June 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Temperatures between 90 and 95 for most areas, with some readings above 100 degrees. Hottest conditions across the East Bay Hills and Valleys. * WHERE...The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, and The East Bay Hills and Valleys. * WHEN...From noon Thursday to 7 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects primarily those individuals extremely sensitive to heat, especially when outdoors without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.
About
Live Oak Campground occupies a pleasantly wooded glen at 1,450 feet elevation, making it the lowest of Mount Diablo State Park's drive-in campgrounds. Located just one mile above the South Gate Entrance Station off South Gate Road, campers enjoy convenient access to Rock City's famous sandstone formations and the park's extensive trail network. The campground features 22 sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit or stove. Water and restroom facilities are available throughout the campground, and showers are provided at no additional cost. The maximum length for trailers and motorhomes is 20 feet, and there are no hookups, dump stations, or camp stores within the park. Reservations are available up to six months in advance through ReserveCalifornia. Check-in is at 2:00 PM and check-out is at noon. Park gates close at sunset and reopen at 8:00 AM. Alcohol is prohibited throughout the park. Dogs are permitted in developed areas only, must be leashed during the day, and secured in a tent or vehicle at night.
Directions
From the South Gate Entrance Station on South Gate Road, drive approximately one mile uphill. Live Oak Campground is located near Rock City on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Feedback.MountDiablo@parks.ca.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (925) 837-2525 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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