Mill Creek - Mendocino National Forest
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations. Payment available via Scan & Pay using the Recreation.gov mobile app, or cash/check on-site. Check-in is 2:00 p.m., check-out is 11:00 a.m. Wet weather trail closures may affect the Grindstone OHV trail system.
Wet weather trail closure in effect on Grindstone District
A wet weather closure is in effect for Stonyford OHV trails on the Grindstone Ranger District, as of 10am, Dec. 23. Trail closures go into effect when two inches of rainfall occur within a 24-hour period or when the soils are saturated.
Wet weather trail closure in effect on Upper Lake District
A wet weather closure will go in effect for OHV trails on the Upper Lake Ranger District, as of 8am on Dec. 20, 2025. Trail closures go into effect when two inches of rainfall occur within a 24-hour period or when the soils are saturated.
Stonyford Office Hours Changing
The Stonyford Office's visitor services hours are changing beginning Jan. 5, 2026. Starting next year, the office will be open from Monday-Friday and closed Saturday-Sunday. Office hours are 8:30-4pm with a lunch break 12-1pm.
M10 Road Construction
The M10 road will be closed Monday, Nov. 17- 20, 2025. Closure location is above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Main impacts are to the Letts Lake basin on Grindstone Ranger District. Detour to get to Letts Lake is via the M5 and 17N02 Roads, high clearance vehicle recommended.
Trail 34 on Upper Lake District closed due to unsafe conditions
OHV Trail 34 is closed due to trail tread degradation and rutting that runs 300 feet down the trail. The trail is unsafe due to unstable soil, extremely muddy conditions and increased runoff.
Trail 3 on Grindstone closed due to slide
Trail 85303 (Trail 3) on the Grindstone Ranger District closed due to landslide: Trail 85303 is closed between Trail 85304 and M5 Road for public safety and to protect natural resources. Unstable soil, downed trees and a steep drop off make this trail unsafe for users.
Cedar Camp Campground Closure
Cedar Camp Campground is closed for public safety. Closure is in effect through 6/18/26.
Chico Seed Orchard Public Use and Access Closure
Pets must be on a leash. Fall/winter hours are 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. beginning Nov. 1. Spring/summer hours are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. A closure is in effect outside of these hours.
About
Mill Creek Campground is a small roadside campground in Mendocino National Forest's Stonyford Recreation Area, offering 6 campsites along Mill Creek. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground is particularly popular with OHV enthusiasts, providing direct access to the Grindstone OHV trail system and proximity to the Nail Track OHV Play Area. River and stream fishing is popular in winter and early spring when Mill Creek is in full flow. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Payment can be made on-site via the convenient Scan & Pay system using the Recreation.gov mobile app by scanning the QR code at the campground kiosk, or by cash or check. Sites are $10 per night, with a 50% discount available for Interagency Senior or Access pass holders. The surrounding area features chaparral vegetation. Mill Creek flows through the campground and is best experienced in winter and early spring. OHV users should note that all vehicles must be registered with a current Green or Red Sticker or Highway License, equipped with a Forest Service approved spark arrester, and motorcycles/ATVs must meet the state sound requirement of 96 dba or lower. The Stonyford Work Center provides trail conditions and closure information for the Grindstone District area.
Directions
Located 8 miles west of Stonyford on Mill Creek on Road #18N01 off of the M10.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.mendopao@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 963-3128 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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