Oak Flat Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No potable water available on-site; campers must bring their own drinking water. OHV activity in the Lake Pillsbury basin is prohibited May 18 through September 8 for tule elk calving season.
Partial road closure 22N11 Road
A partial road closure is in place on the 22N11 Road in the Covelo Ranger District. Location of the closure is shown on the map. The closure is for public safety after a road failure in the area has made vehicle travel unsafe and at risk of collapse without warning under the weight of a vehicle.…
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 November 1 - February 29. Spring/summer hours are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. beginning March 1 - October 31. A closure is in effect outside of these hours.
M10 Road Construction
The M10 road has an active construction zone to repair a major slide, located above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Depending on construction progress, there can be periods where the road is impassable, has traffic control stops, or is passable in high clearance vehicles. Main impacts to access are…
Road conditions
Please be advised that forest roads are NOT plowed or maintained in winter so driving conditions are hazardous, slippery, and may be impassable. Even with good snow tires and four-wheel drive, less than a foot of snow is enough to get a vehicle stuck! Snow and ice can be expected at higher…
Developed campground stay limits
Developed campground camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through October 12, 2027. Visitors may camp in the same developed recreation campground for 14 days within any 30-day period but no more than 28 cumulative days in any 12-month period.
Dispersed camping stay limits
Dispersed camping stay limits are in effect across the Mendocino National Forest through Oct.8, 2027. The stay limits apply to developed campgrounds and dispersed camping locations. Visitors may camp in the same location outside a one-mile radius of a developed recreation site for 14 days within…
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.
Cedar Camp Campground Closure
Cedar Camp Campground is closed for public safety. Closure is in effect through 6/18/26.
About
Oak Flat Campground is a developed campground in Mendocino National Forest near Lake Pillsbury, offering 12 campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Located approximately 37 miles from Ukiah via US 101, Highway 20, and Potter Valley-Lake Pillsbury Road, the campground is accessible from both the Potter Valley and Upper Lake directions. The site can accommodate trailers from 30 to 50 feet, making it suitable for larger RVs and trailers. Unlike most Lake Pillsbury area campgrounds that close seasonally, Oak Flat operates year-round with a first-come, first-served system. The campground features vault toilets but does not have potable water available on-site, so campers must bring their own drinking water. Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., check-out is 11:00 a.m., and quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The campground provides access to OHV trail riding, OHV camping, fishing at Lake Pillsbury, and motorized boating. Note that OHV activity in the Lake Pillsbury basin is prohibited annually from May 18 to September 8 for tule elk calving season. The area offers opportunities to explore the surrounding national forest and enjoy the natural beauty of the North Coast mountains.
Directions
From Ukiah: Drive 6 miles north on US 101, then 5 miles east on California Highway 20, then 26 miles northwest on County Road 240 (Potter Valley-Lake Pillsbury Road). From Upper Lake: Drive 31 miles north on County Road 301 (Forest Road M-1).
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 - $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 934-3316 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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