Old Mill Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No fees and no reservations. No potable water on site. Access road is narrow and not recommended for trailers over 24 feet.
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.…
Project Activity Levels
Are you cutting fuelwood today or a contractor operating in the forest? Check today's Project Activity Levels.Fuelwood Cutters and Service Contracts use the Project Activity Level (PAL) system. Contractors must follow Activity Level requirements specified in their contract. For Mendocino…
M6 Road Closed for Repairs
The M6 Road is temporarily closed between the M6/M61 junction and Rattlesnake Creek on the Upper Lake Ranger District. The closure is due to a failed culvert that is undergoing emergency repairs.
Annual spray program at Chico Seed Orchard - Closure scheduled for May 29
The Chico Seed Orchard will soon begin its annual pest control treatments to protect its seven seed orchards. Throughout the season, the orchard will be closed to the public for 24 hours before and after each treatment. Signs will be posted at the gate of the orchard ahead of each treatment. Please…
M10 Road Status
The M10 Road is currently passable but it is a narrow single lane above Fouts Springs. There are large cracks in pavement, so drive slowly with caution. The M10 road is actively under construction to repair a major slide, located above Fouts Springs near Dixie Glade. Depending on construction…
Prescribed burn at Red Bluff Recreation Area May 19-22
Fire personnel with the Mendocino National Forest’s Grindstone Ranger District are planning an interagency prescribed burn at the Red Bluff Recreation Area on May 19-22, pending favorable weather conditions and available resources. Firefighters will attempt up to 300 acres of understory burning…
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.
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
Old Mill Campground offers a rustic camping experience in the Mendocino National Forest, nestled within a mature forest of mixed pine and fir trees at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet. The campground is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. It is particularly popular with off-highway vehicle enthusiasts who use it as a staging area for exploring the network of OHV trails in the Stonyford Recreation Area. Facilities are basic but functional, with vault toilets available on site. The campground has fire rings and picnic tables for camper use. Potable water is not available at the campground, so visitors must bring their own supply. A stream with a spring pipe can be found 2.6 miles east on the road, but this water should be treated before drinking. Access is via Road M-5 from Stonyford, approximately 10 miles west of town. The access road through Trough Ridge is narrow, making it unsuitable for large RVs or trailers longer than 24 feet. Little Stony Road access is also not recommended for trailers. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Directions
Located 10 miles west of Stonyford on Road M-5. From Stonyford, take Fouts Springs Road west, then follow signs to Road M-5. The main access road up Trough Ridge is narrow. Access via Trough Ridge or Little Stony Road is not recommended for trailers.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 24ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 963-3128 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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