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Site Closed
Site closed due to damage from the Park Fire. Entering the area is prohibited until further notice.
Recreation Region: Almanor Ranger District

Black Rock Campground

Black Rock Campground is a dispersed campground situated in the Oak Woodlands along Mill Creek. 6 sites are available for primitive dispersed camping. Fire rings and tables are provided at each of the 6 sites. Black Rock Campground is open year round.

Black Rock Campground is located on the Northeast corner of the Ishi Wilderness. Hiking in the Ishi Wilderness and along Mill Creek is wonderful and the fishing in Deer and Mill Creeks can be very rewarding. Black Rock Campground is accessible via Highway 36 east from Red Bluff to Ponderosa Way. Ponderosa Way is a dirt road, high-clearance vehicles recommended. Ponderosa Way is not recommended for RVs.

Current Conditions
This campground is currently closed by Forest Order due to post fire hazards. When not under closure order, the dispersed area and trailhead is open to the public as access permits. The area is not maintained, use at your discretion. Trash service is not provided, please pack out your trash.

General Information

  • Quiet hours are 10pm to 6am
  • Campfires allowed only in provided fire rings
  • 1 vehicle and 8 persons allowed in each campsite
  • Pets must remain on a leash or confined at all times
  • Site must be occupied each night after equipment is set up/left in a campsite
  • Fireworks and tiki torches prohibited

Dogs must remain on leash at all times

Lobby area of Almanor Ranger District. Man sitting behind desk. Wood floors and ceiling. Books, maps, and other items for sale on shelves. Images and taxidermy of different wildlife on display.

Address: 900 E. Hwy 36 Chester, CA 96020
Phone: (530) 258-2141
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.183723

Longitude: -121.712129

Elevation

2100'

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 16th, 2025