Black Oak
Black Oak Campground is group camping destination near Stumpy Meadows Lake on the Eldorado National Forest. The forest boasts over 400 miles of hiking trails and an abundance of lakes and rivers for fishing and swimming.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 3 |
| group rv area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
4 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLAC | Group tent | Gravel | Partial | 50 / 8 | Yes | ||
| 2 | GRP2 | Group Rv Area Nonelectric | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 75 / 8 | Yes |
| 3 | GRP3 | Group tent | Gravel | Partial | 50 / 8 | Yes | ||
| 4 | GRP4 | Group tent | Gravel | Partial | 25 / 8 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The group campground offers one RV site and three tent-only sites. The RV site accommodates up to 75 people, while the tent sites accommodate groups of 25 or 50. Each site is equipped with picnic and serving tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets are provided. A dump station is located on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Eldorado National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are required. Call 1-877-444-6777 or go to www.Recreation.gov. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover accepted. |
| Fees | There are four group sites at this facility: Unit #1 = $135/night, 50 people maximum, No trailers. Unit #2 = $145/night, 75 people maximum, Self-contained vehicles only. Unit #3 = $135/night, 50 people maximum, No trailers. Unit #4 = $105/night, 25 people maximum, No trailers. Pet and dump fees. |
| Rules | In units 1, 3, & 4, all vehicles must be kept in the unit’s central parking area. No trailers are allowed because of the difficulty of getting trailers in and out of these areas. Please keep family pets on a leash at all times. Please use the stove or fire ring provided and make sure your fire is dead out before leaving. Use only water, not soil. Use only dead and down wood for your campfires. |
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Getting there
From Georgetown, head northeast on Main Street/Wentworth Springs Roadd toward Orleans Street. Continue to follow Wentworth Springs Road for 17 miles and cross the dam at Stumpy Meadows Lake. Continue 1 mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Georgetown, California |
| Coordinates | 38.9042° N, 120.5875° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Recreation Fee: Recreation fees are the fees a visitor pays for things like overnight camping, a day-use pavilion, group facilities, a tour or a permit. Recreation fees vary by location and/or activity.
- Reservation Fee: A fee may be charged at the time a reservation is made to cover the cost of reservation services. This fee is in addition to the Recreation Fee and is non-refundable. Fees for camping, day use, group sites, cabins and lookouts: $8 if made on-line; $9 if made through the call center; $3 if made in-person.
- Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.
- Cancellation Fee: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
- Cut-off windows can vary by location, but are typically 14 days before your arrival date.
- Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
33 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mosquito Creek Outfitters ↗ | 16.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 33 mi |
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Black Oak Group Campground - Eldorado National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
The El Dorado County Scenic Byway offers miles of scenic driving.
- 0.2 miStumpy Meadows Day Use And Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 8.2 miWest Point Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 10.2 mi
- 10.5 miRalston Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 13.7 miFleming Trail System & Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miEdson Burn Interpretive0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miBelix ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.6 miLawyer1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.8 miCamp Seven0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 4.9 miEllicott3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.9 miClydesdale2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Eldorado National Forest.
- inEldorado National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 793,653 acres
- 9.7 miTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Black Oak sits at an elevation of 4,400 feet, within walking distance of the lake in the foothills of the rugged Sierra Nevada Range in California. In the Eldorado National Forest, the climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.
Recreation
Stumpy Meadows Lake, with its clear waters and 5-mph speed limit, offers plenty of swimming, kayaking and canoeing opportunities. The lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout from May to August. Campers also enjoy birding and picnicking.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Black Oak?
Sites at Black Oak are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations are required. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Black Oak?
There are four group sites at this facility: Unit #1 = $135/night, 50 people maximum, No trailers. Unit #2 = $145/night, 75 people maximum, Self-contained vehicles only. Unit #3 = $135/night, 50 people maximum, No trailers.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Black Oak?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Black Oak?
Cancellation Fee: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Black Oak open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Black Oak have?
4 sites, including 3 group tent areas and 1 group rv area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Black Oak?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Black Oak?
A dump station is located on-site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Black Oak?
Yes, pets are allowed at Black Oak. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Black Oak?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. In units 1, 3, & 4, all vehicles must be kept in the unit’s central parking area.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Black Oak?
Stumpy Meadows Lake, with its clear waters and 5-mph speed limit, offers plenty of swimming, kayaking and canoeing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Black Oak?
Georgetown, California. The El Dorado County Scenic Byway offers miles of scenic driving.
Source: Getting there