Green Creek Group
Green Creek Group Campground is located about 12 miles from Bridgeport, California, at an elevation of 7,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing on Green Creek and hiking the Green Creek Trail.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GREE | Pull-through | 28 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Basic |
| 2 | GRP2 | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | Basic |
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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This primitive campground contains two group sites that can accommodate 25 and 30 people, with large picnic tables, campfire circles, grills and food storage lockers. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Late April to Early October |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | No reservations needed, first come, first serve. |
| Fees | Per Day: $22 Single//$6 Extra Vehicle. Green Creek Group Site (25 and 50 people) $75 and $100 per night. |
| Rules | California camp fire permit required ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/passes-permits/?cid=fseprd673196 ). Dog must be on a leash at campground. |
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Getting there
From Bridgeport, California, take Highway 395 south 5 miles. Turn west on Forest Road 142 and follow signs for 9 miles of narrow dirt road, to the campground on the left, just passed the trailhead parking.
| Nearest town | Bridgeport, California |
| Coordinates | 38.1108° N, 119.2761° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
42 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 30.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 0.2 miGreen Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miGreen Creek ↗10.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 0.8 miGreen Creek Disp 20.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miGreen Creek Disp 10.05 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 2.2 miWest Lake1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.4 miKavanaugh Ridge2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 2.4 miTamarack4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.2 miGreen Creek Trailhead ↗Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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 Hoover Wilderness.
- inHoover Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 128,044 acres
- 4.2 miYosemite Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 704,624 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is tucked between Green Creek and a rocky outcropping, among a forest of towering Jeffrey pines, which offer partial shade. Aspens, juniper, sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
Recreation
Green Creek offers rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Green Creek Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, can be accessed just outside the campground entrance. It leads to Green Lake and further on to East Lake. Rugged peaks surround both large lakes, where hikers are rewarded with good backcountry fishing and spectacular scenery.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Green Creek Group?
Sites at Green Creek Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. No reservations needed, first come, first serve. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Green Creek Group?
Per Day: $22 Single//$6 Extra Vehicle. Green Creek Group Site (25 and 50 people) $75 and $100 per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Green Creek Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Green Creek Group have?
2 sites, including 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Green Creek Group?
The longest site here provides 45 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 pets allowed at Green Creek Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Green Creek Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Green Creek Group?
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. California camp fire permit required ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/passes-permits/?cid=fseprd673196 ).
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Green Creek Group?
Green Creek offers rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Green Creek Group?
Bridgeport, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Green Creek Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lower Virginia Creek Primitive Campground (4 mi, first-come), Trumbull Lake (4.3 mi), and Crags Campground (4.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby