Black Oak

Eldorado National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: GEORGETOWN, CA, CA

Price: From $105 per night

Price range: $105–$145 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Dump Station, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/black-oak to be notified when sites open up.

Black Oak is a group camping destination near Stumpy Meadows Lake on the Eldorado National Forest, which features over 400 miles of hiking trails and abundant lakes and rivers for fishing and swimming. The lake offers clear waters with a 5-mph speed limit, ideal for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing, and is regularly stocked with rainbow trout from May to August.

Wildlife alert: Gray Fox, Douglas's Squirrel, Common Merganser, Common Sharp-tailed Snake, Western Fence Lizard, and Mountain Garter Snake documented within 8km

Insider tips for Black Oak: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites Lake has a 5-mph speed limit, making it ideal for kayaking and canoeing rather than speedboats

Skip Black Oak if: You need RV hookups; campground has none and is suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside May through October; seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Black Oak: May-August — Rainbow trout stocking occurs May to August at Stumpy Meadows Lake. May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October.

Nearby campgrounds: Stumpy Meadows (GEORGETOWN, CA), Ponderosa Cove Campground (Twin Bridges, CA), West Point Campground (Pollock, CA), Dru Barner Campground (Georgetown, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Black Oak

Cell signal at Black Oak (GEORGETOWN, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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GEORGETOWN, CA, CA★ 4.3 (11 reviews)From $105/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDump Station
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups; campground has none and is suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit outside May through October; seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites

Lake has a 5-mph speed limit, making it ideal for kayaking and canoeing rather than speedboats

Best: May-August

Rainbow trout stocking occurs May to August at Stumpy Meadows Lake

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray Fox, Douglas's Squirrel, Common Merganser, Common Sharp-tailed Snake, Western Fence Lizard, and Mountain Garter Snake documented within 8km

Location

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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.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Eldorado National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Eldorado National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Black Oak cost per night?+
Black Oak costs $105–$145 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Black Oak open?+
Black Oak is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Black Oak have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Black Oak?+
Black Oak can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Black Oak?+
Black Oak is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Black Oak?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Black Oak is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Black Oak open, and what are check-in times?+
Black Oak is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$105 /night★ 4.3 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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