California Camping Areas
The Upper Blue Lake camping area is a peaceful and scenic destination in northern California. The campground is nestled in the heart of Mendocino National Forest and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest include the historic mining town of Ukiah, Clear Lake State Park, and the Mendocino National Forest Visitor Center.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, restrooms, and drinking water. It is a first-come, first-serve campground with 20 individual campsites and 2 group sites. An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and bald eagles.
The best time of year to visit Upper Blue Lake is from June through September, with average temperatures ranging from 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, and scenic drives in the area. Overall, Upper Blue Lake camping area is a great destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the great outdoors. Get driving directions.
Upper Blue Lake
The Upper Blue Lake camping area is a peaceful and scenic destination in northern California. The campground is nestled in the heart of Mendocino National Forest and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest include the historic mining town of Ukiah, Clear Lake State Park, and the Mendocino National Forest Visitor Center.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, restrooms, and drinking water. It is a first-come, first-serve campground with 20 individual campsites and 2 group sites. An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and bald eagles.
The best time of year to visit Upper Blue Lake is from June through September, with average temperatures ranging from 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, and scenic drives in the area. Overall, Upper Blue Lake camping area is a great destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the great outdoors. Get driving directions.
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Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
---|---|
Lk Eleanor Div To Cherry Lake Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca
USGS 11277100 |
1 cfs |
Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca
USGS 11266500 |
529 cfs |
Cherry C Bl Valley Dam Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca
USGS 11277300 |
8 cfs |
Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca
USGS 11264500 |
247 cfs |
Eleanor C Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca
USGS 11278000 |
201 cfs |
Black C Nr Copperopolis Ca
USGS 11299600 |
13 cfs |
Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca
USGS 11276500 |
119 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Kirkwood Lake | 12 | 7,674 ft | |||
Pine Marten | 32 | 7,334 ft | |||
Middle Creek/Expansion | 35 | 8,106 ft | |||
Fallen Leaf | 206 | 6,345 ft | |||
Grover Hot Springs State Park | 76 | 5,879 ft | |||
Bloomfield I | 20 | 7,851 ft | |||
Lower Blue Lake | 16 | 8,116 ft | |||
Pacific Valley | 15 | 7,533 ft | |||
Silver Valley | 21 | 7,365 ft | |||
Boulder Flat | 20 | 5,621 ft | |||
Caples Lake | 34 | 7,897 ft | |||
Fence Creek | 38 | 5,635 ft | |||
Hope Valley | 24 | 7,155 ft | |||
Stanislaus River | 25 | 6,204 ft | |||
Bloomfield 2 | 20 | 7,966 ft | |||
Kit Carson | 12 | 6,865 ft | |||
Mosquito Lakes | 11 | 8,063 ft | |||
Lake Alpine | 25 | 7,351 ft | |||
Upper Blue Lake Dam | 25 | 8,162 ft | |||
Hermit Valley | 25 | 7,163 ft | |||
Lodgepole Overflow | 30 | 7,346 ft | |||
Brightman | 32 | 5,680 ft | |||
Upper Blue Lake | 32 | 8,172 ft | |||
Grouse Flat | 10 | 7,218 ft | |||
Crystal Springs | 25 | 6,065 ft | |||
Spicer Meadow | 43 | 6,649 ft | |||
Silvertip | 23 | 7,545 ft |