Black Oak Campground campground
Black Oak Campground
The best time to visit Black Oak Campground is typically during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds. This allows campers to enjoy the tranquility of the area and explore the surrounding nature. The campground is situated amidst picturesque landscapes, with beautiful oak trees providing shade and a serene atmosphere. It is important to note that campers should take precautions against potential wildlife encounters, such as bears, and should properly store their food and trash to ensure their safety and the preservation of the campground's ecosystem. Overall, Black Oak Campground offers a delightful camping experience with its amenities, scenic beauty, and the opportunity to connect with nature.
What's on-site at Black Oak Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Black Oak Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Oak Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Stumpy Meadows | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Stumpy Meadows Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ponderosa Cove Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Ponderosa Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Black Oak Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot C Ab Stumpy Meadows Res Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Bl Mutton Canyon Nr Georgetown Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Nf American R A North Fork Dam Ca | 430 cfs | → |
| Blackwood C Nr Tahoe City Ca | 37 cfs | → |
| General C Nr Meeks Bay Ca | 7 cfs | → |
| Ward C At Hwy 89 Nr Tahoe Pines Ca | 23 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Black Oak Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Forni Ridge | 1.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Ward Creek #3 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Alpine Meadows-Base | 96.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Gold Bug Park
- Lumsden Park
- Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
- Granite Chief Wilderness
- Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
- Wilderness Snow Mountain
Boat launches
- Poho Ridge El Dorado County
- Forebay Road El Dorado County
- Junction Boat Ramp Road El Dorado County
- Oxbow Raft Put-In Site
- Dry Lakes Trail El Dorado County
- Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Black Oak Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Black Oak Campground
Can I make reservations at Black Oak Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Black Oak Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Black Oak Campground.