Obsidian Campground / Bridgeport Area

Obsidian Campground      Area: South of Bridgeport

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Administered by: Bridgeport Ranger District (760) 873-2400

http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/districts/bridgeport.shtml

Elevation: 7,800

Description: Obsidian Campground offers opportunity to get away from crowds and enjoy the shade from Aspens and pines. The campground is close to Molybdenite Creek and Little Walker River.

Season Length: April-October, subject to weather conditions

Number of sites: 14

Fee: $10 plus $6 for each additional vehicle

RV sites:  Yes   RV’s up to:     No Hook-ups:   Garbage: containers  Pack-it-out!

Toilets: Vault    Water: No      Picnic tables and fire grills / pits             

Nearest town: Bridgeport

Nearby facilities:

Nearby fishing: West Fork Walker River

Reservations:  No

Additional information:  The entrance road is unpaved.  Pets must be kept on a leash.   An extra $6.fee is charged for each additional vehicle. Please note that the dates and prices above are subject to change and reflect 2007 data.  If listed, the campground opening dates are approximate due to weather conditions.  For reservable campsites, go on line at  www.recreation.gov or phone toll free at 877-444-6777 mid May through Labor Day weekend. For more information, contact Bridgeport Ranger District.

Directions:  From Highway 395 south in Bridgeport, drive approximately 16 miles to Little Walker Road.  Turn left on Little Walker Road (Forest Service Road # 066). Go approximately three miles on that unpaved road to campground sign.