Oak Knoll Campground is on the hillside above New Hogan Lake in the foothills of Calaveras County. The campground is operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. Visitors to New Hogan Lake enjoy fishing, boating, waterskiing, mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Spring is a popular time to be at the lake when the hills are green and the temperatures moderate.
Oak Knoll Campground has 49 campsites for RV camping and tent camping, all spread across the rolling hills overlooking the lake. Partial shade is provided by oaks. Most of the campsites can accommodate either RV camping or tent camping. There are 2 sites designated for tents only. Many campsites have long pull-though driveways for RVs. Oak Knoll Campground is considered more primitive than its neighbor, Acorn Campground. Oak Knoll still offers many fine amenities. Boat launching at the lake is free for registered campers.
| Oak Knoll Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Oak Knoll Campground Location: | Petersburg Road off Lime Creek Road immediately east of Valley Springs on Highway 12, Calaveras County |
| Elevation: | 830 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Stockton - 33 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 49 |
| Camping Season: | May through early September |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended (maximum of 2 pets) |
| Operated by | US Army Corps of Engineers |
| Information: | (209) 772-1343 |
| Reservations at Oak Knoll Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Available whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken for today and up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | any length |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $20 per night |
| Reservations: | Oak Knoll Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 5:00 PM, 2:00 PM |
| Oak Knoll Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, lantern hook on pole; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes, coin operated |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Campground Map: | Oak Knoll Campground Map |
| Oak Knoll Campground Attractions: | Nearby, campers find a boat launch ramp along with fishing, boating, and waterskiing. Mountain biking routes spread over the hills. Hiking and equestrian trails are found around the lake. Visit Fiddleneck Recreation Area and Wrinkle Cove Day Use Area. Play disc golf, go swimming, or follow an interpretive trail
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Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, purchase firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
New Hogan Lake
New Hogan Lake has over 4,000 surface acres and 45 miles of shoreline. Campers at Oak Knoll Campground are not far from day-use aras, launch ramps, and disc golf.
Check US Army Corps of Engineers - New Hogan Lake for any campground updates.
