Mill Creek Campground

Mill Creek Campground is a small roadside campground in California's Mendocino National Forest, within the Grindstone Ranger District. The Forest Service manages the land, and the site is best suited to a short stop rather than an extended stay. The stream flow is strongest in winter and early spring, so plan around that if you're visiting for water-based recreation. The campground is not reservable, which makes it a good choice for an impromptu visit. The most comfortable months are typically late spring and early fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station run from highs near 78°F with lows around 48°F in May to highs near 79°F and lows around 45°F in October. That station sits about 420 feet lower than the campground, so expect temperatures at the site to run a little cooler. Several other destinations lie close by. Gray Pine Group Campground and the Mill Creek Parallel hike are each about 0.1 mile away, and Fouts and South Fork Campground are within half a mile.