Anderson Marsh SHP

## Overview

  
The Cache Creek Wilderness now contains a total of 27,294 acres and is managed
by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of
California. In 2006 the Cache Creek Wilderness became part of the now over 109
million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. In wilderness, you can
enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for
solitude. In an age of _"...increasing population, accompanied by expanding
settlement and growing mechanization,..."_ you play an important role in
helping to _"...secure for the American people of present and future
generations the benefits of an enduring resource of wilderness"_ as called for
by Congress in the Wilderness Act of 1964. Please follow the regulations in
place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure
protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities.

How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in
different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of
the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.

**Leave No Trace principles:**

  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
  3. Dispose of Waste Properly
  4. Leave What You Find
  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
  6. Respect Wildlife
  7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

**Regulations:**  
Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally
prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the
use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, motorized equipment,
bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of
aircraft including helicopters, unless provided for in specific legislation.
In a few areas some exceptions allowing the use of motorized equipment or
mechanical transport are described in the special regulations in effect for a
specific area.

<h2>Overview</h2>

 
The Cache Creek Wilderness now contains a total of 27,294 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California. In 2006 the Cache Creek Wilderness became part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. In an age of "...increasing population, accompanied by expanding settlement and growing mechanization,..." you play an important role in helping to "...secure for the American people of present and future generations the benefits of an enduring resource of wilderness" as called for by Congress in the <a href="https://wilderness.net/learn-about-wilderness/key-laws/wilderness-act/default.php" rel="nofollow">Wilderness Act of 1964</a>. Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities.

How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.

Leave No Trace principles:

<ol>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/plan-ahead-and-prepare/" rel="nofollow">Plan Ahead and Prepare</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Dispose of Waste Properly</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Leave What You Find</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Minimize Campfire Impacts</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Respect Wildlife</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles" rel="nofollow">Be Considerate of Other Visitors</a></li>
</ol>

Regulations: 
Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, motorized equipment, bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including helicopters, unless provided for in specific legislation. In a few areas some exceptions allowing the use of motorized equipment or mechanical transport are described in the special regulations in effect for a specific area.

Cache Creek Wilderness

## Overview

This secluded, hilly expanse of oak woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral is a
combination of over 70,000 acres of BLM managed lands and 4,700 acres of State
and County lands. The Natural Area is traversed by Cache Creek, with its year-
round water flow. Elevation ranges from 3200 feet atop Brushy Sky High, down
to 600 feet in the eastern end of Cache Creek along State Route 16. Showcasing
the area is about 35 miles of the main fork of Cache Creek and 2.5 miles of
the north fork.

The Cache Creek Natural Area is a primitive area, closed to motorized
vehicles. There are no developed campgrounds or facilities. Non-hunting
(target) shooting is not allowed. Instead, the area is managed to improve
habitat for wildlife and rare plants, to protect cultural resource values, and
to offer primitive recreation opportunities, including wildlife viewing, river
running, hiking, equestrian use, hunting and fishing. On October 17, 2006,
President George W. Bush signed the Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage
Act, designating approximately 27,245 acres within the Cache Creek Natural
Area (CCNA) as the Cache Creek Wilderness Area. As a result of this
designation, bicycles are not permitted within the designated Wilderness Area.

Redbud Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about 29
miles to the North Fork Cache Creek/Redbud Trailhead. The trailhead provides
parking, maps and information for hiking and equestrian access. (Or: From
Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State Highway 20 for 8 miles to the trailhead.

Judge Davis Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about
20 miles to mile marker 46.07. There is a parking lot on the south side of the
highway. The trail parallels Highway 20 for the first 80 yards or so, then
cuts back into the hills. (Or: From Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State
Highway 20 for 17 miles to the trailhead.)

Cache Creek Ridge Trail: This trail can be accessed from two points. Judge
Davis Trailhead: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about 20
miles to mile marker 46.07. There is a parking lot on the south side of the
highway. (Or: From Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State Highway 20 for 17
miles to the trailhead.) Highway 16: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take State
Highway 20 west for about 19 miles to its junction with State Highway 16.
Travel south on Highway 16 for 7.0 miles to confluence of Bear Creek and Cache
Creek. Limited parking is available on the west side of Hwy 16 at BLM gate.
(Or: from Clearlake Oaks, go east on State Highway 20 to Highway 16
intersection, then follow directions above.)

Cowboy Camp Loop Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take State Highway 20
west for about 19 miles to its junction with State Highway 16. Travel south on
Highway 16 for 1 mile. Parking lot is on the right. (Or: from Clearlake Oaks,
go east on State Highway 20 to Highway 16 intersection, then follow directions
above.)

<h2>Overview</h2>This secluded, hilly expanse of oak woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral is a combination of over 70,000 acres of BLM managed lands and 4,700 acres of State and County lands. The Natural Area is traversed by Cache Creek, with its year-round water flow. Elevation ranges from 3200 feet atop Brushy Sky High, down to 600 feet in the eastern end of Cache Creek along State Route 16. Showcasing the area is about 35 miles of the main fork of Cache Creek and 2.5 miles of the north fork.The Cache Creek Natural Area is a primitive area, closed to motorized vehicles. There are no developed campgrounds or facilities. Non-hunting (target) shooting is not allowed. Instead, the area is managed to improve habitat for wildlife and rare plants, to protect cultural resource values, and to offer primitive recreation opportunities, including wildlife viewing, river running, hiking, equestrian use, hunting and fishing. On October 17, 2006, President George W. Bush signed the Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage Act, designating approximately 27,245 acres within the Cache Creek Natural Area (CCNA) as the Cache Creek Wilderness Area. As a result of this designation, bicycles are not permitted within the designated Wilderness Area. Redbud Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about 29 miles to the North Fork Cache Creek/Redbud Trailhead. The trailhead provides parking, maps and information for hiking and equestrian access.
(Or: From Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State Highway 20 for 8 miles to the trailhead.Judge Davis Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about 20 miles to mile marker 46.07. There is a parking lot on the south side of the highway. The trail parallels Highway 20 for the first 80 yards or so, then cuts back into the hills.
(Or: From Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State Highway 20 for 17 miles to the trailhead.)Cache Creek Ridge Trail: This trail can be accessed from two points. 

Judge Davis Trailhead: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take Highway 20 west about 20 miles to mile marker 46.07. There is a parking lot on the south side of the highway. (Or: From Clearlake Oaks, travel east on State Highway 20 for 17 miles to the trailhead.) 
Highway 16: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take State Highway 20 west for about 19 miles to its junction with State Highway 16. Travel south on Highway 16 for 7.0 miles to confluence of Bear Creek and Cache Creek. Limited parking is available on the west side of Hwy 16 at BLM gate. (Or: from Clearlake Oaks, go east on State Highway 20 to Highway 16 intersection, then follow directions above.)Cowboy Camp Loop Trail: From Interstate 5 at Williams, take State Highway 20 west for about 19 miles to its junction with State Highway 16. Travel south on Highway 16 for 1 mile. Parking lot is on the right. (Or: from Clearlake Oaks, go east on State Highway 20 to Highway 16 intersection, then follow directions above.)

Wild California poppies cover the landscape during spring time.

Springtime Wildflowers

Cache Creek Natural Area

Bird's eye view of the campground

Cabin Colony

Clear Lake SP Cabins

Cole Creek (sites 1-26)

Group Camping Area

Kelsey Creek (sites 27-91)

Lower Bay View (sites 92-112)

Upper Bay View (sites 113-147)

Clear Lake SP

The Geysers encompasses about 7,100 acres of public lands and straddles the
Lake County/Sonoma County line.

The Geysers is administered by BLM's Ukiah Field Office.

The Geysers encompasses about 7,100 acres of public lands and straddles the Lake County/Sonoma County line.

The Geysers is administered by BLM's Ukiah Field Office.

Bird's eye view of the park

The Geysers

**NOTICE: 7/22/2024 – Due to the Ridge Fire, the public is advised to avoid
the area. People trying to access the Indian Valley Management Area will be
turned away by law enforcement for public safety.**

North of Highway 20, on the eastern edge of Lake County, the Indian
Valley/Walker Ridge Recreation Area area offers an abundance of recreational
possibilities. Rolling chaparral covered hills dotted with oak and pine make
an ideal setting for hunting, camping, bicycling, hiking, and equestrian use.
Popular game animals include blacktail deer, black bear, quail, dove, and wild
turkey. For wildflower enthusiasts, pockets of the rare Indian Valley Brodiaea
and Adobe Lily can be found within the area.

The nearby Indian Valley Reservoir provides an excellent locale for fishing,
boating, and swimming, although the water level can drop quite low in the
summertime, and boats are limited to 10 MPH on the lake (5 MPH within 200
yards of shore). Yolo County offers a for-fee RV campground near the dam. For
specific information about the reservoir and campground, contact Yolo County
at (530) 662-0265. Indian Valley Recreation Area is administered by BLM's
Ukiah Field Office.

## Know Before You Go

  * Walker Ridge Road is a graded gravel road
  * There are limited off-highway vehicle (OHV) opportunities, however Walker Ridge Road affords street licensed vehicles many scenic vistas and access to the Mendocino National Forest
  * Best time to visit is September - May

## Camping

There is no fee for camping. All sites are on a first-come first-served basis.

**Blue Oaks Camp** offers 6 campsites with picnic tables, fire pits and vault
toilets. No hooks-up. No potable water. 1.6 miles from Indian Valley Dam.

Directions: From Highway 20, go north on Walker Ridge Road 5.4 miles to "T"
intersection. Turn left and proceed 2.4 miles to campground.

**Kowalski Camp** is on the west shore and is primitive camping with no
developed facilities. This is hike-in or boat-in access only.

Directions: From Highway 20, go north on Walker Ridge Road 5.4 miles to "T"
intersection. Turn left and proceed 4 miles to Indian Valley Reservoir. To
hike to site, cross Indian Valley dam to trailhead. Hike 2.5 miles to
campsites. To boat to site, proceed northwest approximately 1 mile to site.

## Hunting, Fishing and Hiking

Hunting is permitted on the BLM lands. Since there are many private property
inholdings in the area, be aware of the boundary lines. For hunting
regulations, contact California Department of Fish and Game at (707) 944-5500.

The Kowalski trail offers the hiker 2.5 miles following the reservoir's west
edge. You must cross the dam to access the trail.

Indian Valley Reservoir is home to large and smallmouth bass, kokanee salmon,
crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill and catfish. Brown trout can found in the
North Fork Cache Creek above and below the reservoir. Refer to current
California fishing regulations.

NOTICE: 7/22/2024 – Due to the Ridge Fire, the public is advised to avoid the area. People trying to access the Indian Valley Management Area will be turned away by law enforcement for public safety.

North of Highway 20, on the eastern edge of Lake County, the Indian Valley/Walker Ridge Recreation Area area offers an abundance of recreational possibilities. Rolling chaparral covered hills dotted with oak and pine make an ideal setting for hunting, camping, bicycling, hiking, and equestrian use. Popular game animals include blacktail deer, black bear, quail, dove, and wild turkey. For wildflower enthusiasts, pockets of the rare Indian Valley Brodiaea and Adobe Lily can be found within the area.

The nearby Indian Valley Reservoir provides an excellent locale for fishing, boating, and swimming, although the water level can drop quite low in the summertime, and boats are limited to 10 MPH on the lake (5 MPH within 200 yards of shore). Yolo County offers a for-fee RV campground near the dam. For specific information about the reservoir and campground, contact Yolo County at (530) 662-0265. Indian Valley Recreation Area is administered by BLM's <a href="https://www.blm.gov/office/ukiah-field-office" rel="nofollow">Ukiah Field Office</a>.

 

<h2>Know Before You Go</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Walker Ridge Road is a graded gravel road</li>
	<li>There are limited off-highway vehicle (OHV) opportunities, however Walker Ridge Road affords street licensed vehicles many scenic vistas and access to the Mendocino National Forest</li>
	<li>Best time to visit is September - May</li>
</ul>

 

<h2>Camping</h2>

There is no fee for camping. All sites are on a first-come first-served basis.

Blue Oaks Camp offers 6 campsites with picnic tables, fire pits and vault toilets. No hooks-up. No potable water. 1.6 miles from Indian Valley Dam.

Directions: From Highway 20, go north on Walker Ridge Road 5.4 miles to "T" intersection. Turn left and proceed 2.4 miles to campground.

Kowalski Camp is on the west shore and is primitive camping with no developed facilities. This is hike-in or boat-in access only.

 

Directions: From Highway 20, go north on Walker Ridge Road 5.4 miles to "T" intersection. Turn left and proceed 4 miles to Indian Valley Reservoir. To hike to site, cross Indian Valley dam to trailhead. Hike 2.5 miles to campsites. To boat to site, proceed northwest approximately 1 mile to site.

 

<h2>Hunting, Fishing and Hiking</h2>

Hunting is permitted on the BLM lands. Since there are many private property inholdings in the area, be aware of the boundary lines. For hunting regulations, contact California Department of Fish and Game at (707) 944-5500.

The Kowalski trail offers the hiker 2.5 miles following the reservoir's west edge. You must cross the dam to access the trail.

Indian Valley Reservoir is home to large and smallmouth bass, kokanee salmon, crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill and catfish. Brown trout can found in the North Fork Cache Creek above and below the reservoir. Refer to current California fishing regulations.

Indian Valley Recreation Area

_**Note:**__**_Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant
preliminary applications_**_ _**. The public comment period will be open from
March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments
can be found**_ _**here**_ _**.**_

North of Highway 20, on the eastern edge of Lake County, the Indian Valley
Management Area offers an abundance of recreational possibilities. Rolling
chaparral covered hills dotted with oak and pine make an ideal setting for
hunting, camping, bicycling, hiking, and equestrian use. Popular game animals
include blacktail deer, black bear, quail, dove, and wild turkey. For
wildflower enthusiasts, pockets of the rare Indian Valley Brodiaea and Adobe
Lily can be found within the area.

The nearby Indian Valley Reservoir provides an excellent locale for fishing,
boating, and swimming, although the water level can drop quite low in the
summertime, and boats are limited to 10 MPH on the lake (5 MPH within 200
yards of shore). Yolo County offers a for-fee RV campground near the dam. For
specific information about the reservoir and campground, contact Yolo County
at (530) 662-0265. Indian Valley Management Area is part of the Berryessa Snow
Mountain Monument administered by BLM's Ukiah Field Office.

## Hunting, Fishing and Hiking

Hunting is permitted on the BLM lands. Since there are many private property
inholdings in the area, be aware of the boundary lines. For hunting
regulations, contact California Department of Fish and Game at (916) 358-2900.

Shooting within 150 yards of a developed site or dwelling, including
campgrounds, and shooting across or within 150 feet of any road or trail is
strictly prohibited.

Since this area hosts a wide range of recreation uses, you should familiarize
yourself with the area, and be sure of your target and background.

You must carry out all litter, including expended cartridges, shot shells and
targets.

Visitors are responsible for knowing area rules and regulations. The
regulations are enforceable under U.S. Code of Federal Regulations and
violations are punishable with fines up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment for not
longer than 12 months.

All vehicles must meet state and federal noise standards. Appointments can be
made to test your OHV or motorcycle for sound compliance. Appointments may be
scheduled based on staff availability. Please call the Ukiah Field Office at
(707) 468-4000 to check appointment availability and to schedule an
appointment.

Operation and maintenance of the facilities, roads and trails within the
Indian Valley Management Area are funded in part, by the State of California
Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division.

For more information or to review current and past grants visit: California
State Parks.

_Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant preliminary
applications_. The public comment period will be open from March 4, 2025 to
May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments can be found here.

Note: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Folga.ohv.parks.ca.gov%2Fegrams_ohmvr%2Fuser%2FReviewProjects.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Cjpluim%40blm.gov%7C861730247cc24f29f98208dd47b7f814%7C0693b5ba4b184d7b9341f32f400a5494%7C0%7C0%7C638745577645208149%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rgvNU%2B6c39Z27ZcgN%2FH9MSGVhQm8bpz5%2FSX1kekWulU%3D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow">Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant preliminary applications</a>. The public comment period will be open from March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments can be found <a href="http://chrome-extension:/efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https:/olga.ohv.parks.ca.gov/egrams_ohmvr/admin/ViewAppDocs.aspx?pdfappcode=000825" rel="nofollow">here</a>.North of Highway 20, on the eastern edge of Lake County, the Indian Valley Management Area offers an abundance of recreational possibilities. Rolling chaparral covered hills dotted with oak and pine make an ideal setting for hunting, camping, bicycling, hiking, and equestrian use. Popular game animals include blacktail deer, black bear, quail, dove, and wild turkey. For wildflower enthusiasts, pockets of the rare Indian Valley Brodiaea and Adobe Lily can be found within the area.<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/blmcalifornia/40507400313/in/album-72157707814386564/" title="Walker Ridge-Indian Valley Direction Sign" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Walker Ridge-Indian Valley Direction Sign" height="333" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7919/40507400313_528f8f9627.jpg" width="500"></a>The nearby Indian Valley Reservoir provides an excellent locale for fishing, boating, and swimming, although the water level can drop quite low in the summertime, and boats are limited to 10 MPH on the lake (5 MPH within 200 yards of shore). Yolo County offers a for-fee RV campground near the dam. For specific information about the reservoir and campground, contact Yolo County at (530) 662-0265. Indian Valley Management Area is part of the <a href="https://www.blm.gov/programs/national-conservation-lands/california/berryessa-snow-mountain-national-monument" rel="nofollow">Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument</a> administered by BLM's <a href="https://www.blm.gov/office/ukiah-field-office" rel="nofollow">Ukiah Field Office</a>. <h2>Hunting, Fishing and Hiking</h2>Hunting is permitted on the BLM lands. Since there are many private property inholdings in the area, be aware of the boundary lines. For hunting regulations, contact California Department of Fish and Game at (916) 358-2900.Shooting within 150 yards of a developed site or dwelling, including campgrounds, and shooting across or within 150 feet of any road or trail is strictly prohibited.Since this area hosts a wide range of recreation uses, you should familiarize yourself with the area, and be sure of your target and background.You must carry out all litter, including expended cartridges, shot shells and targets.Visitors are responsible for knowing area rules and regulations. The regulations are enforceable under U.S. Code of Federal Regulations and violations are punishable with fines up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment for not longer than 12 months.All vehicles must meet state and federal noise standards. Appointments can be made to test your OHV or motorcycle for sound compliance. Appointments may be scheduled based on staff availability. Please call the Ukiah Field Office at (707) 468-4000 to check appointment availability and to schedule an appointment.Operation and maintenance of the facilities, roads and trails within the Indian Valley Management Area are funded in part, by the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division.For more information or to review current and past grants visit: <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov" rel="nofollow">California State Parks</a>.<a href="http://olga.ohv.parks.ca.gov/egrams_ohmvr/user/ReviewProjects.aspx" rel="nofollow">Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant preliminary applications</a>. The public comment period will be open from March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments can be found <a href="http://chrome-extension//efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://olga.ohv.parks.ca.gov/egrams_ohmvr/admin/ViewAppDocs.aspx?pdfappcode=000825" rel="nofollow">here</a>.

Indian Valley

Indian Valley Management Area

Due to its close proximity to the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area
regions, and because of its varied terrain, Knoxville's 17,700 acres attract
many off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts each year. The landscape is
characterized by steep and rolling hills with the vegetation varying from
scattered hardwoods and grasses to dense chaparral brush. California gray pine
and Macnab cypress are also dispersed throughout the area. Of particular note,
are unusual plant communities unique to the area's serpentine barrens, which
are closed to vehicles to protect the delicate vegetation.

Other popular activities in the area include hunting, mountain bicycling,
camping, and nature study. There is one developed campground, and an OHV
staging area.

Knoxville Recreation Area is administered by BLM's Ukiah Field Office.

## Camping

**Lower Hunting Creek** is located at the intersection of Dunnigan Hill Road
and Hunting Creek Road at Hunting Creek, this developed campground has 5 sites
with shade structures, vault toilet, trash cans, and 3 overflow campsites.
There is no potable water at the site (bring your own drinking water). There
are no fees and no reservations. Campsite availability is on a first-come,
first-serve basis.

**Cedar Creek** , **Cement Creek** , and **Pocock Creek** are primitive camps
with no facilities.

**Firewood Gathering:** Cutting or removing standing vegetation (live or
dead), is strictly prohibited. Use only wood that is both dead AND down for
firewood.

## Off-Highway Vehicles

**North OHV Staging Area:** From north entrance take Dunnigan Hill Road
approximately 3/4 mile to Round Mountain Road. Proceed west on Round Mountain
Road approximately 1/4 mile to the staging area. Site has parking and vault
toilet.

  * All vehicles must be street licensed or have a current off-highway vehicle registration (green or red sticker)
  * All vehicles must be equipped with a properly installed muffler and a U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester.
  * All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operators must wear a D.O.T. approved safety helmet. No operator of an all-terrain vehicle may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. However, the operator of an all-terrain vehicle, that is designed for operation off of the highway by an operator with no more than one passenger, may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. (CVC 38506). 
  * Please respect our neighbors and stay out of private land.
  * Yield the right of way to pedestrians, horses or bicycles.
  * All roads and trails in the area have two-way traffic. Be alert and always stay to the right-hand side.
  * Please stay on designated trails. Avoid cutting switchbacks or driving through stream bottoms and wet meadows. Devilhead Road is a county road, therefore only street licensed vehicles are permitted.
  * This area is open to hunting year round. Be extremely cautious when riding during peak hunting seasons.

## Shooting

**Recreational and target shooting are prohibited.** Shooting in the legal
pursuit or taking of game is allowed.

Shooting within 150 yards of a developed site or dwelling, including
campgrounds, and shooting across or within 150 feet of any road or trail is
strictly prohibited.

Since this area is designated for OHV recreation, you should familiarize
yourself with the trail system, and be sure of your target and background.

You must carry out all litter, including expended cartridges, shot shells and
targets.

Due to its close proximity to the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area regions, and because of its varied terrain, Knoxville's 17,700 acres attract many off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts each year. The landscape is characterized by steep and rolling hills with the vegetation varying from scattered hardwoods and grasses to dense chaparral brush. California gray pine and Macnab cypress are also dispersed throughout the area. Of particular note, are unusual plant communities unique to the area's serpentine barrens, which are closed to vehicles to protect the delicate vegetation.

Other popular activities in the area include hunting, mountain bicycling, camping, and nature study. There is one developed campground, and an OHV staging area. Knoxville Recreation Area is administered by BLM's <a href="https://www.blm.gov/office/ukiah-field-office" rel="nofollow">Ukiah Field Office</a>. <h2>Camping</h2>Lower Hunting Creek is located at the intersection of Dunnigan Hill Road and Hunting Creek Road at Hunting Creek, this developed campground has 5 sites with shade structures, vault toilet, trash cans, and 3 overflow campsites. There is no potable water at the site (bring your own drinking water). There are no fees and no reservations. Campsite availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Cedar Creek, Cement Creek, and Pocock Creek are primitive camps with no facilities.

Firewood Gathering: Cutting or removing standing vegetation (live or dead), is strictly prohibited. Use only wood that is both dead AND down for firewood.<h2>Off-Highway Vehicles</h2>North OHV Staging Area: From north entrance take Dunnigan Hill Road approximately 3/4 mile to Round Mountain Road. Proceed west on Round Mountain Road approximately 1/4 mile to the staging area. Site has parking and vault toilet.
<ul>
<li>All vehicles must be street licensed or have a current off-highway vehicle registration (green or red sticker)</li>
 
<li>All vehicles must be equipped with a properly installed muffler and a U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester.</li>
 
<li>All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operators must wear a D.O.T. approved safety helmet. 
No operator of an all-terrain vehicle may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. However, the operator of an all-terrain vehicle, that is designed for operation off of the highway by an operator with no more than one passenger, may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. (CVC 38506). </li>

<li>Please respect our neighbors and stay out of private land.</li>

<li>Yield the right of way to pedestrians, horses or bicycles.</li>

<li>All roads and trails in the area have two-way traffic. Be alert and always stay to the right-hand side.</li>

<li>Please stay on designated trails. Avoid cutting switchbacks or driving through stream bottoms and wet meadows. Devilhead Road is a county road, therefore only street licensed vehicles are permitted.</li>
 
<li>This area is open to hunting year round. Be extremely cautious when riding during peak hunting seasons.</li></ul><h2>Shooting</h2> Recreational and target shooting are prohibited. Shooting in the legal pursuit or taking of game is allowed.
 
Shooting within 150 yards of a developed site or dwelling, including campgrounds, and shooting across or within 150 feet of any road or trail is strictly prohibited.
 
Since this area is designated for OHV recreation, you should familiarize yourself with the trail system, and be sure of your target and background.
 
You must carry out all litter, including expended cartridges, shot shells and targets.

Knoxville Recreation Area

_**Note:**__**_Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant
preliminary applications_**_ _**. The public comment period will be open from
March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments
can be found**_ _**here**_ _**..**_

  
Due to its close proximity to the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area
regions, and because of its varied terrain, Knoxville's 17,700 acres attract
many off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts each year. The landscape is
characterized by steep and rolling hills with the vegetation varying from
scattered hardwoods and grasses to dense chaparral brush. California gray pine
and Macnab cypress are also dispersed throughout the area. Of particular note,
are unusual plant communities unique to the area's serpentine barrens, which
are closed to vehicles to protect the delicate vegetation.

Other popular activities in the area include hunting, mountain bicycling,
camping, and nature study. There is one developed campground, and an OHV
staging area. **Target shooting is not allowed at the Knoxville Recreation
Area.**

Knoxville Recreation Area is part of the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument
administered by BLM's Ukiah Field Office.

## Camping

**Lower Hunting Creek** is located at the intersection of Dunnigan Hill Road
and Hunting Creek Road at Hunting Creek, this developed campground has 5 sites
with shade structures, vault toilet, trash cans, and 3 overflow campsites.
There is no potable water at the site (bring your own drinking water). There
are no fees and no reservations. Campsite availability is on a first-come,
first-serve basis.

**Cedar Creek** , **Cement Creek** , and **Pocock Creek** are primitive camps
with no facilities.

**Firewood Gathering:** Cutting or removing standing vegetation (live or
dead), is strictly prohibited. Use only wood that is both dead AND down for
firewood.

## Off-Highway Vehicles

**North OHV Staging Area:** From north entrance take Dunnigan Hill Road
approximately 3/4 mile to Round Mountain Road. Proceed west on Round Mountain
Road approximately 1/4 mile to the staging area. Site has parking and vault
toilet.

  * All vehicles must be street licensed or have a current off-highway vehicle registration (green or red sticker)
  * All vehicles must be equipped with a properly installed muffler and a U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester.
  * All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operators must wear a D.O.T. approved safety helmet. No operator of an all-terrain vehicle may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. However, the operator of an all-terrain vehicle, that is designed for operation off of the highway by an operator with no more than one passenger, may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. (CVC 38506).
  * Please respect our neighbors and stay out of private land.
  * All roads and trails in the area have two-way traffic. Be alert and always stay to the right-hand side.
  * Please stay on designated trails. Avoid cutting switchbacks or driving through stream bottoms and wet meadows. Devilheads Road is a county road, therefore only street licensed vehicles are permitted.
  * This area is open to hunting year round. Be extremely cautious when riding during peak hunting seasons.

Note: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Folga.ohv.parks.ca.gov%2Fegrams_ohmvr%2Fuser%2FReviewProjects.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Cjpluim%40blm.gov%7C861730247cc24f29f98208dd47b7f814%7C0693b5ba4b184d7b9341f32f400a5494%7C0%7C0%7C638745577645208149%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rgvNU%2B6c39Z27ZcgN%2FH9MSGVhQm8bpz5%2FSX1kekWulU%3D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow">Click here to view our California State Parks OHV grant preliminary applications</a>. The public comment period will be open from March 4, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Instructions on how to provide public comments can be found <a href="http://chrome-extension:/efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https:/olga.ohv.parks.ca.gov/egrams_ohmvr/admin/ViewAppDocs.aspx?pdfappcode=000825" rel="nofollow">here</a>.. Due to its close proximity to the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area regions, and because of its varied terrain, Knoxville's 17,700 acres attract many off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts each year. The landscape is characterized by steep and rolling hills with the vegetation varying from scattered hardwoods and grasses to dense chaparral brush. California gray pine and Macnab cypress are also dispersed throughout the area. Of particular note, are unusual plant communities unique to the area's serpentine barrens, which are closed to vehicles to protect the delicate vegetation.Other popular activities in the area include hunting, mountain bicycling, camping, and nature study. There is one developed campground, and an OHV staging area. Target shooting is not allowed at the Knoxville Recreation Area.Knoxville Recreation Area is part of the <a href="https://www.blm.gov/programs/national-conservation-lands/california/berryessa-snow-mountain-national-monument" rel="nofollow">Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument</a> administered by BLM's <a href="https://www.blm.gov/office/ukiah-field-office" rel="nofollow">Ukiah Field Office</a>. <h2>Camping</h2>Lower Hunting Creek is located at the intersection of Dunnigan Hill Road and Hunting Creek Road at Hunting Creek, this developed campground has 5 sites with shade structures, vault toilet, trash cans, and 3 overflow campsites. There is no potable water at the site (bring your own drinking water). There are no fees and no reservations. Campsite availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.Cedar Creek, Cement Creek, and Pocock Creek are primitive camps with no facilities.Firewood Gathering: Cutting or removing standing vegetation (live or dead), is strictly prohibited. Use only wood that is both dead AND down for firewood. <h2>Off-Highway Vehicles</h2>North OHV Staging Area: From north entrance take Dunnigan Hill Road approximately 3/4 mile to Round Mountain Road. Proceed west on Round Mountain Road approximately 1/4 mile to the staging area. Site has parking and vault toilet. <ul><li>All vehicles must be street licensed or have a current off-highway vehicle registration (green or red sticker)</li><li>All vehicles must be equipped with a properly installed muffler and a U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester.</li><li>All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operators must wear a D.O.T. approved safety helmet. No operator of an all-terrain vehicle may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. However, the operator of an all-terrain vehicle, that is designed for operation off of the highway by an operator with no more than one passenger, may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. (CVC 38506).</li><li>Please respect our neighbors and stay out of private land.</li><li>All roads and trails in the area have two-way traffic. Be alert and always stay to the right-hand side.</li><li>Please stay on designated trails. Avoid cutting switchbacks or driving through stream bottoms and wet meadows. Devilheads Road is a county road, therefore only street licensed vehicles are permitted.</li><li>This area is open to hunting year round. Be extremely cautious when riding during peak hunting seasons.</li></ul>

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