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Obsidian

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USDA Forest Service

11Supported overnight records

1Published site categories

11Sites with a reported party limit

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A closer look at the campground

Overview Obsidian campground offers opportunity to get away from crowds amidst shade of aspens and pines. Campground is close to Molybdenite Creek and Little Walker River. The river is stocked with trout. Area trailheads offer several interesting hikes. The trail from Molybdenite Creek trailhead splits, with one branch heading south into the Hoover Wilderness, and one looping north along Wheeler Creek to connect with the trail along the Little Walker River. This can be hiked as a loop from Burt Canyon trailhead (just west of campground). The Emma Lake trailhead leads to a short but steep hike to Emma Lake on the shores of Mount Emma. Recreation The Obsidian campground is popular with hikers, fishermen, and campers looking for a quiet rustic campground. Facilities This campground is best suited for small vehicles and tent camping. Campsites have picnic tables and campfire rings. The campground has vault toilets for public use. There is no garbage service so please pack in/pack out any trash. There is no potable water available. Natural Features The Obsidian campground is at an elevation of 7800 feet.

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How much is documented?

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Shade

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The campsite mix

Standard Nonelectric

THE ACTUAL SITES

11 published campsite records

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SITE / LOOP	TYPE	EQUIPMENT LIMITS	PEOPLE / VEHICLES	DRIVEWAY	ELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 1 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 10 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 11 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 2 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 3 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 4 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 5 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 6 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 7 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 8 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 9 Obsidian Source updated: 2025-12-07	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	6 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported

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How much is documented?

The campsite mix

11 published campsite records

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