Clear Creek Management Area

The Clear Creek Management Area is a large section of public land located at the southern end of the Diablo Mountains. This highly mineralized region contributed significantly the early history of San Benito County. This public land is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. (Click here to view Map.)

Notice Clear Creek is Closed BLM Emergency Closure Order

The Clear Creek Management Area is a multi-use area where people interested in a variety of pursuits visit each year. The area is shared with Rock-hounds, OHV enthusiasts, bicyclist, miners, hikers, hunters, and others all sharing one of California's great open spaces. The area's elevations range from about 670 meters (2,200 ft.) in the lower areas to 1600 meters (5,241 ft.) on San Benito Mountain, the highest point in San Benito County. The road system is rugged with many narrow steep sections. There are places where you'll find breath-taking views of the San Joaquin Valley and you will see the Sierras a hundred miles away; in other places you'll find yourself deep in a forest - lost from the world. There is evidence of past human activity nearly everywhere, but at times you might wonder if anyone had traveled here before. Please be aware that there are many parcels of private land interspersed with the public land. Tread lightly and be courteous of the interests of others. There is one primitive campground and six staging areas, each with pit toilets and dumpsters. However, with a few exceptions, you may camp nearly anywhere you wish.

Come and enjoy this wondrous space ...

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