Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Badger Flat
VISIT DATE: 08/02/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 5 miles to campground sign.
Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground is a scattered collection of camp sites through a
stand of Lodgepole pine dotted by patches of grass meadows.
Rancheria Creek borders on one side and some sites overlook it.
The camp sites are tucked into the trees and may be difficult to
see; this characteristic gives the campground a dispersed feel.
Although there are no facilities, horses are permitted in
campground. This nice family campground has very good privacy
between camp sites. Nature walks are held each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday - begin at Registration/Visitor Center (intersection
of Huntington Lake Rd. and Kaiser Pass Trail/Forest Rt. 80).
Huntington Lake with all its water sports, restaurants, and
interpretive programs, is about 6 miles from the campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Bear-proof food containers are located at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 5
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt, not designated, and informal and
irregular. Travel trailers are not recommended. The interior
road is eroded. There is an RV waste station, with no potable
water, located at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
There is wading in Rancheria Creek.
HIKING
Connector trail to California Riding and Hiking Trail. Accesses
Dinkey Lake Wilderness to the south and Kaiser Wilderness to the
north.
FISHING
Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buck Meadow
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Shaver Lake
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Shaver Lake, CA, at intersection of Tollhouse Rd (State Rt.
168) and Dinkey Creek Rd., take Dinkey Creek Rd. east 11.9 miles
to McKinley Grove sign. Turn right onto McKinley Grove Rd. and
go 10 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,800 ft.
The campground stretches along the east bank of Deer Creek in a
stand of young pine. A rough and rugged campground, it has the
feel of dispersed camping. The camp sites are close together and
have little privacy. The campground is about mid-way between the
giant sequoias of Mckinley Grove and Wishon Reservoir. A visit
to the Grove is a must; the largest tree is 20.3 ft. in diameter.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day through September 24
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day - single
$44 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 9
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Enjoy wading in Deer Creek.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Catavee
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. west 0.2 miles to
Catavee-Kinnikinnick campground sign. Turn right at sign and
immediately left into campground.
NOTE: All campers must first go to registration office off State
Rt. 168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast
end of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is a single loop through a stand of mixed pines and firs.
It is next to Kinnikinnick campground and across Huntington Lake
Rd. from Huntington Lake. A couple camp sites overlook Bear
Creek and many sites have patches of grass and wildflowers.
Densely growing trees and spacing give several camp sites good
privacy. Huntington Lake cannot be seen from the campground.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 24
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 24
No. Grilles on Sites: 24
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with no potable
water, is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1,000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline. The
nearest boat ramp to campground is Huntington Boat Launch in
Lakeshore - no launch fee, but charge to park.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
provides access to Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chilkoot
VISIT DATE: 07/17/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/17/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at the intersection of State Rt. 41 and Road
426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake sign.
Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9 miles to a
stop sign. Turn left at stop sign onto Road 222 and go 1.7 miles
to another stop sign. Turn left at stop sign onto Road 423 and
go 0.3 miles to still another stop sign. Turn right at stop sign
onto Road 274 and go 2.3 miles to Chilkoot sign. Turn left after
sign onto Beasore Road (Forest Rt. 7) and go 4 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,900 ft.
The campground is a single loop through a stand of tall cedars,
firs, and Ponderosa pine. The camp sites are large but with no
understory providing only minimal privacy. The sounds of
Chilkoot Creek and squirrels dominate. The campground is
convenient to the resort businesses around Bass Lake.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comments:
Open May 15 through September 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 6
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. With the exception of one parking
apron, most are about same size.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: College
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
NOTE: All campers must first go to registration office off State
Rt. 168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast
end of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is a single loop on Huntington Lake. Some camp sites are
stone's throw from the lake. Tall grass and lack of trees give
campground a lush, meadow-like appearance.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Boats can be moored at water's edge near some camp
sites. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 7
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 27'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and grass. An RV waste station with no
potable water, is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1,000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline. The
nearest boat ramp is at Rancheria Resort and Marina.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
accesses Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Deer Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. west 0.1 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Huntington Lake Rd. becomes State Rt. 168 in 0.4 miles.
All campers must first go to registration office off State Rt.
168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast end
of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is composed of two unnamed loops on the shore of Huntington
Lake. The loop to the right of entrance is more heavily wooded
and has most sites at the lake's edge. The loop to the left of
entrance is more open and sunny and is nearest the community of
Lakeshore and a restaurant. Although only a few of the camp sites
are at the water's edge all are within a stone's throw and have a
view of the lake. Privacy between camp sites is poor to minimal.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Boats can be moored at water's edge near some camp
sites. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - single (premium)
$56 per day - double
$60 per day - double (premium)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 28
Total Sites: 28
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 28
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with no potable
water, is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1,000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline.
Nearest boat ramp is at Huntington Boat Launch in Lakeshore - no
fee to launch but there is $3 parking fee.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
accesses Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dinkey Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Shaver Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Shaver Lake, CA, at intersection of Tollhouse Rd. (State Rt.
168) and Dinkey Creek Rd., take Dinkey Creek Rd. east 12.3 miles
to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground, heavily wooded and shaded by some huge Ponderosa
pine, cedar, and other conifers, is an excellent family
destination. There are nine loops - A, B, C, and E through K
stretching out 1.5 miles along Dinkey Creek. Loop A is for
groups only and is not included in the site count for this
campground. There are two outstanding swimming areas along the
creek called "Honeymoon Pool" and "The Slicks." The former is
two pools carved out of granite. The latter is a series of water
slides and a pool also carved out of granite. Both are great fun
for children and adults alike. At entrance to campground is
Dinkey Creek Inn, which is a mini-grocery store and lunch counter
(breakfast and sandwiches). Fishing supplies and bait are also
available. The Inn is also comprised of cabins which can be
rented.
In back of the Inn is the historic Dinkey Creek Bridge built by
the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during 1938. For a day
trip, drive 6 miles to McKinley Grove and its giant Redwoods.
Pay phone is at the Inn. Interpretive programs are presented in
the amphitheater on weekends.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 22 through September 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 115
Total Sites: 128
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 128
No. Grilles on Sites: 128
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station with no potable water,
is available for a fee at Edison Camp (public utility) 0.8 miles north of
Shaver Lake, CA off Tollhouse Rd.
For some sites, there is a considerable drop-off between the
parking apron and interior road.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 29
No. Threaded: 15
Comments:
For $1 get a hot shower at Dinkey Creek Inn - wheelchair
friendly.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Dinkey Creek Trail #26E13 (foot) - 5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dora Belle
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Shaver Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Shaver Lake, CA, at intersection of Tollhouse Rd. (State Rt.
168) and Dorabelle Rd., take Dorabelle Rd. 0.4 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,400 ft.
The campground is a series of loops and spurs above Shaver Lake.
There is a nice variety of camp site locations with some tucked
into the forest while others are more open and back up on various
sized boulders. A few sites have a view of the lake. The thick
canopy of large cedar, pines, and fir limit undergrowth and thus
privacy between camp sites. What privacy screening there is
comes from young oak trees and shrubs. A very popular
campground, reservations are recommended.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 17
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 60
Total Sites: 62
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 62
No. Grilles on Sites: 62
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with no potable water,
is available for a fee at Edison Camp (a public utility) 0.8 miles north of
Shaver Lake, CA off Tollhouse Rd.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 23
No. Threaded: 21
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Shaver Lake is 2,200 acres. Boats can be moored at lakeshore
within walking distance of campground. Nearest boat ramp is at
Edison Camp for a fee or Shaver Lake Pt. for no fee; both are
north of campground off Tollhouse Rd.
HIKING
There are five trails (all foot only) as follows:
Peninsula Loop - 1 mile
Burr Meadow - 1.5 miles
Osprey Cove - 2 miles
Dinkey Road - 0.5 miles
Musick Meadow - 0.75 miles
FISHING
Bass, Kokanee salmon, and Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Forks
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at intersection of Victoria La (State Rt. 41)
and Road 426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake
sign. Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9
miles to an intersection and stop sign. Turn left onto Road 222
and go 1.2 miles to the Campground Registration Office on the
left. (All campers, including those with reservations, must FIRST
go to Registration Office to pay fee and obtain site selection.)
After processing at Registration Office, exit back onto Road 222
(back the way you came) and go 1.3 miles to campground sign. Turn
right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,400 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Bass Lake Recreation Area and
across the road from Bass Lake, is composed of two unnamed
overlapping loops on a hillside overlooking Bass Lake. A few
camp sites have a limited view of the lake. Cedar, oak, and
pines provide ample shade for most camp sites and fair privacy.
There is insufficient space for parking boat trailers at any
site. The camp sites have pedestal grilles and stone fire rings.
A few sites are adjacent to a creek that feeds the lake.
Resorts scattered along the Bass Lake shoreline offer a variety
of services including gas, tackle, bait, boat rentals, limited
groceries, and a cook's night out. A variety of
interpretive/campfire programs are offered during summer weekends
- check campground fee board for schedule.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 17 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 31'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved, many of which are eroded reducing
useable area. Interior road is rough and narrow with tight
curves. The waste station is 0.2 miles west of campground on
Road 222 and must be approached from the east; check it out
before dumping.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Bass Lake is 1,160 acres. Areas suitable for swimming at
designated spots along shoreline - no life guards. Boat ramp is
located 3.4 miles east of campground - $3 fee for parking.
All motorized water craft must register at Sheriff's Tower on
lake and pay fee. Because of quantity of power boats and narrow
0.5-mile width of lake, sailing could be a challenge. Suggest
Huntington Lake and campgrounds there for sailing.
HIKING
At the campground:
Goat Mountain #22E94 (foot) - 2.6 miles
In the Recreation Area:
Willow Creek #22E03 (foot) - 2.7 miles
Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (foot) - 1 mile
Spring Cove Trail #22E18 (foot) - 2.6 miles
FISHING
Smallmouth bass, Brown and Rainbow trout, Blue Gill, catfish, and
Channel catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fresno Dome
VISIT DATE: 07/18/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/17/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Oakhurst, CA, take State Rt. 41 north 2.2 miles to Road 632.
Turn right at sign onto Road 632 and go 1 mile to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left, staying on Road 632, and go 7.4 miles
to another "Y" intersection. Bear left and go 3.1 miles to a "T"
intersection. Turn left onto dirt road and go 1.5 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear right and go 0.3 to still another "Y"
intersection. Bear left into campground.
NOTE: Road 632 is part of the Sierra Vista Byway. The last 1.8
miles is rough with rocky stretches - not RV friendly.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.
This tranquil campground has two sections. One has camp sites
tucked in among towering cedar, Sugar pines, and firs. The other
section is located along Big Creek's headwater with sites
overlooking the creek. At the upper end of this section is an
informal "beater" trail leading to a series of deep pools ideal
for cooling off on a hot day. The campground is an excellent
location for nearby hiking and rock climbing.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 1 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26.22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 16
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
Nearby is a "beater" trail to the top of Fresno Dome (foot)
FISHING
Rainbow, Brook and a hybrid trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Gaggs Camp
VISIT DATE: 07/17/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at the intersection of State Rt. 41 and Road
426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake sign.
Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9 miles to a
stop sign. Turn left at stop sign onto Road 222 and go 1.7 miles
to another stop sign. Turn left at stop sign onto Road 423 and
go 0.3 miles to still another stop sign. Turn right at stop sign
onto Road 274 and go 2.3 miles to Chilkoot sign. Turn left after
sign onto Beasore Road (Forest Rt. 7) and go 10.2 miles to
Central Camp sign. Turn right at sign onto a wide single-lane
dirt road and go 2.6 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left,
heading for Central Camp, and go 3.7 miles to Gaggs sign. Turn
left after sign and go 0.2 miles to campground.
NOTE: Last 4 miles becomes rough with large rocks embedded in
dirt.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,900 ft.
The campground, pack it in pack it out, is located in a stand of
towering Sugar pines and cedars. It has two sections with some
camp sites in both sections located along Sandy Creek. Abundant
shade, various wildflowers, and quiet, tranquil atmosphere, this
is a pretty little campground for tent campers. Although there
are no grilles, each camp site has a rock-lined fire pit.
Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 1 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26.22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Gigantea
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Shaver Lake
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Shaver Lake, CA, at intersection of Tollhouse Rd (State Rt.
168) and Dinkey Creek Rd., take Dinkey Creek Rd. east 11.9 miles
to McKinley Grove sign. Turn right onto McKinley Grove Rd. and
go 6.4 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
The campground meanders through a grove of Sugar pine, cedar, and
fir. The campground name must refer to size of the trees and
camp sites. Unfortunately, the interior road is not RV friendly;
recommend tents, pop-up tent campers and slide-ins only.
Interior road is tear-drop shape making second pass-through
difficult. The nearby McKinley Grove with its giant sequoias is
a must visit; the largest tree is 20.3 ft. in diameter. One camp
site may be occupied by a host.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through October 1
NOTE: 3/18/17 - Campground temporarily closed for hazard tree removal;
contact Ranger District office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and are about the same size. The
interior road is rough and eroded - not RV friendly. Recommended
for pop-up tent trailers, tents and slide-ins only.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Grey Mountain (a.k.a. Greys)
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Oakhurst, CA, take State Rt. 41 north 2.2 miles to Road 632.
Turn right at sign onto Road 632 and go 1 mile to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left, staying on Road 632, and go 7.4 miles
to another "Y" intersection. Bear right and go 0.7 miles to a
"Y" intersection. Bear right again and go 1.1 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Last 1.8 miles is a rough road with large potholes - not RV
friendly. Forest Rt. 632 is part of Sierra Vista Scenic Byway.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,400 ft.
The campground stretches along Willow Creek in two sections. The
section to the left of campground's entrance is very rustic with
a wilderness, dispersed feel. The camp sites are tucked in
tightly among conifer trees and next to creek; it is not RV
friendly. A dirt road winds through this section after a steep
drop from the main road. The second section is smaller and less
shaded. This section features a delightful mixture of conifers
providing ample shade, newer vaults, and well defined parking
aprons making it better suited for RVs. Above this section, up
an informal path, is a pleasant waterfall and pool. Because the
campground does stretch out a bit, some camp sites have excellent
privacy. A good day trip is Shadow of the Giants located in the
Nelder Grove of giant sequoias. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 1.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26.22 per day - single
$52.44 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 17
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 7
Total Sites: 24
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 24
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
The parking aprons are informal and irregular in size. The
interior road is narrow, rough, and rocky. Recommend small RVs
only.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Jackass Meadow
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 16.9 miles to Ward
Lake/Florence Lake sign. Continue straight onto Florence Lake
Trail and go 5.7 miles to Jackass Meadow sign. Turn left after
sign and go 0.6 miles to another campground sign. Turn right and
go 0.2 miles to campground.
NOTE: All but first 5.9 miles of access route is on a roughly
paved, single-lane road with numerous blind curves - a "white
knuckle" experience.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,200 ft.
The campground has two unnamed loops below the Florence Lake Dam
in a dense stand of Lodgepole pines. At the end of a very long,
rough (and at times, scary) drive with magnificent, breathtaking
views, this campground is worth every bump. John Muir Wilderness
surrounds campground and provides scenic views. Formerly a
Native American gathering place, several archaeological sites are
hidden in the area. The South Fork of San Jonquin River runs
past the campground's entrance. During the summer, a nature walk
is held every Saturday. The Florence Lake Store, 0.5 miles west
of campground, located between the parking lot and boat launch,
offers limited groceries and camping supplies. A ferry to the
John Muir Wilderness is available; purchase ticket at the store.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A
bear proof food container is located at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 26
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 43
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 43
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 43
No. Grilles on Sites: 43
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 10
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Florence Lake, a 15MPH lake, is 500 acres (est.) 0.4 miles west
of campground. There is a private boat ramp at the store - see
General Comments.
HIKING
Nature Hike (foot & wheelchair friendly) - 0.7 miles
See General Comments for access to John Muir Wilderness via the
Florence Lake ferry.
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kelty Meadow (a.k.a. Kelty Meadow Horse Camp)
VISIT DATE: 07/18/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Oakhurst, CA, take State Rt. 41 north 2.2 miles to Road 632.
Turn right at sign onto Road 632 and go 1 mile to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left, staying on Road 632, and go 7.4 miles
to another "Y" intersection. Bear left and go 3.1 miles to a "T"
intersection. Turn left onto dirt road and go 1.5 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear right and go 2.8 miles to campground sign.
Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to campground.
NOTE: Road 632 is part of the Sierra Vista Byway.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,900 ft.
The campground is a tear-shaped loop alongside a feeder stream to
Soquel Creek. Most camp sites are not clearly defined and
several are a challenge to find. There is almost no understory
providing wide open spaces that can accommodate slide-ins, pop-up
tent trailers, tents, and small horse trailers. Each camp site
has a hitching rail. Surrounding meadows and towering cedars and
pines give the campground a spacious feel. A variety of logging
and forest roads provide informal horse trails.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 9
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: Yes
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Stock water is available from Soquel Creek feeder stream.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kinnikinnick
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. west 0.2 miles to
Catavee-kinnikinnick campground sign. Turn right at sign and go
straight into campground.
NOTE: All campers must first go to registration office off State
Rt. 168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast
end of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is a single loop through a stand of mixed, mature conifers.
It is next to Catavee campground and across Huntington Lake Rd.
from Huntington Lake. None of the camp sites have a view of
Huntington Lake. The ground cover is a mix of grass and pine
needles.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day -single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with no potable water,
is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1,000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline.
The nearest boat ramp to campground is Huntington Lake Boat
Launch in Lakeshore - no fee to launch, but charge to park.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
provides access to Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kirch Flat
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Prather
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Prather, CA, take State Rt. 168 north 2.5 miles to Lodge Rd.
Turn onto Lodge Rd. and go 6.3 miles to Pine Flat Reservoir and
Burrough Valley signs. Turn left onto Burrough Valley and go 7.5
miles to a "T" intersection. Turn left onto Maxon Road and go 5
miles to another "T" intersection. Turn left onto Trimmer
Springs and go 16.9 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,460 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is composed of two
unnamed loops stretching along the Kings River. During
whitewater rafting season (April through July), the campground is
used both as a take-out and base camp for rafting. For
commercial outfitters contact High Sierra Ranger District Office.
Emory oaks provide shade to most camp sites. Some sites overlook
the river.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Good maneuverability for RVs.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
A run down Kings River is about 10 miles.
HIKING - NO
FISHING
Wild trout - catch and release
<CAMPGROUND NAME: Lower Billy Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. west 3.8 miles
to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Huntington Lake Rd. becomes State Rt. 168 in 0.4 miles.
All campers must first go to registration office off State Rt.
168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast
end of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is a single loop at the edge of Huntington Lake's northeast
shore. Firs and Pinyon pine provide abundant shade. Although no
camp sites are on the water's edge, all are within a few feet and
have a view of the lake. The campground is tightly configured
providing poor privacy and a challenge for some RVs. Nearby Billy
Creek Museum offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of a forest ranger
during the 50s. The nearest resort is Huntington Lake which offers
limited groceries, a free boat ramp, power and sailboat rentals,
and a cook's night out. Firewood is available for a fee.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake primarily
a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for many years.
Boats can be moored at water's edge near some camp sites. Sailboat
races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and restaurants.
Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Check
for details at each campground's information board. For weekend and
holiday stays, strongly recommend making reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 5
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping:
RV INFORMATION
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 25'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Because of tight configuration
and close growing trees, interior road is not RV friendly.
An RV waste station with no potable water, is available for
a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline.
The nearest boat ramp is at Huntington Lake Resort Marina -
no charge. No trailer parking at the marina.
HIKING
Hiking: Yes
Comments:
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
accesses Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Fishing: Yes
Comments:
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lupine-Cedar Bluff
VISIT DATE: 07/20/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at intersection of Victoria La (State Rt. 41)
and Road 426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake
sign. Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9
miles to an intersection and stop sign. Turn left onto Road 222
and go 1.2 miles to the Campground Registration Office on the
left. (All campers ,including those with reservations, must FIRST
go to Registration Office to pay fee and obtain site selection.)
After processing at Registration Office, exit back onto Road 222
(back the way you came) and go 2.9 miles to campground sign. Turn
right at sign into campground.
NOTE: Road 222 is a narrow, curvy two-lane, paved road that
parallels Bass Lake. Those driving an RV should be especially
careful of pedestrians and oncoming traffic. Go slow!
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,400 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Bass Lake Recreation Area, is
composed of two sections - Cedar Bluff and Lupine. The Cedar
Bluff section has three unnamed loops on a hillside across the
street and above Bass Lake. The camp sites in this section are
for multiple camping units (double, triple, and quad) - space for
tents on some sites is limited to parking aprons. Shade and
privacy are also limited in this section. The Lupine section
also has three loops plus 12 walk-in tent sites. This section is
large and has a different "feel" to it. Many sites are tucked
into pines and space between camp sites offers better privacy.
Further back from the lake, lake noise is not as apparent as in
Cedar Bluff. Most parking aprons in Lupine can accommodate boat
trailers. A popular campground, it has the feel of constant
activity. Reservations are recommended.
Resorts scattered along the Bass Lake shoreline offer a variety
of services including gas, tackle, bait, boat rentals, limited
groceries, and a cook's night out. A variety of
interpretive/campfire programs are offered during summer weekends
- check campground fee board for schedule.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Services provided May 8 through September 20
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional for holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 13
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 49
Total Sites: 74
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 74
No. Grilles on Sites: 74
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The RV waste station is 1.8 miles
west of campground on Road 222 and must be approached from the
east.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Bass Lake is 1,160 acres. Areas suitable for swimming at
designated spots along shoreline - no life guards. Boat ramp is
located 1.8 miles east of campground - $3 fee for parking.
All motorized water craft must register at Sheriff's Tower on
lake and pay fee. Because of quantity of power boats and narrow
0.5-mile width of lake, sailing could be a challenge. Suggest
Huntington Lake and campgrounds there for sailing.
HIKING
In the Recreation Area:
Willow Creek #22E03 (foot) - 2.7 miles
Goat Mountain #22E94 (foot) - 2.6 miles
Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (foot) - 1 mile
Spring Cove Trail #22E18 (foot) - 2.6 miles
FISHING
Smallmouth bass, Brown and Rainbow trout, Blue Gill, catfish, and
Channel catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mammouth Pool
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Fork
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From North Fork, CA, take Road 225 east 3.7 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left onto Scenic Byway (Forest Rt. 81) and go
33.6 miles to Mammouth Pool sign. Turn right at sign and go 4.4
miles, past Wagner's Mammouth Pool Resort and Campground, to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
NOTE: Last 0.7 miles are on a rough and rugged road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,000 ft.
The campground is a loop off a spur that wanders around a
sparsely wooded stand of cedar and Ponderosa pines. Large
Manzanita bushes provide privacy to some camp sites, but overall
privacy is minimal. Some parking aprons are overgrown giving an
under-maintained appearance. With a boat ramp, miles of
shoreline, and good fishing at Mammouth Pool Reservoir (0.5 miles
south of campground), campground is popular as a base camp for
water sports. Wagner's Mammouth Pool Resort has a public phone,
gas, and limited groceries.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 8
Comments:
A public phone is located at Wagner's Mammouth Pool Resort.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The 1,100-acre Mammouth Pool Reservoir is 0.5 miles from
campground. It offers a full range of water sports and is closed
May 1 through June 16.
HIKING - No
Comments:
The nearby French Trail (26E16) accesses Ansel Adams Wilderness.
FISHING - No
Comments:
Fishing for Brown, Rainbow, and Brook trout is available at the
nearby Mammouth Pool Reservoir.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mono Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 16.9 miles to Hot Springs sign
at intersection. Turn left, staying on Rt. 80, and go 4.6 miles
to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
NOTE: All but first 5.9 miles of access route is on a roughly
paved, single-lane road with numerous blind curves - a "white
knuckle" experience.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,500 ft.
The campground is a single loop through a stand of mature
Ponderosa pine. It is located on a bluff above Mono Creek but
none of the camp sites overlook the creek. The camp sites are
spacious, offering ample privacy. The ground is covered with
pine needles and grass.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Bear-proof food containers are located at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 26
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Potable water available at High Sierra Ranger Station.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mono Hot Springs
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 16.9 miles to Mono Hot Springs
sign at intersection. Turn left, staying on Forest Rt. 80, and
go 1.6 miles to another Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left at sign
and go 0.2 miles to campground on left or continue 0.1 miles
through Mono Hot Springs Resort to another section of the
campground, again on the left.
NOTE: All but first 5.9 miles of access route is on a roughly
paved, single-lane road with numerous blind curves - a "white
knuckle" experience.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,700 ft.
The campground has two sections on the South Fork of San Jaquin
River. The sections are separated by the Mono Hot Springs
Resort, which offers limited groceries, hot spring baths, and a
cook's night out. The first section is the smallest and is
beside a river bed of large rocks. The second section stretches
along the river with some camp sites not only overlooking it but
also at the same level.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
There is a bear-proof food container at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 26
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 22
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Potable water is available in front of Mono Hot Springs General
Store.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading in river.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Portal Forebay
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 9.3 miles to campground sign.
Turn left at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground.
NOTE: All but first 5.9 miles of access route is on a roughly
paved, single-lane road with numerous blind curves - a "white
knuckle" experience.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,300 ft.
The camp sites, among sand, manzanita, Jeffrey pine, and
boulders, are scattered along the shore of Portal Forebay.
Portal Forebay is a small lake where the water from Edison and
Florence Lakes "rest" before continuing into Huntington Lake.
The sites are widely spaced providing excellent privacy. While
some camp sites overlook Portal Forebay, others have a vista of
the Ansel Adams Wilderness. The campground has a dispersed feel
to it and is pack it in, pack it out.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A
bear-proof food container is located at each site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 26 through September 24 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day - single
$44 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Drinking water is available at nearby High Sierra Ranger Station.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Portal Forebay is an estimated 10 acres.
HIKING
Connector trail to Rattlesnake/Mono Crossing (foot & horse) which
provides access to Ansel Williams Wilderness (foot and horse) and
network of trails.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rancheria
VISIT DATE: 08/02/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.9 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
NOTE: Huntington Lake Rd. becomes State Rt. 168 in 0.4 miles.
All campers must first go to registration office off State Rt.
168 (turn at Mono Hot Springs sign/Forest Rt. 80 at northeast end
of Huntington Lake) to pay and receive site assignment. This
requirement includes campers having previously made reservations.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is a network of seven unnamed loops winding around from the
shore of Huntington Lake among Lodgepole pine, back through a
lush stand of fir. The ground cover ranges from sand with pine
cones to fern and wildflowers. Originally constructed by the
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s, the campground
has been updated to include a mix of vault and flush toilets and
a reliable potable water system. There are still some hints of
the CCCs work, but they are most evident at the amphitheater
which hosts weekend campfire programs.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Boats can be moored at water's edge near some camp
sites. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through October 17
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 34
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 111
Total Sites: 145
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 145
No. Grilles on Sites: 145
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 29'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station with no potable water,
is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 26
No. Threaded: 26
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilets next to sites 61 and 85 only.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1,000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline. The
nearest boat ramp is at Rancheria Resort and Marina.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
accesses Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME:
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Fork
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From North Fork, CA, take Road 225 east 3.7 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left onto Scenic Byway (Forest Rt. 81) and go
18 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,600 ft.
The campground has three sections bisected by Rock Creek. A
pleasant mixture of pine, cedar, and oak provide shade. Privacy
between camp sites is minimal. The first section is a small loop
and closest to Forest Rt. 81. Across a bridge are the other two
sections stretching along Rock Creek. To the right is the
campground's largest section with camp sites nearest the swimming
holes and rock water slide. The parking aprons in this section
are lower than roadway. Because of turn-around, travel trailers
are not recommended in this section. The section to the left is
composed of multi-family/double camp sites and accommodates
any size RV.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and paved. There is a significant
drop-off from paved interior road onto some sites with dirt
parking aprons.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 9
No. Threaded: 9
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sample Meadow
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign (Forest Rt. 80/Kaiser Pass Trail). Turn
left after sign onto Kaiser Pass Trail/Forest Rt. 80 and go 9.5
miles to Sample Mdw sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 5
(dirt and gravel, single-lane) and go 3 miles to campground sign.
Turn left after sign and go 0.1 miles to campground.
NOTE: After 5.7 miles, Forest Rt. 80 becomes single-lane.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,800 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, meanders through a stand
of Lodgepole pines beside Kaiser Creek. Although there are no
facilities for them, horses are permitted in campground. Ample
separation between camp sites provides excellent privacy. Some
sites have stone fire rings.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Bear-proof food containers are located at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through October 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and informal; slide-in RVs could be
accommodated.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Soda Springs
VISIT DATE: 07/21/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Fork
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From North Fork, CA, take Road 225 east 3.7 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left onto Scenic Byway (Forest Rt. 81) and go
30.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,700 ft.
The campground is composed of two sections stretching along the
West Fork of Chiquito Creek. The section to the left of
campground entrance is a loop through a wooded area. Parking
aprons are informal in this section and could accommodate most
any size RV. The section on the right is a spur with tight loop
at the end. The size of this loop and trees growing close to
inner loop make this section less RV friendly. This section has
only a scattering of Ponderosa pine to provide shade; privacy
between camp sites is poor. Also in this section, many camp
sites are adjacent to creek and some have a sandy beach.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 1 - weather dependent
NOTE: 3/18/17 - Campground temporarily closed for hazard tree removal;
contact Ranger District office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26.22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Soquel
VISIT DATE: 07/19/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Oakhurst, CA, take State Rt. 41 north 2.2 miles to Road 632.
Turn right at sign onto Road 632 and go 1 mile to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left, staying on Road 632, and go 7.4 miles
to another "Y" intersection. Bear right and go 0.1 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Road 632 is part of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,400 ft.
The campground is composed of two unnamed loops on Soquel Creek.
One loop stretches along the creek with sites overlooking it.
The other loop is more tightly configured with camp sites
clustered near but not on the creek. Soquel Creek runs clear and
shallow making it great for wading. Firewood is available for a
fee. A good day trip is Shadow of the Giants located in the
Nelder Grove of giant sequoias.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 27'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Spring Cove
VISIT DATE: 07/17/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at intersection of Victoria La (State Rt. 41)
and Road 426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake
sign. Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9
miles to an intersection and stop sign. Turn left onto Road 222
and go 1.2 miles to the Campground Registration Office on the
left. (All campers, including those with reservations, must FIRST
go to Registration Office to pay fee and obtain site selection.)
After processing at Registration Office, exit back onto Road 222
(back the way you came) and go 3.8 miles to campground sign. Turn
right into campground.
NOTE: Road 222 is a narrow, curvy two-lane, paved road that
parallels Bass Lake. Those driving an RV should be especially
careful of pedestrians and oncoming traffic. Go slow!
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,400 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Bass Lake Recreation Area and
across the road from Bass Lake, is composed of multiple loops and
spurs through pines and oak trees; some small cedars provide
additional shade. The campground has the feel of an older
campground with short parking aprons and closely clustered camp
sites. The tight configuration and turns make this campground
not travel trailer or large RV friendly. These RVs should not
attempt spurs with sites 37 through 42, 49 through 52 and 59
through 63. The campground is better suited for campers in
tents, slide-ins, small motor homes, and pop-up tent trailers. A
popular campground, it has the feel of constant activity.
Reservations are recommended.
Resorts scattered along the Bass Lake shoreline offer a variety
of services including gas, tackle, bait, boat rentals, limited
groceries, and a cook's night out. A variety of
interpretive/campfire programs are offered during summer weekends
- check campground fee board for schedule.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 8 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day.
NOTE: $2 per day additional for holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 14
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 49
Total Sites: 63
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 63
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 30'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved or dirt. The waste station is 2.7 miles
west of campground on Road 222 and must be approached from the
east; check it out before dumping.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Bass Lake is 1,160 acres. Areas suitable for swimming at
designated spots along shoreline - no life guards. Boat ramp is
located 1 mile east of campground - fee for parking.
All motorized water craft must register at Sheriff's Tower on
lake and pay fee. Because of quantity of power boats and narrow
0.5-mile width of lake, sailing could be a challenge. Suggest
Huntington Lake and campgrounds there for sailing.
HIKING
At the campground:
Spring Cove Trail #22E18 (foot) - 2.6 miles
In the Recreation Area:
Willow Creek #22E03 (foot) - 2.7 miles
Goat Mountain #22E94 (foot) - 2.6 miles
Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (foot) - 1 mile
FISHING
Smallmouth bass, Brown and Rainbow trout, Blue Gill, catfish, and
Channel catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Summerdale
VISIT DATE: 07/20/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Oakhurst, CA, take State Rt. 41 north 12.8 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.3 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,100 ft.
The campground, 1.5 miles from Yosemite National Park, is a
single loop around a grass meadow full of wildflowers. Camp
sites located on inside of loop have little shade and privacy.
On the other hand, sites on outside of loop are tucked in among
cottonwood, cedar, and fir. Big Creek runs along the long side
of the loop and is active with several beaver families. Because
campground is close to Yosemite National Park, offers good
fishing and cooler temperatures, it fills up early each day
especially on weekends. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 8 through September 27 - dependent weather
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sweetwater
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Fork
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From North Fork, CA, take Road 225 east 3.7 miles to a "Y"
intersection. Bear left onto Scenic Byway (Forest Rt. 81) and go
33.6 miles to Mammouth Pool sign. Turn right and go 2.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,100 ft.
The campground is a small single loop for pop-up tent trailers,
slide-ins and tent campers. An unnamed brook and Chiquito Creek
frame the campground so most camp sites overlook one or the
other. Good fishing and swimming holes are campground's
attractions.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 20 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 2
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and paved. A tight turn-around loop,
trees growing close to edges of interior road, and pitch of
parking aprons, limits RVs to pop-up tent trailers and slide-ins.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
<CAMPGROUND NAME: Upper Billy Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. west 3.7 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of seven in the Huntington Lake Recreation
Area, is composed of a large loop with a big spur across the road
from Huntington Lake and Lower Billy Creek. The spur offers some
camp sites with large parking aprons. Some sites overlook the
creek with a wide variety of wildflowers. Lots of towering
pines, firs, and cedar provide ample shade. The camp sites in
the loop have little privacy. Campfire programs are provided
each weekend in the amphitheater. Nearby Billy Creek Museum
offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of a forest ranger during the
50s. The nearest resort is Huntington Lake which offers limited
groceries, a free boat ramp, power and sailboat rentals, and a
cook's night out. Firewood is available for a fee.
The mid-day winds that blow each day, make Huntington Lake
primarily a sailboat lake. It has been ranked in the top ten for
many years. Sailboat races are a common occurrence on the lake.
There are several resorts on the lake offering a full range of
services from horseback rides to gas, limited groceries and
restaurants. Nature walks are provided each Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday. Check for details at each campground's information
board. For weekend and holiday stays, strongly recommend making
reservations.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 22 through September 5
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 35
Total Sites: 43
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 43
No. Grilles on Sites: 43
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 39'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Many parking aprons have
significant slopping; bring extra boards. An RV waste station with no
potable water, is available for a fee at Camp Edison in Shaver Lake.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 15
No. Threaded: 13
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Huntington Lake is 1000 acres with 14 miles of shoreline. The
nearest boat ramp is at Huntington Lake Resort Marina - no
charge. No trailer parking at the marina.
HIKING
There are many trails in the recreation area, including:
Rancheria Falls (foot) - 1 mile
Indian Pools (foot) - 1 mile
Black Point (foot) - 0.7 miles
Kaiser Loop Trail (foot & horse) - 12 miles
provides access to Kaiser Wilderness and its network of
trails
FISHING
Kokanee salmon, Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Upper Chiquito
VISIT DATE: 07/23/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at the intersection of State Rt. 41 and Road
426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake sign.
Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9 miles to a
stop sign. Turn left onto Road 222 and go 1.7 miles to another
stop sign. Turn right onto Road 274 and go 2.3 miles to Chilkoot
sign. Turn left after sign onto Beashore Road (Forest Rt.
7/Sierra Vista Scenic Byway) and go 23.2 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,800 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, stretches along Chiquito
Creek for about 0.5 miles with informal camp sites scattered
along creek's edge. A rustic campground with dispersed-like
camp sites, this campground has an undeveloped feel. Several
lush grass meadows in the area provide wildlife viewing
opportunities. See the survival cabin built in 1952. Limited
groceries, gas, and lots of good conversation are available at
Jones Store, south of campground along the Sierra Vista Scenic
Byway.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 6
No. Grilles on Sites: 7
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading available in Chuiqito Creek.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Vermilion
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 4/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 16.9 miles to Hot Springs sign
at an intersection. Turn left, staying on Forest Rt. 80, and go
5.9 miles to another intersection. Turn left, crossing bridge,
and go 0.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left onto dirt road
and go 1.7 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,700 ft.
The campground stretches along the northwest shore of Edison Lake
through a stand of mature Ponderosa pine. Picnic tables and
grilles tend to be a little distance from the parking aprons.
Most camp sites overlook the lake. Campfire programs are
presented throughout summer; check fee board for information.
The nearby Vermilion Valley Resort offers limited camping
supplies and groceries, laundromat, boat rentals, cook's night
out, and a ferry across the lake to Ansel Adams Wilderness.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
There is a bear-proof food container at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 26
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $264 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 31
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
Comments:
Hot showers are available at Vermilion Valley Resort - $5 fee
w/towel.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Edison Lake is about 1,000 acres. It has a sandy shoreline and power
boats are limited to 15mph.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ward Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: High Sierra
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lakeshore
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to
Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass
Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 16.9 miles to Ward
Lake/Florence Lake sign and intersection. Continue straight onto
Florence Lake Trail and go 3.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: All but first 5.9 miles of access route is on a roughly
paved, single-lane road with numerous blind curves - a "white
knuckle" experience.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,300 ft.
The campground, located in a corridor in the John Muir
Wilderness, has two sections, one on east end of Ward Lake and
the other on west end of Ward Lake. Camp sites also stretch
along Florence Lake Trail between the two sections. A rustic
campground, camp sites are tucked in among conifers such as
Ponderosa and Lodgepole pines. Some sites are across from lake
nestled in boulders. There are lakeside sites that have
wonderful views of the natural, warm Ward Lake and towering
cliffs. This is a bargain campground and well worth the visit.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Bear-proof food containers are located at each camp site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 26 through September 24 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day - single
$44 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Ward Lake is 5 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wishon Point
VISIT DATE: 07/15/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/18/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Bass Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakhurst
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakhurst, CA, at intersection of Victoria La (State Rt. 41)
and Road 426, take Road 426 south and go 6.3 miles to Bass Lake
sign. Turn left after sign, staying on Road 426, and go 0.9
miles to an intersection and stop sign. Turn left onto Road 222
and go 1.2 miles to the Campground Registration Office on the
left. (All campers, including those with reservations, must FIRST
go to Registration Office to pay fee and obtain site selection.)
After processing at Registration Office, exit back onto Road 222
(back the way you came) and go 4.7 miles to campground sign. Turn
right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,400 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Bass Lake Recreation Area and
across the road from Bass Lake, is located in a thick growth of
Manzanita and oak with some pines and cedar. The dense
understory provides good privacy. The camp sites, some with a
view of the lake, are rustic with a well used appearance. Each
site has a pedestal grille and stone fire ring.
Resorts scattered along the Bass Lake shoreline offer a variety
of services including gas, tackle, bait, boat rentals, limited
groceries, and a cook's night out. A variety of
interpretive/campfire programs are offered during summer weekends
- check campground fee board for schedule.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 26 through September 10
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 40
Total Sites: 47
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 47
No. Grilles on Sites: 47
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 17
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and lumpy (RVr dug holes for wheels
to balance). The interior road is narrow, curvy and lined with
curb stones making access to parking aprons a challenge. The
waste station is 3.6 miles west of campground on Road 222 and
must be approached from the east; check it out before dumping.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Bass Lake is 1,160 acres. Areas suitable for swimming at
designated spots along shoreline - no life guards. Boat ramp is
located 0.1 miles east of campground - $3 fee for parking.
All motorized water craft must register at Sheriff's Tower on
lake and pay fee. Because of quantity of power boats and narrow
0.5-mile width of lake, sailing could be a challenge. Suggest
Huntington Lake and campgrounds there for sailing.
HIKING
No trail begins at this campground but the Recreation Area has
the following:
Willow Creek #22E03 (foot) - 2.7 miles
Goat Mountain #22E94 (foot) - 2.6 miles
Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (foot) - 1 mile
Spring Cove Trail #22E18 (foot) - 2.6 miles
FISHING
Smallmouth bass, Brown and Rainbow trout, Blue Gill, catfish, and
Channel catfish
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