About Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is located at the beautiful Eastman Lake, surrounded by rugged oak-covered hills. Visitors take advantage of this scenic setting for fishing, boating and hiking. Abundant wildlife in the area includes bobcats, Golden eagles, hawks, Wood ducks and Bald eagles.
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Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
365 Days
Campground Amenities
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Picnic Table
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
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- Parking
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Location Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use
Address:
Po Box 67
Raymond, CA, 93653-0067
United States
50 miles north of Fresno, CA. Take Highway 99 north to Ave 17 east, follow to Road 26 north to Avenue 26 east to Road 29 north. Turn left on Road 29 and travel 8 miles to the park entrance. Follow the signs into the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.225 / -119.983
Elevation: 167 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Park is open year-round
- The Chowchilla picnic shelter is a day use facility and can be reserved for 1 day at a time for $30. No camping.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers