Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use

Po Box 67, Raymond, California, United States

Day Use Group Area
Chowchilla Group Day Use Site
Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Reviews (1)

What Guests Are Saying

The Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use received negative feedback, with visitors describing it as unpleasant and not suitable for swimming. Some expressed strong dissatisfaction, stating they would not return. Overall, the experience was marked by a lack of cleanliness and enjoyment.

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July 19, 2026

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Nasty, stunk, not swim friendly. Just gross . First time going and won’t ever return!

Location Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use

Address:
Po Box 67
Raymond, CA, 93653-0067
United States

Elevation: 167 feet

Distance to downtown

21 mi drive to downtown Raymond (about 31 min)

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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: August 23, 2026

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