Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use Near Raymond, CA

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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.

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

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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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Jasmine q

July 19, 2026

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

Location & Directions for Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use

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

Elevation: 167 ft

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Getting There

50 mi 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 mi to the park entrance. Follow the signs into the campground.

Nearest town

Raymond, CA - 21 mi

About 31 min to downtown

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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