Island Park

We've made this campground a regular destination. The last two camping trips were perfect, weather and all.

We were very happy with our stay, the view of the lake was stellar, the weather was perfect, the park ranger was so kind and friendly. The only thing is the spaces are very unlevel and require a lot of blocks to level the RV. We used everything we had and were fine, had we not brought so many blocks we would be taking a trip to Fresno to buy some more. The bathrooms and showers leave alot to be desired, cool water in shower with low water flow, cleanliness is not the best, and some are closed. This campground needs alot of upkeep and then it would be a well sought after place to camp.

Great place to camp as a first timer. Definitely recommend booking the spots right on the lake for a better view. The spot I got was not so much leveled but did not have any inconvenience in parking my pop up trailer. Did not use the restrooms so can’t comment on it. The only thing I kind of noticed was odd is that we saw a couple of campers moving from their spots as soon as other families arrived. We never got checked in by no one, did not have to show our reservations receipts so I assumed these people didn’t make any and were just using the spots that were available, and then had to move once the ones who paid for the spot arrived.
Other than that, we liked the campground. Easy to get there as well.

Pine Flat Lake is a beautiful campground with a handful of electric sites for 24 feet or larger RVs. There are many non-electric sites closer to the lake in the campground for large RVs and at overflow area. Getting in and out of the campground may be challenging for large RVs due to a steep winding road prior to the campground and the small sharp left turn ramp exiting . The vehicle parking spot for campsite #41 is more suited for a 20-foot length RV or less, and probably best for tent camping. The actual campsite is down the hill next to the entrance, so not idea for privacy or quietness. The vehicle parking spot for #41 is slightly unlevel, so you may need leveling blocks for an RV. The restrooms near #41 are closed during the off season. Plus, it was crowded when I visited in early November, when the campground is normally quiet during the off season. As such, the breaking of USACE camping guidelines was compounded.

It was nice and quiet end of September (off season). #49 was shaded most of the day. However, there was a significant slant down hill on the left side of the driveway (facing the lifejacket hangers). Leveling blocks would be needed. And the #47/48 double site was very close.

This is a beautiful location. It was extremely clean and quiet. The water pressure in the shower was 0. It barely dribbled out of the shower head and it was cold. The price was right and the space was very open.

This is the weirdest campground we have ever experienced. Many sites were hard to access, were located in odd places, and dirty. Our site, #9, was located in a parking lot. No host on site, though a ranger did come by near dark to verify we were legit.

Gets hot here but the site was breezy, had shade, beautiful view of the lake and we just loved it. Will be back.

First day ruined the whole stay. Previous camper overstayed and we had no place to set up the tent. We were so tired from the travel and just wanted to get our tent up and cook our food. We did not start setting up till they arrived and left at 830pm. We were already exhausted, hungry, dehydrated, and experienced heat exhaustion. We had headaches for 2 days. Not even the rangers could get a hold of the previous campers.

It is very hot in July. But the beauty of Pine Flat Lake made the visit worth while.