Billy Creek Campgrounds
Huntington Lake

Huntington Lake, California
Huntington Lake, California

Billy Creek Campgrounds
Huntington Lake

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Billy Creek Campgrounds

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Two campgrounds rest along Billy Creek at the northwestern end of Huntington Lake in the Sierra National Forest. Recently upgraded, Lower Billy Creek Campground is on the lakeshore in a forest of pine and fir trees. Every campsite has a lake view.

Upper Billy Creek Campground is just across the road in a forest of pine, fir, and cedar trees. Some sites at the upper campground have lake views, others overlook Billy Creek. Visitors to the area enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, and relaxing in the fresh mountain air.

Lower Billy Creek Campground has 12 sites, all of which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Upper Billy Creek Campground has 43 campsites. Twelve of them are designated for tents only; the rest can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. In the summer, interpretive programs are offered at the Upper Billy Creek amphitheater.

Before entering a campsite, campers are asked to check in at the Eastwood CLM office located at the east end of Huntington Lake.

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Billy Creek Campground Basics
Billy Creek Campgrounds Location: 3.2 miles down the north shore of Huntington Lake
Elevation: 7,000 feet
Mileage from gateway cities: Fresno - 69 miles
Camping Season: Late May through September, weather permitting
Number of Sites: 55
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children
Vehicles per Site: 2, $10 per night fee for untowed 2nd vehicle
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by: California Land Management for the Sierra National Forest
High Sierra Ranger District: (559) 855-5355

Reservations at Billy Creek Campgrounds
Reservations Recommended: Reservations are available for camping dates whenever the campground is open.
Booking Window: Reservations can be made from 1 day up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum Vehicle Length: 30 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: Upper - #3-6, 11, 15, 17-19, 21-24, 26, 28
Favorite Campsites: Upper - #25, 39, 40
Fees: $43 single site per night
Premium single waterfront sites $48
($2 more on holiday weekends, $4 for double sites)
Reservations: Lower Billy Creek Campground Reservations
Reservations: Upper Billy Creek Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, Noon

Billy Creek Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic tables, grills, campfire rings; no hook-ups
Campground: Flush (upper) and vault toilets, piped water, museum (lower), amphitheater (lower)
Showers: No
Dump Station: No
Attractions near Billy Creek Campgrounds: Huntington Lake is popular for boating, waterskiing, sailing, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and more. Enjoy hiking trails into the Kaiser Wilderness. At the west end of lake visit Billy Creek Guard Station Museum which provides historical overviews of Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service. Lakeshore Resort offers lodging, restaurant, saloon, store, marina, and boat rentals. Local hiking trails include Rancheria Falls (1 mile), Indian Pools (1 mile) and Black Point (.7 miles).
Go on trail rides with D & F Pack Station.

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Upper Billy Creek Campground map, Sierra National Forest, CA


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Lower Billy Creek Campground

High Sierra Lakes Attractions

Southern California Edison Company operates a series of lakes in Madera County which provide excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation. Among the lakes are Lake Thomas A. Edison, Florence Lake, Huntington Lake, and Shaver Lake. Campers at Billy Creek Campgrounds at Huntington Lake are close to rewarding fishing, scenic boating, and interesting hiking.


Key Billy Creek Campground Regulations

  1. While in the campground dogs must be on leash and always attended.
  2. Quiet time is from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  3. To avoid bringing in invasive pests, outside firewood is not permitted. Obtain firewood locally.
  4. Keep food and other scented items in bear-proof lockers or canisters.

    Check Sierra National Forest - Lower Billy Creek Campground for any campground updates.
    Check Sierra National Forest - Upper Billy Creek Campground for any campground updates.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate


map of campground locations at Huntington Lake (including Billy Creek Campgrounds), Sierra National Forest, CA