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College Campground
Shaded by dense fir and pine trees, College Campground is located on Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. The camp features tent-only sites in open, meadow-like spaces or wooded sites among pine and fir trees. Some sites have lake views and each site has a table, fire ring, and grill. Marina and boat launch is nearby or visitors can have the option of mooring their boats nearby some of the sites. College Campground's proximity to the Kaiser Wilderness offers the chance to explore a wide network of hiking trails. This wilderness area is known for its scenic alpine and meadow views.
Located nearby is the Billy Creek Guard Station museum, providing historical overviews on Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service. California Land Management sponsors a variety of interpretive programs throughout the summer at several locations in the Huntington Lake area. Scheduled programs are posted at campgrounds throughout the Huntington Lake basin, and at the Eastwood Visitor Center. Visit the Eastwood visitor center for area information.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | $30.00 per night, per single site $56.00 per night, per double site $7 per night, per additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site. |
| Open Season: | June - September |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Maximum length of stay=14 days Maximum vehicle length=30' Maximum group size=6 per site Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance. 2 night minimum on weekends. 3 night minimum on holidays. Reservations are non-site specific. |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Vault & Flush |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire- - California Land Management |
| Information Center: | Recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777 for reservations California Land Management for campground information. Dates of Operation: Open Memorial Day weekend through September (tentatively). Closest Ranger Station High Sierra Ranger District 29688 Auberry Rd P.O. Box 559 Prather, CA 93651 (559) 855-5355 Hearing Impaired California Relay Service 711 Open: Monday-Friday Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm For more information click here. |
General Information
Directions:Take Hwy 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue thru Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. Continue around Huntington Lake for 1/2 of a mile to College Campground.
Accessibility:
No
General Notes:
No showers or RV hookups.
At Huntington Lake, services available at California Land Management Camp Store, Lakeshore Resort and Rancheria Enterprises. Cell service limited to Huntington Lake Area.
This is Bear Country. Please store food properly and don’t feed the bears. Bring mosquito repellant.
Activities
Campground Camping
Day Hiking
There are many hiking trails are in the area, including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools and Black Point. Hikers and horseback riders can access the 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail, which connects to a network of trails within the Kaiser Wilderness.
Picnicking
Boating - Non-Motorized
Huntington Lake is a popular destination for sailing.
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Max Vehicle length=30' |
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| Tent camping: | Total sites=11 |
| Toilets: | Vault & flush |
| Drinking water: | Yes, Piped |
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