Catavee
Catavee Campground is located on Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. This campground offers convenient access to all the activities and events available around Huntington Lake, including the annual sailboat regatta. The campground is forested and provides good privacy at several of the sites. A few sites overlook Bear Creek, while others offer lake views.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 24 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 22 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 4 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
This campground has paved roads and paved parking spurs that can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet. Each site has a picnic table, grill, food storage locker, and fire ring. Drinking water and flush toilets and accessible flush toilets are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Sierra National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | $30.00 per night, single site $56.00 per night, double site $7.00 per night, per additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site. |
| Rules | Maximum stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 30 foot Maximum group size = 6 per site Reservations can be made up to 1 day before arrival. There is a two night minimum stay on weekends and a three night minimum stay on holidays. Before you proceed to the campground, check in at Eastwood CLM office (east of Huntington Lake). |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Clovis, California, take Highway 168 north for 70 miles to Huntington Lake Campground Office at Eastwood.
| Nearest town | Lakeshore, California |
| Coordinates | 37.2528° N, 119.1788° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
32 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
36 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
37 mi from the campground
- WildfireLand
42 mi from the campground · 20 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Captain Jack's Tackle ↗ | 12.8 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
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2015 0529 Huntington Lake Catavee Camping
Worth a stop
The Billy Creek Guard Station Museum is roughly 10 minutes from the campground. It provides historical overviews on Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service.
- 0.2 miBear Cove Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 0.3 miHuntington Boat Ramp & Launching Site ↗Boat launch
- 1.7 miPotter Pass Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.9 miPotter Cutoff Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.7 miBilly Creek Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miHuntington Shore ↗3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miPotter Creek3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miHuntintgon ↗8.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1 miKaiser Pass ↗16 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1 miRancheria0.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.3 miChina Peak1.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.7 miPotter Pass Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
- 1.9 miPotter Cutoff Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
- 2.8 miBilly Creek Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Kaiser Wilderness, which overlaps Sierra National Forest.
- inKaiser Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 21,986 acres
- inSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
- 5.7 miDinkey Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 30,863 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Dinkey Creek BridgeStructure · Dinkey Creek · 12.9 mi
Natural features
The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. Some sites have a view of Huntington Lake. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.
Recreation
There are many hiking trails 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. Huntington Lake offers many activities, including swimming, sailing, boating, non-motorized boating, fishing and water skiing. Additionally, California Land Management sponsors a variety of interpretive programs and nature walks throughout the summer at several locations in the Huntington Lake area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Catavee?
Sites at Catavee are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Catavee?
$30.00 per night, single site $56.00 per night, double site $7.00 per night, per additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Catavee?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Catavee?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Catavee open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Catavee have?
24 sites, including 24 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Catavee?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Catavee?
Drinking water and flush toilets and accessible flush toilets are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Catavee?
Yes, pets are allowed at Catavee. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Catavee?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Maximum stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 30 foot Maximum group size = 6 per site Reservations can be made up to 1 day before arrival.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Catavee?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Catavee?
There are many hiking trails in the area, including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools and Black Point. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation