Lower Billy Creek
Lower Billy Creek Campground is located on Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. The adjacent Billy Creek Guard Station Museum provides historical overviews of Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service. Every site at Lower Billy Creek offers scenic lake views. The location of this camp makes it possible to discover all the activities and attractions at Huntington Lake, and it's an excellent base for further exploration of the Kaiser Wilderness.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Back-in | 20 | Partial | Lakefront | 12 / 4 | Yes | Prime |
| 003 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Back-in | 38 | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 30 | Partial | Lakefront | 12 / 4 | Yes | Prime |
| 008 | Back-in | 25 | Partial | 10 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 009 | Back-in | 30 | Partial | 10 / 4 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Back-in | 25 | Partial | 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 | 38 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground has paved parking spurs, but it can be difficult to maneuver RVs due to tight spaces and the close proximity of the trees. Each site has a picnic table, food storage locker and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Clovis, take Highway 168 north 70 miles to Huntington Lake Campground office at Eastwood. Check-in at office prior to setting up camp.
| Nearest town | Lakeshore, California |
| Coordinates | 37.2379° N, 119.2289° 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
31 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 ↗ | 9.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Captain Jack's Tackle ↗ | 10.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Lower Billy Creek Campground | Sierra National Forest | Huntington Lake | Site by Site Exp
Worth a stop
The 84-mile Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (Highway 168) makes a great day trip from the Huntington Lake area.
- 0.2 miBilly Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.4 miBilly Creek Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 2.9 miBear Cove Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 3.2 miHuntington Boat Ramp & Launching Site ↗Boat launch
- 4.6 miPotter Pass Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miHuntington Shore ↗3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miWillow Hill1.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.4 miBilly Creek0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miCoarsegrass Meadow4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miDowville0.8 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.9 miGrouse Creek ↗13.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.2 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 Sierra National Forest.
- inSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
- 0.4 miKaiser Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 21,986 acres
- 7.6 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 · 12.5 mi
Natural features
This small campground is nestled among fir and pine trees within the Sierra National Forest on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada. The forest is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.
Recreation
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. Huntington Lake offers swimming, sailing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, 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 area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lower Billy Creek?
Sites at Lower Billy Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lower Billy Creek?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Lower Billy Creek?
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
How many sites does Lower Billy Creek have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lower Billy Creek?
The longest site here provides 38 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 pets allowed at Lower Billy Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Billy Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Lower Billy Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE 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 Lower Billy Creek?
Many hiking trails are in the area, including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools and Black Point. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lower Billy Creek?
Lakeshore, California. The 84-mile Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (Highway 168) makes a great day trip from the Huntington Lake area.
Source: Getting there
What if Lower Billy Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Billy Creek, Lower Campground (0.1 mi), Upper Billy Creek CG (0.1 mi), and Billy Creek, Upper Campground (0.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby