Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area
Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day-Use Area are conveniently situated on Lake Mendocino, in California's Northern Coast Range where redwood forests meet wine country. The lake is formed by the Coyote Dam on the East Fork of the Russian River and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming, picnicking, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, and horseback riding.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 65 |
| RV with electric | 28 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
| Host/management | 8 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
94 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | KYEN | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 002 | KYEN | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 003 | KYEN | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 004 | KYEN | RV electric | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 005 | KYEN | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 006 | KYEN | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 007 | KYEN | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 008 | KYEN | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 009 | KYEN | RV electric | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 15/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 010 | KYEN | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 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 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 009, 092, 095, OAK GROVE DAY-USE GROUP PICNIC SHELTER are listed accessible |
Kyen Campground offers 93 family sites within walking distance of the lake. The Oak Grove Day-Use Area has two group picnic shelters, one of which is reservable. Several family picnic sites with tables and grills are available on a first come, first served basis. Additional group picnic shelters and family sites are available in the nearby Pomo Recreation Area. Amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From the South (San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Ukiah): Follow Highway 101 North towards Ukiah. Approximately 5 miles north of Ukiah, take Highway 20 East. Continue on Highway 20 East for approximately 2 miles. Turn right onto Marina Dr.
| Nearest town | Ukiah, California |
| Coordinates | 39.2367° N, 123.1778° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHoward Forest Frp Rx
11 mi from the campground · 13 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 ↗ | 0.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Clearlake Outdoors ↗ | 21.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Repair Connection ↗ | 57.9 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Mendocino National Forest begins about 9.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 9.2 miMendocino National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,073,580 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.
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Natural features
Lake Mendocino lies in the scenic rolling hills of Coyote Valley. Groves of oak mixed with manzanita and pines forest the area, offering limited shade and an excellent bird and wildlife habitat.
Recreation
The 1,822-acre lake provides abundant boating, swimming and water skiing opportunities. Anglers will find sunfish, smallmouth bass, striped bass, crappie, white and channel catfish, bluegill and perch. Several miles of trails wind around Lake Mendocino, including the 3-mile Shakota Trail, which begins in the Pomo Recreation Area just west of the campground and offers beautiful views of the lake.
Nearby
The charming city of Ukiah, less than 15 minutes away, offers a variety of shopping and dining opportunities, museums and golf courses. The Ukiah Farmer's Market runs Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings throughout the summer, offering fresh produce, local wines, arts and crafts and live music.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Sites at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area have?
102 sites, including 65 standard sites without power, 28 RV sites with electric, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
The longest site here provides 35 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
Does Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Sites 009, 092, 095, and OAK GROVE DAY-USE GROUP PICNIC SHELTER are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
The 1,822-acre lake provides abundant boating, swimming and water skiing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?
Ukiah, California. The charming city of Ukiah, less than 15 minutes away, offers a variety of shopping and dining opportunities, museums and golf courses.
Source: Getting there