Millerton Lake was created in 1944 by Friant Dam, which was completed in 1942.
Millerton Lake Sra, California - Camping & Campgrounds With almost 400 campgrounds and RV Parks across California, ReserveAmerica.com can help you discover the Pacific coast, towering redwoods, or the stunning landscapes of the Golden State. Surround yourself with nature. Camping Fees: Standard Site: $30 ($35 on holiday weekends) Hook-ups: $40 ($50 on holiday weekends) Small Group: $150 Large Group: $200 Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Millerton Lake SRA Campground Reservations or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM Make your reservations by calling (559) 822-2332. Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Campsites 117-143 have electric hookups, and sites 91-143 have shade shelters. 51 reviews of Millerton Lake State Recreation Area "We had a peaceful visit. For details, please visit CDPH’s guidance Visitors should also abide by their local county health orders.
Book today and save 10% on your nightly rate with code SPRING10 Save 10% with code SPRING10 1-877-723-7232 We had a wonderful experience at Millerton Lake with its beautiful vistas and very friendly camp host and would highly recommend it, except if you're looking for a peaceful place on the weekend!
Many of the campsites have great views of the lake. Value: Great. Two boat-in campgrounds are found at Millerton Lake: Temperance Flat and North Finegold. Bald Eagle Tours at Millerton Lake run every Saturday and Sunday in January and February. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules. In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, purchase firewood locally. All campsites also have a paved parking spur, table, food storage cabinet, fire ring and grill. Register for the campsites at the south shore park entrance.
The map displayed above is for illustrative purposes only. Millerton Lake SRA in the top 45 Greatest Lakes on www.californiasgreatestlakes.com. This review covers the Meadows camping area of Millerton Lake SRA. Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate. Millerton Lake Area Attractions and Activities.
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Full hook ups, W/P/S are in the RV Loop, sites 120-144; sites 117, 118 and 119 have W&P, no sewer, but there is a dump station that you pass on the road to Meadows. Explore forty-seven miles of shoreline. Driving times may vary based on conditions. The Meadows area has the RV/hook up sites. This is a terrific value for the area at $30/night for full hook-ups. Its main purposes are reclamation, flood control, irrigation, and recreation. During winter, the park has special boat tours to view the bald eagles.
UPDATE (June 23, 2020) - As California State Parks begins working with locals on a phased and regionally-driven approach to increase access to state park units where compliance with state and local public health ordinances can be achieved, it is important for visitors to continue to practice physical distancing and avoid congregating with people outside their immediate household. Millerton Lake has been a popular fishing, boating, and camping destination since Friant Dam was built in 1944. Millerton Lake State Recreation Area is home to one of California’s greatest lakes; it is a local favorite for water recreation and RV camping. Everyone has the responsibility to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.The state now requires you to wear a face covering in most indoor settings and public outdoor spaces when you cannot maintain physical distancing of six feet or more from people outside of your immediate household. Millerton Lake is located in the southern portion of California's Central Valley in Fresno and Madera counties. Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. The lake lies in the upper San Joaquin River Watershed. For those camped at one of the North Shore Campgrounds, great fishing and boating are nearby.. Be careful driving off-road because tires can get stuck in the sandy parts.… The hills surrounding the lake provide good hiking opportunities. Campsites have vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings.