Catavee
Sierra National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: LAKESHORE, CA, CA
Price: From $47 per night
Price range: $47–$87 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Season: May through October
Campground closed until further notice due to hazard trees . 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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/catavee to be notified when sites open up.
Catavee Campground is located on Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness and offers convenient access to hiking trails including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools, and Black Point. Several sites provide lake views or overlook Bear Creek in a forested setting.
Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Pacific Martens, Long-tailed Weasels, and Long-eared Owls are present in the area. Mountain Garter Snakes and Common Sagebrush Lizards also inhabit the region.
Insider tips for Catavee: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Some sites overlook Bear Creek while others offer lake views; request your preferred location when booking Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available
Skip Catavee if: You need RV hookups - none are available at most sites. You plan to camp outside the May through October season. You require full amenities beyond fire rings, picnic tables, flush toilets, and drinking water.
Best time to visit Catavee: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Kinnikinnick (LAKESHORE, CA), College (LAKESHORE, CA), Rancheria (Shaver Lake, CA), Upper Billy Creek Cg (LAKESHORE, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Catavee
Cell signal at Catavee (LAKESHORE, CA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Campground closed until further notice due to hazard trees . 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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Some sites overlook Bear Creek while others offer lake views; request your preferred location when booking
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Clovis, California, take Highway 168 north for 70 miles to Huntington Lake Campground Office at Eastwood.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sierra National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sierra National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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