Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Eastman Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: RAYMOND, CA, CA
Price: From $20 per night
Price range: $20–$100 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (343 reviews)
Season: May through October
Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like fishing, canoeing, birding and hiking. Tucked in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the area attracts abundant wildlife like bobcats, golden eagles, mountain lions, hawks and wood ducks. Information about the lake’s water level can be found under Additional Information.A mix of electric and non-electric campsites are available.
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, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Codorniz Campground on H.V. Eastman Lake offers excellent fishing at California's first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, plus abundant recreation like boating, hiking, and birding in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Campers consistently praise the peaceful atmosphere and helpful staff.
Wildlife alert: California Ground Squirrel, Western Red-tailed Hawk, Loggerhead Shrike, Killdeer, and Savannah Sparrow verified in the area
Insider tips for Codorniz Recreation Area Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring a self-contained RV; most sites have no hookups despite electric hookups being listed as available Plan water pressure issues; campers report low water pressure at times
Skip Codorniz Recreation Area Campground if: You need RV hookups — sites are not fully equipped. You dislike hot summers — reviewers note extreme heat during summer months. You want privacy — park rangers conduct frequent site checks.
Best time to visit Codorniz Recreation Area Campground: May-October — Campground operates May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Wildcat Recreation Area Campground (Raymond, CA), Wildcat Equestrian Area (Raymond, CA), Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use (RAYMOND, CA), Hidden View (RAYMOND, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Cell signal at Codorniz Recreation Area Campground (RAYMOND, 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.
Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like fishing, canoeing, birding and hiking. Tucked in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the area attracts abundant wildlife like bobcats, golden eagles, mountain lions, hawks and wood ducks. Information about the lake’s water level can be found under Additional Information.A mix of electric and non-electric campsites are available.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring a self-contained RV; most sites have no hookups despite electric hookups being listed as available
Plan water pressure issues; campers report low water pressure at times
Campground operates May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
Eastman Lake is 30 miles northeast of Madera, 25 miles east of Chowchilla, and 50 miles north of Fresno. From Highway 99, travel east on Avenue 26 then north on Rd 29. Follow signs into the campground.
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 — Eastman Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Eastman Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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