Overview

Natural Features:

Lake Davis covers 4,000 acres and was created in 1967 for recreational opportunities, as well as to rejuvenate fish populations in nearby rivers and supply water to the town of Portola. The lake offers 32 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by tall pine trees. The campground is on the eastern shore and just a few campsites have lake views.

The trees provide ample shade for the campground, however privacy is limited by a lack of understory. The campground is situated at an elevation of 5,800 feet.

Smith Peak State Game Refuge borders the lake to the east and south, creating prime habitat for a variety of wildlife and birds.

Recreation:

In addition to camping, the area offers a wide variety of popular water-related activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. Numerous fishing access points are located around the perimeter of the lake and anglers will find rainbow and brown trout, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is available a half-mile north of the campground.

Mountain biking, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are also available in the area. During winter months, visitors enjoy ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Facilities:

The campground offers dozens of single-family sites, two of which are accessible, for tent and RV camping. A large portion of the campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Utility hookups are not provided.

Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill, and can accommodate up to two vehicles. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Coin-operated showers and a pay phone are available half a mile away at Grasshopper Flat Campground.

Nearby Attractions:

The closest town is Portola, California, which is about 9 miles from the campground. It is home to one of the largest railroad museums in the western United States.