Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Part of Eastman Lake
Overview
Codorniz Campground on H.V. 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.
Facilities
A mix of electric and non-electric campsites are available. Fish cleaning stations are near each boat ramp, and showers are on hand as well. Horse camping corrals are available.
Natural Features
The rolling hills around Eastman Lake are surrounded by tall grasses and scattered oak trees, giving way to stunning mountain views.The lake features 1,780 surface acres, fed by the cool waters of the Chowchilla River.
Recreation
Eastman Lake is the first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Both young and old anglers will find fishing on Eastman lake a satisfying challenge. At the campground, visitors can try their hand at disc golf or challenge a group of friends to a game of volleyball. Horseshoe pits are also available for a little friendly competition.Nearby Attractions
The Sierra National Forest is a short drive to the east of the campground.Important Notices
- General store and fuel services are 20 miles away
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Please remember to wear a life jacket when you are in and on the water.
Available Activities
- SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
- DAY USE AREA - Amphitheater
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS - Evening Programs
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Canoeing
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
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.
Contact Information
Phone: 559-689-3255
P.O. BOX 67RAYMOND, CA 93653-0067
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 12, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 61, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 50, Loop CODO, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 26, Loop CODO, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 34, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 64, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GAS, Loop SOUT, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 52, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site 48, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 46, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 11, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 58, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 47, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 13, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 33, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 39, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 29, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 49, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 04, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 43, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 30, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 07, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 54, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site NGA, Loop NORT, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
- Site 45, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site 37, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 21, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 41, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 44, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 17, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 27, Loop CODO, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 55, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site 25, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 35, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 19, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 28, Loop CODO, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 36, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 63, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 62, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 31, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 32, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 59, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site NGB, Loop NORB, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 42, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 60, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 40, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 65, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop CODO, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 56, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site 51, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
- Site 53, Loop CODO, Type Rv Electric
- Site 38, Loop CODO, Type Standard Electric
