Deer Creek sits on Huntington Lake's shore, divided between a heavily forested lakeside loop and sunnier sites closer to the Lakeshore resort community. All sites face the lake, some with boat mooring access, making this a solid pick for groups wanting both forest cover and water access.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Group
- 💵Fee per Night
- $47
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 📍GPS
- 37.25245, -119.17710
- 🌤️Best Seasons
- summer, fall
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
- 📞Phone
- 559-893-2111
- 🗺️Address
- CA
Amenities
The Camp
Two distinct loops give groups options depending on what they're after. The forested loop tucks sites under dense fir and pine right along Huntington Lake's shore, with some spots offering direct boat mooring. The second loop trades heavy tree cover for open, sunny sites with closer access to the Lakeshore resort community. Every site gets lake views and comes with paved parking, picnic table, fire ring, and grill.
The campground sits at a sweet spot for lake activities — swimming, sailing, boating, water skiing, and fishing all happen right out front. Time your visit during the annual sailboat regatta for front-row seats to the action.
What to Know
At $47 per night, reservations are required and can be made up to 12 months ahead for group sites. With flush toilets, drinking water, and even a pay phone on site, this isn't a rough-it situation.
The Billy Creek Guard Station Museum sits adjacent to camp, offering historical context on Huntington Lake, local Native American heritage, and Forest Service operations.
Nearby
Trail access is excellent. Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools, and Black Point all start nearby, while the 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail connects to the broader Kaiser Wilderness trail network — good for both hikers and horseback riders. The wilderness area delivers alpine and meadow scenery for groups ready to explore beyond the lake.
California Land Management runs interpretive programs and nature walks throughout summer at various Huntington Lake locations, adding structured options to the usual camp-and-explore routine.