California / Mendocino County / Calpella

Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area

Open — Open seasonally from spring through fall, typically closing in late October and reopening in April. Gate hours are 8 AM to 10 PM daily. Limited to 14 days in a 30-day period. Some campsites and day-use areas may be subject to closure based on fluctuating lake levels.

About

Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day-Use Area are located on the north shore of Lake Mendocino, formed by the Coyote Dam on the East Fork of the Russian River. The campground features 93 family sites divided by Marina Drive into lakeside sites on the south side and hillside sites on the north side. Situated in the scenic rolling hills of Coyote Valley, groves of oak mixed with manzanita and pines offer limited shade and excellent bird and wildlife habitat. The 1,822-acre lake provides abundant opportunities for boating, swimming, water skiing, and fishing for sunfish, smallmouth bass, striped bass, crappie, white and channel catfish, bluegill, and perch. Several miles of trails wind around the lake, including the 3-mile Shakota Trail beginning in the nearby Pomo Recreation Area. The Oak Grove Day-Use Area features two group picnic shelters (one reservable) and several first-come, first-served family picnic sites. The charming city of Ukiah is less than 15 minutes away, offering shopping, dining, museums, and the Ukiah Farmer's Market with fresh produce, local wines, arts and crafts.

Directions

From Highway 101 North (5 miles north of Ukiah), take Highway 20 East for approximately 2 miles. Turn right onto Marina Drive and continue past the North Boat Ramp and Oak Grove Day-Use Area to the campground entrance station on the right.

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