Observation Point Picnic Shelter
This is a day-use picnic shelter only, not a campground. Opens at 8:00 AM and closes at dusk daily. Overnight camping is not permitted. Reservations available through Recreation.gov for group use of the shelter.
About
Observation Point Picnic Shelter is a day-use only facility located at the Park Headquarters of New Hogan Lake in Calaveras County, California. This is not a campground and does not offer overnight camping. The shelter opens at 8:00 AM and closes at dusk each day. The covered shelter can accommodate approximately 75 people and features fixed picnic tables on a concrete foundation with space for additional tables. A large freestanding barbecue grill and electrical outlet are provided. Trash and recycling receptacles are available on site. Adjacent to the shelter, visitors will find flush restroom facilities, drinking fountains, horseshoe pits, a playground, and asphalt parking. The location offers panoramic views of New Hogan Lake and the dam. New Hogan Lake is a 4,400-acre reservoir in the Sierra Nevada foothills offering fishing for striped bass, black bass, catfish, bluegill, and crappie. Special event permits are available through the Park Headquarters office.
Directions
From Stockton, take State Highway 26 east for 30 miles. Turn right on Hogan Dam Road and continue for 3 miles, then follow signs to Park Headquarters. The Observation Point Picnic Shelter is located at the Park Headquarters parking lot.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 772-1343 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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