Pine Flat Campground
Current operational status is uncertain. The campground was closed by the US Army Corps of Engineers in 2012 due to safety and maintenance issues. While federal databases show it as open, it does not appear on Recreation.gov for reservations. Contact the Pine Flat Lake office at (559) 787-2589 for confirmation.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 8 at 7:47PM PDT until August 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...The Heat Advisory has been replaced with an Extreme Heat Warning. High temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees and multiple days of Major Heat Risk. Hottest temperatures expected on Sunday. * WHERE...San Joaquin Valley and adjacent foothills, Lake Isabella, and the Kern River Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and limited overnight relief may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Heat Advisory has been replaced with an Extreme Heat Warning. Afternoon high temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees will occur daily through this weekend into Monday. Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid 60s to mid 70s with little overnight relief.
About
Pine Flat Campground sits on the shores of Pine Flat Lake, a 20-mile-long reservoir in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, about 35 miles east of Fresno. The lake was formed in 1954 with the completion of Pine Flat Dam and is managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District. The campground provides both electric and non-electric campsites along with a dump station for RV users. The location serves as a gateway to the Sierra and Sequoia National Forests, offering year-round camping, fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities. Anglers target smallmouth and largemouth bass, spotted bass, and rainbow trout. The Kings River Canyon provides a scenic backdrop for water activities including waterskiing and jet skiing. Note: This campground was closed in 2012 due to safety and maintenance issues. Current operational status is unclear as it does not appear on Recreation.gov for reservations. Contact the Pine Flat Lake office at (559) 787-2589 for current information.
Directions
From Fresno, travel east on Highway 180/Kings Canyon Highway to Academy Avenue. Turn left onto Academy Avenue, then turn right on Belmont Avenue. Continue approximately 26 miles past the town of Piedra. Pine Flat Lake is approximately 35 miles east of Fresno.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 787-2589 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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