Recreation Point Group Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates seasonally, roughly Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov up to 12 months in advance for group sites.

About

Recreation Point Group Campground occupies a scenic cove on the northern end of Bass Lake in Sierra National Forest at 3,400 feet elevation. The facility consists of two separate loops: one with four tent-only overnight group campsites (Knoll, Lagoon, Scout, and Acorn) and another with three group picnic areas (Cove, Oak Point, and South Park). Group sizes range from 30-50 people for campsites and 50-100 people for picnic sites. Each campsite features multiple picnic tables, large pedestal grills, and water faucets. The campground provides flush toilets and is entirely tent-only with no RVs or trailers permitted. Recreation Point offers a designated swim area and direct access to Bass Lake's excellent fishing for bass, trout, bluegill, and catfish. The lake supports all types of motorized and non-motorized boating including water skiing, kayaking, and sailing. Nearby attractions include multiple hiking trails such as Willow Creek, Goat Mountain, and the Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail. Yosemite National Park is less than an hour away. The facility is managed by Vista Recreation under contract with the USFS and requires check-in at the Bass Lake Recreation Office before proceeding to the campground. All vehicles pay a $10 parking fee in addition to camping fees.

Directions

From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 toward Bass Lake. Keep right for 3.5 miles to the campground registration office at the west end of the lake.

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