Upper Billy Creek Cg
Closed — Closed until further notice due to hazard tree removal. The campground is typically closed in winter due to snow.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 11 at 3:48AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Low-end storm total of 10 inches and high-end total of 30 inches expected in Madera and Mariposa Counties and Yosemite National Park above 7,000 ft. Winds gusting to 55 mph or higher. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
SNF Rec Site Road Trail Closure Order
Forest Order No. 05-15-00-26-01 will be effective from March 25, 2026, through July 27, 2026. It allows for the continuation of repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails and supersedes Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-19.
Occupancy limitations
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…
Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure 05-15-00-25-19
Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.
Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure
Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.
Temporary Fire Restrictions from Order 05-15-00-25-07 Lifted
Effective October 11, 2025, the Sierra National Forest is lifting temporary fire restrictions placed into effect by Forest Order 05-15-00-25-07 on June 27, 2025. Criteria for enacting and the lifting of fire restrictions through forest orders are based on National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS)…
Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
Wilderness Use Restrictions
Wilderness use restrictions within the Ansel Adams, John Muir, Kaiser, Dinkey Lakes, and Monarch Wildernesses located in the Sierra National Forest
Food Refuse Storage Order
Possessing or storing any food or refuse within a Developed Recreation Site in a manner that allows bears or other wildlife to gain access is prohibited
About
Upper Billy Creek Campground sits within Sierra National Forest on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, across the road from Huntington Lake and near the Kaiser Wilderness boundary. The campground features 43 sites divided between tent-only and standard sites that accommodate RVs and trailers, all situated beneath a grove of large cedar, fir, and pine trees. Some sites offer views of Huntington Lake while others overlook Billy Creek with its abundant wildflowers. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the area's diverse recreation opportunities. Nearby hiking trails include Rancheria Falls (1 mile), Indian Pools (1 mile), and Black Point (0.7 miles). The 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail provides access to the Kaiser Wilderness trail network for hikers and horseback riders. Huntington Lake offers swimming, sailing, boating, fishing, and water skiing. During summer, California Land Management sponsors interpretive programs and nature walks at the campground's amphitheater. The adjacent Billy Creek Guard Station Museum provides historical overviews of Huntington Lake, Native Americans, and Forest Service history. The 83-mile Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (Highway 168) makes for an excellent day trip from the area.
Directions
Take Highway 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. Continue around Huntington Lake for 3.2 miles to Upper Billy Creek Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $47 - $122 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| vista@vista-rec.com | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 893-2111 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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