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# Millerton Lake State Recreation Area

Fresno · Madera · California Department of Parks and Recreation

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Visitor informationAccess & reservations

### Millerton Lake State Recreation Area: Group camps after January 1, 2027

Park-specific information

- [Group camps after January 1, 2027](https://caparks.org/parks/millerton-lake-state-recreation-area)

For group-camp reservations after January 1, 2027, the agency directs visitors to the park office at (559) 822-2332.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=587)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation

**Telephone**: [(559) 822-2332](tel:5598222332)

**Hours**: Summer Hours (Apr-Sept): 6AM-10PM Spring/Fall Hours (Oct & Mar): 6AM-7PM Winter Hours (Nov-Feb): 6AM-6PM

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=587)

We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.0175&lon=-119.68962)

## About Millerton Lake State Recreation Area

Millerton Lake State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for Fresno · Madera, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access.

## Activities & facilities

[Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Boating ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/boating)[Picnicking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/picnicking)[Interpretive programs ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/interpretive-programs)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Diving and snorkeling ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/diving-and-snorkeling)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Swimming ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/swimming)[Surfing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/surfing)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)[Horseback riding ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/horseback-riding)Tent CampingGroup CampsitesRV/Trailer Campsites w/HookupsRV Dump StationBoat-in/Floating CampsRV AccessParkingRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water AvailableWheelchair AccessibleBoat RampsBoat RentalsHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsGuided ToursInterpretive ExhibitsScuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsHiking TrailsHorseback Riding

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

## Mapped hiking trails.

OpenStreetMap routes that intersect recorded park boundaries. Distances cover each route’s mapped California portion, which may extend beyond this park. Check official maps and current access rules.

- [Blue Oak Trail ↗](https://caparks.org/trails/blue-oak-trail-osm-7382423)1.6 mapped mi

- [Pincushion Peak Trail ↗](https://caparks.org/trails/pincushion-peak-trail-osm-17512569)1.9 mapped mi

- [San Joaquin River Trail ↗](https://caparks.org/trails/san-joaquin-river-trail-osm-3255880)14.5 mapped mi

[All mapped hiking routes ↗](https://caparks.org/trails)

Trail data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright) · [ODbL](https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/)

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=587)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026.

- [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026

[Suggest a correction](https://caparks.org/about#corrections) · [Markdown version](https://caparks.org/parks/millerton-lake-state-recreation-area.md)

## Nearby parks.

Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary.

[All parks](https://caparks.org/parks)

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