Badger Flat Campgrounds
Sierra National Forest

Huntington Lake, California
Huntington Lake, California

Badger Flat Campgrounds
Sierra National Forest


Badger Flat Campgrounds

Badger Flat Campgrounds are located 5 miles east of Huntington Lake (shown above) in the Sierra National Forest. A standard family campground is well-separated from a large group campground. The family campground has 15, first-come, first-served sites among the trees close to Rancheria Creek. Campsites can accommodate trailers, RVs, and tents. There is no potable water. Before entering the site, campers are asked to check in at the Eastwood CLM office located at the east end of Huntington Lake.

Horses are permitted at both Badger Flat Campgrounds, but there are no special equestrian facilities.

The spacious group site can accommodate up to 100 people and 35 vehicles. Although it lacks some common campground amenities such as piped water, it serves as an excellent gathering place for OHV and equestrian groups. A trail connects to the California Riding and Hiking Trail. A sandy area along adjacent Rancheria Creek provides a nice wading area.

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Badger Flat Campground Basics
Badger Flat Campground Location: 5 miles east of Huntington Lake off Kaiser Pass Rd., separate access roads for family campground and group campground
Elevation: 8,240 feet
Mileage from gateway cities: Fresno - 66 miles
Camping Season: Open May through September, depending on snow
Number of Sites: 15 family sites, 1 separate group campsite
Max. People per Site: 6 for family sites, 100 for group site
Vehicles per Site: 1 for family site, 35 for group site
$7 per night fee for each extra vehicle
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by: California Land Management for the Sierra National Forest
High Sierra Ranger District: (559) 855-5355

Reservations for Badger Flat Campgrounds
Reservations Recommended: Reservations are available for camping dates for the group site whenever campground is open.
Family campsites are first-come, first-served.
Booking Window: Reservations for the group site can be made from 2 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum Vehicle Length: 35 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated
Fees: $22 per night for family campsites ($2 more over holidays),
$398 per night for group campsite
Plus $10 reservation fee
Reservations: Badger Flat Group Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, Noon

Badger Flat Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic tables, grills, campfire rings; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, no piped water
Showers: No
Dump Station: No
Attractions near Badger Flat Campgrounds: Find nearby OHV routes. Set out on scenic equestrian trails. Drive over to nearby Huntington Lake for boating, waterskiing, sailing, fishing, and kayaking. Stop in at Lakeshore Resort for lodging, a restaurant, saloon, store, marina, and boat rentals.




Badger Flat Group Campground, Huntington Lake, CA

Badger Flat Group Campground





Badger Flat Campground, Huntington Lake, CA

Badger Flat Family Campsite

High Sierra Lakes Attractions

Southern California Edison Company operates a series of lakes for its hydroelectric facilities. The lakes provide wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation. Among the lakes are Lake Thomas A. Edison, Florence Lake, Huntington Lake, and Shaver Lake. Vacationers at Badger Flat Campground near Huntington Lake can spread out and enjoy many carefree days.


Key Badger Flat Campground Regulations

  1. While in the campground dogs must be on leash and always attended.
  2. Quiet time is from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  3. To avoid bringing in invasive pests, outside firewood is not permitted. Obtain firewood locally.
  4. Keep food and other scented items in bear-proof lockers or canisters.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.


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