Hensley Lake Recreation Area

The Hensley Lake Recreation Area in Raymond, California offers a convenient boat ramp and access point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats on Hensley Lake. This man-made lake, created by the Eastman Dam on the Chowchilla River, provides a scenic setting for water-based recreation in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

The boat ramp provides direct access to the lake, which is surrounded by oak-covered hills and supports a variety of wildlife including bald eagles, wood ducks, and other birds and animals. Several nearby campgrounds, including the Wildcat Recreation Area and Codorniz Recreation Area, offer accommodations for those looking to spend more time enjoying the area. Visitors should be aware that while the boat ramp is open to the public, some facilities in the area may require reservations or have limited hours, so it's best to check the details before planning a trip.

Overview
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is located at the beautiful Eastman Lake, surrounded by rugged oak-covered hills. Visitors take advantage of this scenic setting for fishing, boating and hiking. Abundant wildlife in the area includes bobcats, Golden eagles, hawks, Wood ducks and Bald eagles.Recreation
With warm summers and mild winters, visitors can take advantage of a range of...

Overview
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is located at the beautiful Eastman Lake, surrounded by rugged oak-covered hills. Visitors take advantage of this scenic setting for fishing, boating and hiking. Abundant wildlife in the area includes bobcats, Golden eagles, hawks, Wood ducks and Bald eagles.Recreation
With warm summers and mild winters, visitors can take advantage of a range of activities including eight miles of trails available for hikers, mountain bikers or horseback riders.
Eastman is the first lake designated by the California Department of Fish and Game as a Trophy Bass Fishery. Crappie, trout and catfish are also popular catches.Facilities
The picnic shelter can be reserved on a day to day basis only. Camping overnight is not allowed. The picnic shelter holds up to 100 people. A playground, horseshoe pits, and flush toilets are also available for use.Natural Features
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Range, Eastman Lake boasts spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. The 1,780 surface-acre lake is fed by the Chowchilla River, a tributary of the San Joaquin River.
Nearby Attractions
The Observation Center is an ideal stopping place to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area.

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