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Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area

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What to know before booking

Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day-Use Area are conveniently situated on Lake Mendocino, in California's Northern Coast Range where redwood forests meet wine country. Kyen Campground offers 93 family sites within walking distance of the lake. Lake Mendocino lies in the scenic rolling hills of Coyote Valley.

max Stay

14 nights

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Kyen Campground offers 93 family sites within walking distance of the lake. The Oak Grove Day-Use Area has two group picnic shelters, one of which is reservable. Several family picnic sites with tables and grills are available on a first come, first served basis. Additional group picnic shelters and family sites are available in the nearby Pomo Recreation Area. Amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.

Natural Features

Lake Mendocino lies in the scenic rolling hills of Coyote Valley. Groves of oak mixed with manzanita and pines forest the area, offering limited shade and an excellent bird and wildlife habitat.

Recreation

The 1,822-acre lake provides abundant boating, swimming and water skiing opportunities. Anglers will find sunfish, smallmouth bass, striped bass, crappie, white and channel catfish, bluegill and perch. Several miles of trails wind around Lake Mendocino, including the 3-mile Shakota Trail, which begins in the Pomo Recreation Area just west of the campground and offers beautiful views of the lake.

Nearby Attractions

The charming city of Ukiah, less than 15 minutes away, offers a variety of shopping and dining opportunities, museums and golf courses. The Ukiah Farmer's Market runs Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings throughout the summer, offering fresh produce, local wines, arts and crafts and live music.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

102 mapped sites

Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site 087

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

28 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 025

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 021

Kyen

MANAGEMENT

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 060

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 038

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 004

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 026

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 042

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 011

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 074

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

28 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 012

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 050

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 031

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

35 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 010

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 096

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

28 ft

vehicle

8

people

—

shade

Site 045

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 102

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

28 ft

vehicle

8

people

Full

shade

Site 019

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site OAK GROVE DAY-USE GROUP PICNIC SHELTER

OAK GROVE

GROUP PICNIC AREA

0 ft

vehicle

50

people

Yes

shade

Site 018

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 051

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 062

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

0 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 024

KYEN

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 039

KYEN

RV ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Important notices

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY PLEASE DIAL 9-1-1 Mendocino County Sherriff’s Office: (707) 463-4086 Lake Mendocino Project Office (M-F, 8 AM – 4 PM): (707) 467-4200
Rules and Regulations: This campground is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and we are dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all our visitors. As the primary reservation holder, you are responsible for the conduct of your group. Rowdy, disorderly, or disruptive behavior – including fighting or aggressive behavior towards anyone – may result in immediate removal from the campground. By making a reservation at this facility, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to abide by all campground rules and to follow the directions of campground staff and Park Rangers. Non-compliance is a violation of your camping permit and may result in a citation under 36 CFR Part 327
CAMPING BY RESERVATION ONLY All reservations must be processed through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Reservations cannot be made in person at this facility. Cash is not accepted. Same-day reservations are available. Want to move sites? This facility allows self service modifications to your reservation. Please update your reservation before moving sites. If you need assistance please contact a Park Ranger or contact the Lake Office at 707-467-4200
QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 10 PM - 6 AM: All noise amplification devices (including but not limited to radios, speakers, car stereos or boom boxes) and generators must be turned OFF. Please be respectful of other campers and keep ambient noise to a minimum during quiet hours.

Surrounding campgrounds

Other tracked campgrounds within driving distance, nearest first.

Common questions

How do I book Kyen Campground And Oak Grove Day Use Area?

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