Chekaka Recreation Area Lake Mendocino
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Chekaka Recreation Area is situated on Lake Mendocino in California's Mendocino Range, where redwood forests meet wine country. There is one reservable picnic pad in the Overlook Day-Use Area. Chekaka Campground has been permanently closed. The lake is formed by the Coyote Dam on the Russian River. A wide variety of recreational opportunities is available, including boating, swimming, water skiing, fishing, hiking and horseback riding. Recreation The 1,822-acre lake provides abundant boating, swimming and water skiing opportunities. Keep reading
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 that begins at the Overlook Day-Use Area and offers beautiful views of the lake. Lake Mendocino also offers two disc golf courses that can be found near the Overlook Day-Use Area on the south end and the Pomo A Day-Use Area parking lot on the north end. The rolling terrain is heavily wooded in some areas, making for challenging tunnel shots with obstacles around most pins. Facilities The old Chekaka Campground is permanently closed to camping. The Overlook Day-Use Area group picnic site in the Chekaka Recreation Area is available for reservations. 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. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (707) 467-4200 for general information. 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 throughout the summer, offering fresh produce, local wines, arts and crafts and live music.
The sites · 24
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C001 | management | 33 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C002 | management | 42 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C003 | management | 42 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C004 | management | 33 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C005 | management | 34 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C006 | management | 37 ft | — | yes |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C007 | management | 35 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C008 | management | 33 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C009 | management | 35 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C010 | management | 25 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C011 | management | 32 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C012 | management | 35 ft | — | yes |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C013 | management | 28 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C014 | management | 34 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C015 | management | 30 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C016 | management | 32 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C017 | management | 34 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C018 | management | 40 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C019 | management | 40 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C021 | management | 35 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C022 | management | 43 ft | — | |
| CHE-KAKA CAMPGROUND | C023 | management | 36 ft | — | |
| JOE RILEY | JOE RILEY | management | 20 ft | — | |
| OVERLOOK DAY-USE AREA | OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE | group picnic area | — | 15 |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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This campground sits in CA-02. This member’s public-lands record →