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Ca State Mining & Mineral Museum

Located in the Historic Grub Gulch Mining District and site of a portion of
the historic Sugarpine-Madera Flume, this site features access to the Fresno
River. Activities include water play, nature study and gold panning (with
permission of the Central Valley Prospectors Club which holds the active
mining claim on the site). The site is accessed off of County Road 600 in
Madera County, just north of the town of Oakhurst. There is a dirt parking
area and no other facilities, so please practice Leave No Trace and Tread
Lightly principles to recreate responsibly on your public lands. BLM uses this
site for interpretive programs call 559-855-3492 for information.

Located in the Historic Grub Gulch Mining District and site of a portion of the historic Sugarpine-Madera Flume, this site features access to the Fresno River.  Activities include water play, nature study and gold panning (with permission of the Central Valley Prospectors Club which holds the active mining claim on the site).  The site is accessed off of County Road 600 in Madera County, just north of the town of Oakhurst.  There is a dirt parking area and no other facilities, so please practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles to recreate responsibly on your public lands.   BLM uses this site for interpretive programs call 559-855-3492 for information.

Fresno River Recreation Area

Wassama Round House SHP

Just one hour north of Fresno in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Rolling oak-
covered hills provide a scenic and restful setting for fishing, boating, and
hiking.

Just one hour north of Fresno in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Rolling oak-covered hills provide a scenic and restful setting for fishing, boating, and hiking.

## 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

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. <br/><br/>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. <br/><br/>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Observation Center is an ideal stopping place to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. <br><br></p>

Chowchilla Group Day Use Site

Day Use Group Area

Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use

## Overview

Codorniz Campground on Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like
canoeing, birding and hiking. Tucked in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the area
attracts abundant wildlife like bobcats, golden eagles, mountain lions, hawks
and wood ducks.

## Recreation

Eastman Lake is the first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, by the California
Department of Fish and Wildlife. Both young and old anglers will find fishing
on Eastman lake a satisfying challenge. At the campground, visitors can try
their hand at disc golf or challenge a group of friends to a game of
volleyball. Horseshoe pits are also available for a little friendly
competition.

## Facilities

Eastman Lake is the first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, by the California
Department of Fish and Wildlife. Both young and old anglers will find fishing
on Eastman lake a satisfying challenge. At the campground, visitors can try
their hand at disc golf or challenge a group of friends to a game of
volleyball. Horseshoe pits are also available for a little friendly
competition.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Eastman Lake are surrounded by tall grasses and
scattered oak trees, giving way to stunning mountain views.  
  
The lake features 1,780 surface acres, fed by the cool waters of the
Chowchilla River.

## Nearby Attractions

The Sierra National Forest is a short drive to the east of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Codorniz Campground on Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like canoeing, birding and hiking. Tucked in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the area attracts abundant wildlife like bobcats, golden eagles, mountain lions, hawks and wood ducks.  

<h2>Recreation</h2>
Eastman Lake is the first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Both young and old anglers will find fishing on Eastman lake a satisfying challenge.   
At the campground, visitors can try their hand at disc golf or challenge a group of friends to a game of volleyball. Horseshoe pits are also available for a little friendly competition. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Eastman Lake is the first designated Trophy Bass Fishery, by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Both young and old anglers will find fishing on Eastman lake a satisfying challenge.   
At the campground, visitors can try their hand at disc golf or challenge a group of friends to a game of volleyball. Horseshoe pits are also available for a little friendly competition. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Eastman Lake are surrounded by tall grasses and scattered oak trees, giving way to stunning mountain views. 
<br/><br/>
The lake features 1,780 surface acres, fed by the cool waters of the Chowchilla River.  
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Sierra National Forest is a short drive to the east of the campground.

Ca State Mining & Mineral Museum

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Fresno River Recreation Area

Wassama Round House SHP

Eastman Lake