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Site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE — CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO

CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO · California · Loop OVERLOOK DAY-USE AREA

Campsite OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE at CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO in California. GROUP PICNIC AREA site. No utility hookups. Maximum 50 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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39.20588, -123.18417
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
0
Max Num of Vehicles
0
Driveway Surface
N/A

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
50
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
No

How Site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE Compares

  • One of 24 sites at CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO — 1 of them in the OVERLOOK DAY-USE AREA loop.

Photos from CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Coyote Dam & Lake Mendocino plaque mounted to stone wall, with view of Lake Mendocino in the background
Coyote Dam & Lake Mendocino plaque mounted to stone wall, with view of Lake Mendocino in the background — USACE
Playground
Playground — USACE
Overlook Shelter
Overlook Shelter — USACE

Booking Tips for Site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 8:00 AM / 8:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE?

Maximum occupancy is 50 people and 0 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE?

Max vehicle length is 0 ft.

What hookups does site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site OVERLOOK GROUP PICNIC SITE?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 8:00 AM. Check-out: 8:00 PM.