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Site JOE RILEY — CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO

CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO · California · Loop JOE RILEY

Campsite JOE RILEY at CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO in California. MANAGEMENT site. No utility hookups. Maximum 50 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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39.20603, -123.18244
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

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

Max Vehicle Length
20
Max Num of Vehicles
20
Driveway Surface
Paved

Capacity & Rules

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

Site Features

Picnic Table
Y
Shade
Yes

How Site JOE RILEY Compares

  • One of 24 sites at CHEKAKA RECREATION AREA LAKE MENDOCINO — 1 of them in the JOE RILEY loop.
  • Fits vehicles up to 20 ft — shorter than 96% of sites here.

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 JOE RILEY

  • First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
  • Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 8:00 AM / 6:00 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 JOE RILEY?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site JOE RILEY?

Maximum occupancy is 50 people and 20 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site JOE RILEY?

Max vehicle length is 20 ft.

What hookups does site JOE RILEY have?

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

Are pets allowed at site JOE RILEY?

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: 6:00 PM.