Campground Review - Catavee Campground

Lake Huntington at dawn

In July 2013, we took Lil' H for her very first camping trip.  She was 9 months old at at the time, and just a few days shy of walking.  We camped at Catavee Campground, on the shores of Huntington Lake just north of Fresno, California.  The area holds special significance for Mr. and Mrs. H (this is where we got married!) so it was a perfect choice for Lil' H's first camping trip.

Camping with an infant presents a few unique challenges, which we'll cover in a separate post.  For now, let's focus on the campground itself.

Grandma H and Mr. H inspect our setup - note the infant necessities like a walker and Pack n' Play

Catavee is a rustic campground.  The sites are packed dirt with picnic tables, suitable for tents or tent trailers.  There are no RV hookups.  The restrooms have flush toilets, but no showers.  The main draw in the area is Huntington Lake, home of the High Sierra Regatta.  The nearby town of Lakeshore has restaurants and a convenience store in case you forget any essentials.  Even better, the tourist town of Shaver Lake is only a 30-minute drive away.

Pros: Beautiful views, easy to get reservations, nearby amenities

Cons: Rustic campground, cold night temperatures.

Have specific questions about Catavee or the Lakeshore/Shaver area?  Let us know!