Can you reserve a site at Wildcat Equestrian Area?

Yes, Wildcat Equestrian Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area?

Yes, pets are allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area.

Are campfires allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area?

Campfires are allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Wildcat Equestrian Area, California — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like horseback riding, birding and hiking. Tucked in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the area attracts abundant wildlife like bobcats, bald eagles, golden eagles, and hawks. Wildcat Equestrian Area is a equestrian group area with water, vault toilets, horse corrals and hitching posts.

Recreation

Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like horseback riding, birding and hiking.

Facilities

Wildcat Equestrian Area facility offeres areas for camping, horse hitching posts and corrals, water, bbq, fire pits, picnic tables, vault toilets, and access to showers.

Natural Features

The rolling hills around Buchanan Dam, H.V. 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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (559) 689-3255.

Nearby Attractions

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

The facts

1 bookable site
Up to 60 people per site
Loops: EQUE

Site types

1 Group Equestrian

Amenities

Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Wildcat Equestrian Area

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
Wildcat Campground	EQUE	Group Equestrian	—	—	—	60	🐾

Getting there

Eastman Lake is 30 miles northeast of Madera, 25 miles east of Chowchilla,

and 50 miles north of Fresno. From Highway 99, travel east on Avenue

26 then north on Rd 29. Follow signs into the campground.

37.20819, -119.96285 · 37°12'29.5"N 119°57'46.2"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	2.6	2.3	2.3	1.1	0.6	0.2	0.1	0.0	0.1	0.9	1.0	2.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Wildcat Equestrian Area

Can you reserve a site at Wildcat Equestrian Area?: Yes, Wildcat Equestrian Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Wildcat Equestrian Area have?: 1 site.
Are pets allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area?: Yes, pets are allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area.
Does Wildcat Equestrian Area have hookups?: Water.
Are campfires allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area?: Campfires are allowed at Wildcat Equestrian Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Wildcat Equestrian Area

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Wildcat Equestrian Area