At maximum capacity, the lake holds 1,000,000 acre feet of water. When the freeway ends at Chestnut Avenue, turn right. Continue driving 23 miles east on Belmont Avenue to the town of Piedra. To visit Deer Creek, Island Park, Lakeview, or Trimmer Recreation Areas, follow Trimmer Springs Road north. These are operated by Fresno County, US Forest Service and the Corps of Engineers.
All campgrounds are suitable for RV and tent camping.
Conveniently located restrooms provide flush toilets and hot showers at Island Park Campground. Eight people are permitted per campsite and there is a 14-day limit per stay. There are two commercial marinas on the lake located at the Deer Creek and Trimmer recreation areas. These offer boat and slip rentals, gasoline, camping, and fishing supplies. Boat launching ramps are available at the Deer Creek, Island Park, Lakeview and Trimmer recreation areas.