Fresno County parks information
Published park, recreation and specifically named facility information. County referrals do not imply county operation, full-system coverage or reservation eligibility.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]www.fresnocountyca.gov
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Before you start
- Availability · Published facility or reservation conditions; check current season and operator
- Effective Thursday, December 18, 2025 campground fees and vehicle entry fees to all parks will be free for veterans and active-duty military personnel with proof of veteran or active-duty status and valid identification. If there are any questions, please contact parks at 559-600-3004 or parks@fresnocountyca.gov. [2]
- Availability · Recurring park schedule, named seasonal closures and Lost Lake check-in restriction
- Summer Hours: April 1st - September 30th from 7 AM to 10 PM Winter Hours: October 1st - March 31st from 7 AM to 7 PM (Note: Campers must check in prior to 7:00 PM closure at Lost Lake Recreation Area) Seasonal Closures: Laton-Kingston Park and Skaggs Bridge Park are closed from October 1st until the day before Easter. [3]
- Availability · Single sites, distinct from group campsites
- No reservations are required for single campsites. [4]
- Availability · Group reservations vs single-site first-come access
- Please call Parks at (559) 600-3004 to make group campsite reservations or for more information. All single campsites are assigned on a first come, first served basis: [5]
- Availability · Gate-entry wording differs from the same page’s camping rates that include first vehicle entry; confirm billing before booking
- The gate-entry paragraph and camping schedule describe first-vehicle entry differently. Confirm how the entry charge applies to a campsite before paying. [6]
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| Fresno developed park vehicle entrance | $5.00per vehicle upon entry | Developed parks. Source separately identifies veterans/active-duty exemptions and included first-vehicle camping charges; special events and camping have separate conditions.[7] |
| Fresno county park annual pass | $40.00per year | Not valid during major special events; valid on holidays. Confirm eligible park use and separate camping charges.[8] |
| Fresno single campsite regular nightly charge | $25.00per night per single campsite | Price includes first vehicle entry; second vehicle is separately charged. Single sites first come first served; senior/veteran rules differ.[9] |
| Fresno single campsite senior nightly charge | $9.00per night per single campsite | Age62+ with ID; includes first vehicle entry; $5 per night second vehicle. Confirm actual seasonal access.[10] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked1 source page · 10 citations
Sources were checked by an AI-assisted research process. A checked website does not mean every service or fee on it has been reviewed.
- [1] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official parks or facility page; exact named identity, referral or published condition
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Fresno County has a variety of regional parks and landscaped areas. Regional recreational facilities include 12 parks, two fishing access areas and a boat-launch/parking facility at Shaver Lake.
- [2] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official parks or facility page; exact named identity, referral or published condition
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Effective Thursday, December 18, 2025 campground fees and vehicle entry fees to all parks will be free for veterans and active-duty military personnel with proof of veteran or active-duty status and valid identification. If there are any questions, please contact parks at 559-600-3004 or parks@fresnocountyca.gov.
- [3] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Summer Hours: April 1st - September 30th from 7 AM to 10 PM Winter Hours: October 1st - March 31st from 7 AM to 7 PM (Note: Campers must check in prior to 7:00 PM closure at Lost Lake Recreation Area) Seasonal Closures: Laton-Kingston Park and Skaggs Bridge Park are closed from October 1st until the day before Easter.
- [4] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
No reservations are required for single campsites.
- [5] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Please call Parks at (559) 600-3004 to make group campsite reservations or for more information. All single campsites are assigned on a first come, first served basis:
- [6] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
All vehicles must pay an entrance fee at the gate, even if the party has a camping reservation (with the exception of veterans and active-duty military personnel).
- [7] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
The entrance fee at all developed parks is $5 per vehicle upon entry.
- [8] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Annual passes are available for $40 per year
- [9] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
$25 per night per single campsite (price includes 1st vehicle entry fee; $5 per night for 2nd vehicle)
- [10] Fresno Parks (opens in a new tab)
Fresno official referral · Official park/provider page; exact named facility, operator/referral, reservation condition, contact or fee row
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
$9 per night per single campsite for seniors (age 62 and over, ID required, price includes 1st vehicle entry fee; $5 per night for 2nd vehicle)