Chowchilla Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:23 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Chowchilla Recreation Area
| Location | California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Eastman Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (11 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.226466, -119.985410 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Madera County |
| Phone | (559) 689-3255 |
Chowchilla Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Eastman Lake in California at coordinates 37.22647, -119.98541. Rated 4.5/5 based on 11 Google reviews.
Chowchilla Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Eastman Lake in Madera County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chowchilla Recreation Area
Is Chowchilla Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Chowchilla Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in California.
How is Chowchilla Recreation Area rated?
Chowchilla Recreation Area has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 11 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Chowchilla Recreation Area access?
Chowchilla Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Eastman Lake in California.
How do I get to Chowchilla Recreation Area?
Chowchilla Recreation Area is located at coordinates 37.226466, -119.985410 in California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 8.9 mi of Chowchilla Recreation Area, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.