Welcome to Lake Hemet Campground
Lake Hemet is surrounded by the majestic beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains. The scenery is breathtaking no matter which direction your gaze travels. Tall pines, manzanita trees, sage, and giant oaks abound. Remember to pack a camera and binoculars, and keep a watchful eye, as the eagles are often seen soaring above and around the Campground. There are also plenty of Hawks soaring overhead throughout the forest and campground. Come and enjoy camping, fishing, boating and the breath-taking scenery all year round.
Lakes of Hemet Offer VIP Cards
Lake Hemet along with Little Lake and Diamond Valley Lake offers a frequent fisher promotion called the "VIP Card". Please ask for details when you check in at any of the three Lakes of Hemet.
Tagged Rainbow Trout Reward
Large portions of the tagged trout are worth a $10 reward. Each tag is green in color and is located near the dorsal fin. Send the tag and tag recovery form to:
830 S Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Attn: Reward Tags
Click here for information and to download the flyer (PDF).
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PLEASE NOTE:
No Swimming allowed. No Fireworks allowed. The speed limit is 10mph for both boating and driving in the campground.
Handicapped restrooms and showers are available in Camps 1, 2, and 4. Upon request, special assistance can be given to handicapped persons.
Contact Us
Lake Hemet Campground56570 Highway 74
Mountain Center, CA 92561
(951) 659-2680
Gate Hours
Summertime (04/01 — 09/30)
Friday & Saturday: 6:00am — 10:00pm
Sunday – Thursday: 6:00am — 9:00pm
Offseason (10/01 — 03/31)
Friday & Saturday: 7:00am — 9:00pm
Sunday – Thursday: 7:00am — 8:00pm



