Dinkey Creek Campground
Shaver Lake, California · 5,797 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 30 mi S: Land, 20 acres
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 5,797 ft (1,767 m)5,797 ft1,767 m
Amenities
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About
Located adjacent to Dinkey Creek, the campground is spread out along the banks of its namesake creek in a thick forest of Ponderosa pines and cedars. The facility 's high country setting with trees, streams and open space, make it a scenic destination for all types of visitors. There is a group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. The rest are a mix of standard or tent-only single sites. All sites have paved spurs, picnic tables and fire grills accessible sites are available. Drinking water is now available at the campground for the summer of 2014. Both vault and flush toilets are provided. There is a Campground host on site and a picnic area located on large sandy flat above the creek at the north end of the campground. An on-site amphitheater offers educational programs on summer weekends. Throughout the summer, California Land Management sponsors a variety of interpretive programs on weekends at the amphitheater. Presentations by knowledgeable local experts cover topics on the history, constellations, wildflowers, forestry and others. The scheduled programs are posted at the campground, and the Host can provide additional information. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Fees: Overnight Use:
From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Dinkey Creek Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny, 1% chance of rain58°26°
- WedSunny66°34°
- ThuSunny73°36°
- FriSunny75°37°
- SatSunny71°35°
Nearby camping
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3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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