Swanson Campground
Shaver Lake, California · 5,738 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 34 mi SE: Land, 20 acres
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 5,738 ft (1,749 m)5,738 ft1,749 m
- Land
- Sierra National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
Amenities
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About
Shaded by dense pine trees, Swanson Campground is located near the town of Shaver Lake. Paved and dirt roads provide access to the campground. There is a vault toilet and each site has a table, fire ring and grill. A Campground Host is also on site. Visitors can experience a wide variety of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking at nearby Shaver Lake.
Fees: Overnight Use:
From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
Report signal- Verizon5G · 4G LTE
- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-Mobile5G · 4G LTE
Cell service at Swanson Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny56°36°
- WedSunny63°43°
- ThuSunny71°46°
- FriSunny73°46°
- SatSunny70°45°
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
Data from USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites
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