Warning
GeneralWATER ALERT FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: Please fill your water tanks prior to your arrival. Water tanks may not be filled at the campground. The available potable water is not for filling tanks. Thank you.
Available sites
27 total sites
RV Sites
About Deer Creek
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Boating
Fishing
Year-round
Fishing
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Views and Setting
- View
Rates, Sites & Availability
27 Sites Available
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
27 Sites Available
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Reviews (185)
What Guests Are Saying
Deer Creek Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean facilities, friendly camp hosts, and great access to the lake, making it a popular choice for camping and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained campsites and ease of reserving spots online. However, some concerns were raised about limited restroom availability, occasional cleanliness issues, and the need for more campground options, particularly during busy seasons. Overall, it remains a cherished destination for many campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Deer Creek Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean facilities, friendly camp hosts, and great access to the lake, making it a popular choice for camping and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained campsites and ease of reserving spots online. However, some concerns were raised about limited restroom availability, occasional cleanliness issues, and the need for more campground options, particularly during busy seasons. Overall, it remains a cherished destination for many campers.
Review Summary
Cinthia L
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: DEER CREEK
Awesome view! We were at site 12 there’s no shade, so be aware of that and carry one or two. I feel like space between 11 and 12 are very close or the sites are little. That weekend the restrooms doesn’t work so that was bad, in the night you can solved but at the day was awful. There’s just one restroom building for the I think 13 spaces but is ok. Nice view
Susan L
VerifiedJuly 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: DEER CREEK
Well kept campsite. Rangers very friendly and helpful at the Lakeshore, CA kiosk.
stephen w
VerifiedJuly 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: DEER CREEK
Nice protected cove for swimming, etc. Close to boat ramp so convenient to walk there for sailing races. Glad this area survived the fire but its a bummer how many trees had to be removed for new powerlines, etc. Also, it's a bummer that Lakeshore Resort is closed. Glad that Rancheria Marina store was open for ice, gas and food, etc.
Sydnie D
VerifiedJuly 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: DEER CREEK
Carmen and Michael were the best camp hosts that we have ever encountered. Friendly, proactive, efficient. The campsites were very well tended, the bathrooms were the cleanest I have seen in 20 years. Michael and Carmen should be commended as the team that goes the extra distance to make folks feel welcomed. Very impressed and so happy that they are the new hosts.
Philip V
VerifiedJuly 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: DEER CREEK
Infrastructure issues. Water supply off part of time.
Linda M
VerifiedJuly 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: DEER CREEK
Absolutely love this campground ! We had a wonderful time .
Suzanne S
VerifiedJune 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: DEER CREEK
Great camping spot! Neighbors are really friendly and so are the camp hosts! The bathroom broke down that day, but when we were able to use them they were very clean and tidy! Try to get a spot on the lake!
Jay F
VerifiedJune 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: DEER CREEK
Really nice grounds. Well maintained. The hosts were fantastic. The lake water is nice and refreshing but a tad cool.
Note: there are additional camp grounds in the area with really nice sites, but are still closed FOR LOGGING & Dead tree abatement.
If you read this and are unable to procure a reservation, PLEASE PETITION YOUR GOVERNMENT FOR FUNDS TO OPEN THESE SITES. Over all 10/10
Amie R
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: DEER CREEK
I hesitate to share my experience. This campground is a hidden gem. We had a wonderful experience at the Deer Creek campground. The bathrooms were clean. The campsite was clean. The lake was amazing.
Adrienne A
VerifiedJune 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: DEER CREEK
We had the best time at Deer Creek, I’d definitely go again. I had a site right on the lake and it was super quiet and peaceful. Thankfully it wasn’t too hot because there wasn’t too many tree coverage where our camp was, but other sites had more. The restrooms were very clean and the host, Carmen, was helpful and kind! One of the best camp sites I’ve stayed at.
Location & Directions for Deer Creek
P O Box 152, Lakeshore, CA 93634 United States
Elevation: 2,130 ft
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Attention: This Deer Creek Campground is located in California Sierra National Forest. Please ensure you have the correct Deer Creek Campground prior to making a reservation.
- Please register at the boat ramp kiosk.
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.
- Two pets per site and leashed at all times.
- Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle for single site or one vehicle for single tent camping. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles for double tent only camping. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
- Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the High Sierra Ranger District, Sierra National Forest (559) 855-5355
- Reserved Sites will be held until the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- Click here to learn more about Sierra National Forest
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralWATER ALERT FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: Please fill your water tanks prior to your arrival. Water tanks may not be filled at the campground. The available potable water is not for filling tanks. Thank you.
Nearby Campgrounds
Nearby destinations
Last updated: October 21, 2026
Need help?
Our team is here to help you find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
Replies within minutes
Explore Lakeshore, CA
From our Travel Guides
