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Dinkey Creek

A photo of facility DINKEY CREEK with Picnic Table, Fire Pit
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A photo of facility DINKEY CREEK with Picnic Table, Fire Pit
A photo of facility DINKEY CREEK with Picnic Table, Fire Pit

About Dinkey Creek

Dinkey Creek 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.

Number of accommodations: 120

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 1

Sites & Availability

120 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: B
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003, Loop: B
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 007, Loop: B
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010, Loop: B
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🚐 013, Loop: B
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🚐 014, Loop: B
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🚐 018, Loop: B
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🚐 019, Loop: C
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021, Loop: C
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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022, Loop: C
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023, Loop: C
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025, Loop: C
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026, Loop: C
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027, Loop: C
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028, Loop: C
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029, Loop: C
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030, Loop: C
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031, Loop: C
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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032, Loop: C
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034, Loop: C
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035, Loop: E
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036, Loop: E
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038, Loop: E
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039, Loop: E
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🚐 040, Loop: E
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🚐 041, Loop: E
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🚐 042, Loop: E
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🚐 043, Loop: E
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044, Loop: E
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🚐 045, Loop: E
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🚐 047, Loop: E
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048, Loop: E
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049, Loop: E
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050, Loop: E
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🚐 051, Loop: E
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053, Loop: E
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055, Loop: E
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056, Loop: E
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057, Loop: E
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058, Loop: E
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🚐 059, Loop: E
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🚐 060, Loop: E
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062, Loop: F
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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063, Loop: F
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064, Loop: F
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🚐 065, Loop: F
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🚐 066, Loop: F
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067, Loop: F
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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068, Loop: F
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069, Loop: F
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🚐 071, Loop: F
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072, Loop: F
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075, Loop: F
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🚐 076, Loop: F
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077, Loop: G
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🚐 078, Loop: G
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🚐 079, Loop: G
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🚐 080, Loop: G
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🚐 082, Loop: G
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084, Loop: G
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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085, Loop: G
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🚐 086, Loop: G
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🚐 087, Loop: G
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088, Loop: G
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 089, Loop: G
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🚐 090, Loop: G
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🚐 091, Loop: G
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🚐 093, Loop: H
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🚐 099, Loop: H
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🚐 100, Loop: H
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113, Loop: I
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 118, Loop: J
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119, Loop: J
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🚐 120, Loop: J
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🚐 121, Loop: K
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🚐 122, Loop: K
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🚐 123, Loop: K
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🚐 124, Loop: K
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🚐 125, Loop: K
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127, Loop: K
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 A, Loop: DINK
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Reviews (458)

What Guests Are Saying

Dinkey Creek offers a beautiful natural setting with excellent hiking opportunities and friendly camp hosts who provide helpful service. The campground is well-maintained, and many visitors appreciate the spacious campsites and clean facilities. However, issues such as the lack of functioning flush toilets and potable water have caused some inconveniences, alongside noise from generators and nearby campers. Overall, many families enjoy returning to this campground for its charm and the memorable experiences it provides.

Review Summary

4.2
458 reviews
5
57.9%
265
4
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3
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Sheila T

Verified

July 8, 2021 Stayed at: 026, Loop: C

5

I was disappointed that there were no maps of Old Mill Trail (starting between sites 8 and 10 of the B loop) and the Overlook Trail (just north of the C loop). The ranger on duty at the kiosk had never been on the Old Mill Trail and couldn't tell us how to pick up the trail and if it was well-marked or if we should cross the creek. So, we skipped that and opted to drive to the Dinkey Mill Work Center instead. We later learned that it would have been an easy hike, and you just cross the creek. The Overlook Trail is not well-marked and difficult to pick up from the trailhead. Maps of the trails would be really helpful. Or, it would be great to put out a concerted effort for volunteers to mark the trails.

Jeff J

Verified

July 6, 2021 Stayed at: 059, Loop: E

3

Great spot to camp in the mountains. Staff was friendly and the facilities were clean. A great place to camp with the family.

Karl O

Verified

July 6, 2021 Stayed at: 039, Loop: E

2

We found that our spot (E39) was the worst camp site in the loop. There was no other access to the bathroom for the loop other than through our camp site. Also, the amount of noise and light that was present at our site was a bit ridiculous. I would recommend (1) eliminating the camp site and creating pathways to the bathroom instead. If not I would recommend (2) providing alternative routes around the site (with signage) to the bathroom.

Rosa S

Verified

July 5, 2021 Stayed at: 072, Loop: F

5

Great hiking trails, Honeymoon Pool was great for the kids. Stars look amazing !

Aengus C

Verified

July 4, 2021 Stayed at: 058, Loop: E

5

Little slice of heaven on earth.

Johnathan Y

Verified

July 4, 2021 Stayed at: 032, Loop: C

5

Dinkey creek campground is great! Bathrooms were kept clean and showers and store at the front were a huge plus!

Emma G

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July 4, 2021 Stayed at: 031, Loop: C

5

This our yearly camping place to go and every single time I never want to leave. It’s so beautiful and peaceful I just can’t get enough of this place!!

Joseph and Chelsea F

Verified

July 2, 2021 Stayed at: 037, Loop: E

4

The campground was beautiful with lots of space for the kids to play. Bathrooms were well kept and clean.
The only complaint is the dust/dirt. Around the fire ring and picnic table was just dirt. It got into and covered everything flying up as we walked. My suggestion is to bring an outdoor rug or 3 to keep the dust down

Amber M

Verified

July 1, 2021 Stayed at: 100, Loop: H

5

The campground is clean and free of litter. The bathrooms are very clean. Unfortunately it is just too crowded at the creek, there are too many people.

Laura A

Verified

July 1, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: E

5

We have been coming back to Dinkey Creek for over 20 years now. It has been a fond family tradition that we will continue to enjoy for many more years to come. We love exploring new spots to swim in the creek. The workers are always nice and friendly. Our camp host was extra helpful as he let us borrow his jumper cables because the kids left the car light on and the car battery died. Don't forget to visit the saw mill, its a great easy hike with small kids. Pack some fruit, cheese and crackers and spend a day at Shaver Lake. They rent boats too.

Location Dinkey Creek

Address:
Sierra
Shaver Lake, CA, 93664
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 37.0681 / -119.157

Elevation: 1741 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Please register at the campground office; if closed, register the following morning

General

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.

General

Two pets per site and leashed at all times.

General

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. 

General

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

General

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) 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. 

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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.

General

Click here to learn more about the Sierra National Forest

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