Within Sierra National Forest, Buck Meadow Campground provides a US Forest Service camping experience with forested and open terrain near a creek. The established campground operates from May through October, accommodating RVs up to 35 feet alongside tent sites. Standard amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and designated fire rings for evening campfires.
Pet owners can bring their dogs to explore the mixed terrain that transitions between wooded areas and open meadows. The nearby creek adds water access to the site's appeal. For those planning extended Sierra Nevada trips, campgrounds around Sierra National Forest offer additional options throughout the region's diverse elevation zones.
Description
Located at the confluence of Snow Corral and Deer Creeks along the McKinley Grove Road, Buck Meadow Campground lies on a large flat sandy area adjacent to Deer Creek. Some shade provided by large lodgepole pine trees. Access is on paved and dirt road.
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Location
Public CampgroundBuck Meadow Campground is located in California
Directions
In Shaver Lake, CA, at intersection of Tollhouse Rd (State Rt. 168) and Dinkey Creek Rd., take Dinkey Creek Rd. east 11.9 miles to McKinley Grove sign. Turn right onto McKinley Grove Rd. and go 10 miles to campground on left.
Coordinates
37.00900034 N
119.0600004 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 22 min from Fresno, CA
- 2 hrs 56 min from Visalia, CA
- 2 hrs 59 min from Hanford, CA
- 3 hrs from Merced, CA
