## Overview

 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.
## Recreation

 Dinkey Creek has 2 swimming areas: The Slicks and Honeymoon Pool, both of which contain pools carved out of granite. Anglers can fish Dinkey Creek for brown and rainbow trout. Hikers can walk the Dinkey Creek Trail. Mountain bikers also have trail access in this area.
## Facilities

 There is a group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. The rest are a mix of standard or tent-only single sites. An on-site amphitheater offers educational programs on summer weekends. There is a picnic site located on large sandy flat above the creek at the north end of the campground. All sites have paved spurs, picnic tables and fire grills; accessible sites are available. Drinking water and both vault and flush toilets are provided.
## Natural Features

 The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra. 
## contact\_info

 For facility specific information, please call (559) 841-2705. 
## Nearby Attractions

 McKinley Grove is 6 miles away. Famous for its giant Redwoods, the area offers leisurely hikes and picnicking opportunities.
## Charges &amp; Cancellations

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Dinkey Creek

This visit was a spur of the moment camping trip with my family. I had recently gotten back from an empowering spiritual camping trip and just had to get my loved ones into the same sacred space. Trying to find a camping trip a week before we wanted to actually go was thought to be an impossible request. But then there was Dinkey Creek.

Dinkey Creek is perhaps my new favorite place to camp. It is not too far from where I live and is majestic. Being amongst the Sierras and embracing the waters as we did was absolutely empowering. 
I highly reccomend taking the trip (and the dip) into Dinkey Creek. It is not one to be missed. 

Super  Solace

This was my best camping experience ever. It's location had perfect weather, warm during the day and cool, but not cold, at night. You surrounded by gorgeous tall trees and have access to swimming holes about a mile away. It had nice flushing restrooms and a small country store. There were no bugs or animals to contend with. I am already planning on returning.

Swimming holes

Stayed in site 66F for two nights in late August. My 7 year old daughter, my husband, and I stayed in a large tent. Because of the slopes, rocks, and trees, we had to set up on the parking pad (still had plenty of room for the truck so no problems). Each loop was a little different; the ones near the creek were more on a slope with tighter sites while the other side was more open, less shade, and lots of sawed trees. Each loop had two bathrooms with flush toilets and sinks (no soap) and a spigot with non-potable water. BRING DRINKING WATER (though if you forget you can buy some at the camp store).

We could walk down to the creek from our site, which was nice. There were plenty of small pools for wading and swimming. Problem was there was no public access points nearby so everyone walked thru our campsite to get to the creek. My other gripe was that it was a location campground, by which I mean people would come and hang out at their sites all day, playing music and partying at night. So if quiet nature is what you are looking for, this is not the best match.

The other thing I have to mention - the yellow jackets. The hosts said it was quite unusual so I tried not to let it color the overall review, but damn! You would be sitting down trying to read and a few would fly around your head or land on your hands. As soon as the food came out, they would swarm. After having 10 land on the cutting board while cutting up cheese, I just finished as quick as possible and we dove into the tent to eat. It wasn’t just us, we watched all the neighbors do a similar dance. They would die down at night and early morning but any other time they were horrible. We bought a trap in town and easily caught over 50 in 24 hours. It was because of this we left a day early.

We enjoyed swimming in the creek, hiking Bald Mtn, and walking around Shaver Lake. Glad I went but probably will not go again.

A few other bits of info: Dumpsters on each loop. No cell service with Verizon. No hook-ups. Firewood for sale (8 pieces for $8 - don't bother and just gather). Showers for sale at store. Store has a deli and small selection of odds and ends (food and souvenirs).

Okay. Awesome creek but horrible stinging bugs.

Great place to relax and enjoy the water. Pretty cold in the off season, and pretty swift for littles. Hot and isolated, bring water or a filter. No cell service, so check in on your needs around Pine Flat lake. 












Quiet and Secluded

We arrived Friday afternoon and were expecting it to be cold but we’re not expecting snow. It was a wonderful time between the 3 campsites although we all wound up staying in one RV but the grounds are well taken care of and we absolutely have no complaints!

Lovely place to relax!

Booked this site at the last minute.  Given more time I'd choose a different site as this  challenging to back into with our 26 foot travel trailer,  site was right next to the bathroom, and sites in this section are pretty close together.  On the plus side it was clean and well tended by camp hosts, and close proximity to gorgeous scenery.

Dinkey Creek Site 41

Let me start off by saying there was a fairly big issue with 2 of the 3 spots we reserved.  The paved lots were so far from level that we didn't have enough leveling blocks.  I am confident that these unlevel spots , G80 and G81, are the exception and not the norm.

With that bit out of the way, this is such a great campground!  The hosts were very helpful and friendly, the creek, while low, was beautiful,  and the guests were courteous and friendly.   While there were many trees on the ground, there was still abundant shade.  This will become a regular  weekender for my family.

Great weekend getaway spot

Great campground wit lots to offer.
Swimming holes , the slicks , old historic logging mill 
Store across the way 
