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$40 - $105 / night
"Great campsite if you want to camp around Shaver Lake in the Sierras of California. Beautify lake, plenty of water sports. The small town has great rustic mountain vibe."
"Easy walk to lakeside and boat ramp. Nice picnic area near lake. Camped with full hookups. Nice store and hospitality center with food, drinks and stock of camp supplies."
$48 - $99 / night
"They all kept saying it was the best camping trip they ever had.. our hosts Frank and Jamie were super sweet and welcoming.. the campgrounds are immaculate and near the water."
"The access to the lake is a little walk but not too far and the cove is perfect for relaxing with kids. Highly recommend!"
$37 - $78 / night
"Our campground was right next to the river, and hiking trails to lakes, meadows and hot springs run directly off of the campground. The host was wonderful, it was all around perfect."
"Your first drive down this road will leave you white knuckled. But so worth it!
I was taking a fly fishing trip in the morning and figured I would camp the night. All campsites were taken. "
$47 - $275 / night
"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."
"I grew up going to Dinkey Creek and to the Girl Scout Camp nearby. This campground is remote and secluded there are good swimming holes, fly fishing and really beautiful area."
$47 - $96 / night
"Campground is right on the lake with walking trails. Added bonus is the campground is next to the boat launch."
"Deer creek campground sits on the edge of Huntington Lake. Many of the sites have views of the lake or are right on the lake."
$47 - $121 / night
"It is a great place to stay for a week or longer and go explore all the surrounding area has to offer!"
"A well maintained campground & walking distance from the lake. Standard but roomy sites with the usual fire ring/grill & picnic table, bathrooms are clean too."
$41 - $43 / night
"Driving from the West toward Yosemite this location is one which will allow you to find a camping option before getting into the big crowds. "
"Very close to the national park. Does not take reservations so you might have to get there early. The camp host was very sweet. Camp ground was $24 a night. Large sites for tents."
$47 - $96 / night
"College Campground is one of a handful of palaces to camp along Huntington Lake. It’s within walking distance to the store & restaurant."
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- Right on Huntington Lake, and only about 10 or so sites so there was not too much noise.
- Able to walk right down to the lakefront.
- Marina nearby to rent fishing boats/poles. "
"It is a beautiful campground located off Kaiser Pass Road. Even in June there was so many wildflowers and vibrate green. There was bathrooms and each site had a picnic table, fire pit, and bear box."
"When I visited some people had buried human waste next to the campsite and I cleaned it up.
Most easily accessed via Kaiser Pass. Be aware that the road is steep, narrow, and has blind corners."
$34 - $72 / night
"Besides the lake being a one minute walk from your site they also had super clean restrooms with running water. The view of the lake is amazing! The drive up was nice too. The fishing was amazing!!"
ScoutHung iut here for a few weeks. Awesome views. Quiet with only occasional road noise. Conveniences (gas, groceries, dump station, restaurant, etc.) within 10 miles. Excellent Verizon signal (for data).
TravelerEasy to drive in but don’t pass that sign that says “4 wheeled only” with an RV. We have a 24ft and had a perfectly leveled spot underneath a large tree. You can see the lake from there. We took a bicycle ride in to the “south Tufa” which is only 2 miles away. Watched the sunset there, magical!
TravelerThis beautiful site is geared more for tent camping. There are two RV spots with water & power hook ups but those are really tight, right next to the road for easy access. The RV sites don’t have the gorgeous views the tent sites have. Beautiful rolling hills, a small pond, and big trees create a nice athmosphere, and it is nice to walk around the campsite with dogs. This location is really close to the King’s Canyon NP entrance. Overall good but would not stay here with an RV.
GuideLake George was the perfect camp spot for our 4 night stay. It is first come first serve. We stayed in site 14 - the mountain side or tree side is better because it’s not windy at all! All the spots with lake view are very windy and it can be cold even in the summer! The bathrooms are super clean and have real toilets. No showers though! There is lots to do in the area and Lake George isn’t nearly as busy as Lake Mary/ Pine City camp. Although there is day use areas and it can be busy with fishing. Lots of wildlife in the area, so use the Bear box and keep food in containers. Even the chipmunks, birds, and mice will get into your stuff. I saw chipmunks trying to break into tents. This site is small RV/Trailer friendly - we stayed in our truck camper. This is NOT for big rigs or class A RVs. Also no hookups but they have a water spyket. Beware of elevation if you are not used to it - it’s at a whopping 9,250 feet and I was sick for 2 days. It’s $34 a night and quiet hours are 10pm-6am. Generators are aloud just not during quiet hours. Bring your paddle board or kayak and hit the water! It’s so beautiful here.
ScoutNice shot in the middle of town. Easy walk to all u need. Great cell service. Beautiful views of river. Clean
ScoutEasy access, remote without being too far, private and spread out
ScoutI spent a week here, making it worthwhile to unload the electric pop-up camper (w/ electric jacks) from my truck. My canopy @rear (facing west) was very welcome, as the dead scrub offers absolutely NO shade. It was charred from a recent burn, making for excellent campfires! The cab-over cantilever @front (facing east) also gave shade in the late afternoon heat! I brought two additional tanks of water, allowing for refreshing showers in this arid desert environment.
From Navy Beach Rd, I drove 3/4 miles east on FS-1N54, until I crossed into Inyo NF territory, @ a juncture. After another 1/2 mile on E Shore Rd, I found a clearing suitable for my camper, @1/2 mile from the shore. In another 3 miles, there is a very nice cul-de-sac turn-around, which, @50' x 100', looks large enough to accommodate a half-dozen vehicles. In another 5 miles, you cross from USFS into a local tract of land. While BLM territory surrounds the entire lake, it is more than 1 mile away from shore. Beware of very soft sand I encountered beyond my campsite. Some sections were like 'quicksand', forcing me to air-down to 15 PSI. It challenged my 'Limited Slip' Tundra, so an AWD car could get in serious trouble. The only people I saw were in two jeeps that passed-by my camp, backtracking out 1/2 hour later. From my bed, I heard (but did not see - new moon) several animal visitors. They only come out at night...
In spite of the seclusion, my camp was actually quite close to main roads, so I spent a lot of time out sight-seeing. I was also close enough to Navy Beach to launch my kayak @sunrise, when the water is dead-calm. Ocean-type squalls can flare up with no warning, because of the wide-open desert terrain. I got a permit to camp on Phoe Island from a Ranger @Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center. However, after he showed me photos of squalls & told of numerous drowned kayakers, I thought better of it...
Travelerpitch your tent in a beautiful grove of sequoias - including the massive stumps left over from fallen giants - on the edge of a meadow filled with lupine, aspen, and a sweet little creek. took a chance on the rare possibility of a cancellation and it somehow paid off. hosts keep the facilities super clean, it's quiet at night even with a full campground, and the stargazing is incredible. smells amazing, too. definitely the princess of all campgrounds. in close range to hume lake for swimming and general grant village for phone service, food, and supplies.
TravelerCattle have been in the springs, fresh cow pies all over. They have trampled the pipe that fills the rock tub. Don’t camp here expecting a hot springs.
Camping near Lakeshore, California, offers a mix of stunning nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are some great spots to explore.
Camping near Lakeshore, California, has something for everyone, from beautiful views to family-friendly activities. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Lakeshore, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Lakeshore, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 407 campgrounds and RV parks near Lakeshore, CA and 75 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Lakeshore, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lakeshore, CA is Camp Edison with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lakeshore, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 75 free dispersed camping spots near Lakeshore, CA.
What parks are near Lakeshore, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Lakeshore, CA that allow camping, notably Sierra National Forest and Pine Flat Lake.
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