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Dog-friendly camping near Prather spans tent sites, RV spaces, and glamping options, with pet-friendly campgrounds at destinations like Camp Edison at Shaver Lake, Millerton Lake, and Dorabelle Campground. Millerton Lake State Recreation Area Campground and Dorabelle Campground also allow dogs, with water access points popular among pet owners. Each site typically includes picnic tables and fire rings where dogs can relax alongside their owners. Campers note the campground is maintained well with clean facilities, though some areas have more trash than others. Most campgrounds require dogs to remain on leashes no longer than six feet when outside vehicles or tents, and pet owners must clean up after their animals. Sites at Lost Lake Campground and Yosemite RV Resort accommodate both tent and RV camping with pets, offering additional amenities like drinking water and trash collection.
Hiking trails near San Joaquin River Gorge provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with the trail to the bridge overlooking the gorge particularly popular among pet owners. The clear, accessible water at Millerton Lake allows for dog swimming in designated areas, though water levels can fluctuate seasonally. Shady areas are limited at some campgrounds, so bringing portable shade structures is recommended when camping with pets during summer months. Wildlife encounters are possible, so keeping dogs secured is essential, especially at dawn and dusk. Smalley Cove Campground offers five year-round campsites with clean vault toilets close to the lake, making it convenient for quick pet relief walks. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours when excessive barking must be controlled to respect other campers.
"Shaver Lake is so beautiful! We try to get a campsite next to the water. We also reserve a boat so we can explore the lake."
"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."
from $40 - $105 / night
Check Availability"Enjoyed hiking around the area. Our dogs loved the water. Would definitely stay again. Camp hosts were very friendly and helpful."
"Bathrooms were so-so with regard to cleanliness but most sites had its own access to water which was awesome!"
from $30 - $200 / night
Check Availability"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!"
from $48 - $99 / night
Check Availability"It was quite and have several trails to walk on. Their is a nice that runs by the campgrounds and further down and pass the station where pay the toll to the stake park."
"A few miles out of town, store close by. Usually mostly empty and good privacy"
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Quiet; dog park; pool; playground; fire pit ; only thing is sites and small."
"RV spaces have many different location styles, secluded, views, groups etc.
Large clean pool with a shallow lounging section. Playground. Bathrooms/showers were freshly renovated and clean."
"It's a nice place real nice open large camp area pretty cool nice trail to a bridge overlooking the San Joaquin River gorge I really enjoyed it it's much more fun if you have horses to ride"
"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."
from $47 - $275 / night
Check Availability"Some of them are secluded and separated from others by distance and foliage (including a few with lake views!)"
"Clean drinking water very close walking distance from any site. Water is very close so you can just walk your paddle board or kayak. Clean bathrooms! With real toilets that actually flush."
from $52 - $54 / night
Check Availability"Just minutes from shaver lake and less than an hour away from so many iconic trailheads and wilderness areas. 45 mins from Snow at China Peak, 38 mins from the world's largest trees, dinky creek wilderness"
from $65 - $165 / night
Check Availability"It was a bit of a nightmare getting turned around to back in here (we have a 42’ toy hauler and a 3500 ram DRW with an Andersen hitch), BUT we’ve had an incredible week here."
"The only thing was neighbors were very, very near. But our neighbors were quiet so it wasn't bad. End of March was rainy, so be prepared for rain if you go during that time."
from $10 - $135 / night
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GuideThis would be a great place if it was clean. Lots of junky trailers with junk & garbage. No dog park area, no doggie bags. On positive side, staff is friendly & sites are roomy.
ScoutQuiet; dog park; pool; playground; fire pit ; only thing is sites and small.
GuideFHU with large pull through spots. Quiet place that was nice to spend a few days at while exploring Sequoia and Kings Canyon. Place has grass, dog park, lots of kids play areas, adults game areas, fishing pond, creek and river next to property is very pretty. We really enjoyed it.
RangerThis campground is situated by a lake. Love this spot! You’ll hear all the frogs by night and birds in the morning, great place for fly fishing or cat fishing and nice folks staying here! We had a bit of fun filling the truck up to make a portable pool, it’s quite warm in the summer months but perfect if you’re visiting the Clovis Rodeo!!! A local town isn’t far away. Great place for the family and pet friendly! It is pitch black at night, so bring flashlights. Restrooms are available, some sites have water, and trash dump is available. There’s no place on premise to purchase wood but park rangers operate entry at a booth during business hours for more information during your stay, if needed.
GuideStayed in this Campground for 2 days. They don't have a dog park and there's really nowhere for dogs to go the bathroom. Every time I went to go to the office there was a sign they'd be back in 15 minutes... The dump site I believe was an old camping spot with hose access. It's about 30 minutes from town if you need groceries and 30 minutes from the park depending on traffic. I personally would not stay in this park again.
GuideThis campground has many spread out sites with one pit toilet. There is no water unless you use the creek. Please report any trash or other issues to the Prather Ranger Station. 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. This campground can also be accessed via Big Creek. I recommend checking conditions with the Prather Ranger Station before setting out.
While in the area I recommend visiting the Mt Tom fire lookout if your vehicle is capable. Florence Lake is also recommended. If you have a mountain bike I recommend the road that continues through the campground over a bridge. It is closed to vehicles but climbs to views and remnants of historic tungsten mining.
TravelerThere is a lot of room for a campsite if you are camping with a tent or car camping. The price is reasonable. The restrooms are well maintained with super flush. Waking up next to an amazing views of the formation of rocks are a plus! Went around June, so bring lots of water, pet friendly. Potable waters are provided.
TravelerSites are moderate sized with bear locker, picnic table and fire pit. Campground has flushing toilets, sinks. Campground is close to curry village where showers, pool, market and pizza are available. Campground is near happy isles, where the trailheads for vernal falls, Nevada falls and half dome begin. Great camping spot to see Yosemite valley! Also is pet friendly.
ScoutFound this campground for Memorial Day weekend. What a score. Just 25 minute drive to the entrance of National Park. But did enjoy staying in campground with nice walking trails around the property and peaceful pond to canoe. Missed the hang gliders while I was at Kings Canyon but very interesting folks. Spencer was great about communicating, checking in to see if there was anything needed and providing information about the local area. RV parking area is very open with space between and provides water and sewer and picnic table. Lots of dry grass as is expected this time of year so there were fox tails in the pet fur. Look forward to staying again in the future.
Prather sits at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains at an elevation of 1,654 feet, providing a moderate transition zone between the valley and the high country. Campgrounds in this area often stay open year-round due to milder winter temperatures compared to higher elevations. Water levels at local reservoirs can fluctuate significantly throughout the year, with late spring typically offering optimal conditions.
Paddle at Bass Lake: Spring Cove Campground offers proximity to water activities with easy lake access. "Very nice camp host. Clean drinking water very close walking distance from any site. Water is very close so you can just walk your paddle board or kayak," reports Toni K.
Trail hiking: Hike the trails around San Joaquin River Gorge for impressive views. "It's a nice place real nice open large camp area pretty cool nice trail to a bridge overlooking the San Joaquin River gorge I really enjoyed it," says Aaron M.
Swimming holes: Dinkey Creek Campground features natural swimming areas for summer cooling. "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," shares Michal S.
Flat, maintained sites: Lost Lake Campground offers well-prepared camping areas. "Clean, flat, well cared for campground in a pleasant setting," notes Dan M.
Proximity to town services: Yosemite RV Resort provides convenience while maintaining a natural setting. "Rv spaces have many different location styles, secluded, views, groups etc. Large clean pool with a shallow lounging section. Playground. Bathrooms/showers were freshly renovated and clean. Laundry on site. Clubhouse and small provisions," according to Sherrie R.
Privacy between sites: Camp Edison at Shaver Lake offers well-spaced camping options. "Each site has plenty of room and includes a picnic table and fire pit. It's a short walk to Shaver Lake from virtually any of the sites, and several have a nice view of the lake," explains Angela D.
Seasonal pest issues: Dinkey Creek can have insect problems during certain times. "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," warns Erin S.
Site quality varies significantly: Check campground maps carefully when booking. "Spring Cove is generally a nicely maintained campground, but the quality of the individual sites really varies. Some of them are secluded and separated from others by distance and foliage (including a few with lake views!) and others are right up on each other with very few trees and zero privacy," advises Shannon F.
Wildlife management: Be prepared for ground squirrels and other wildlife. "We would not stay here again until the park gets control of the ground squirrels. We heard stories of cars and RV's being towed out because they chewed through wiring," cautions Tom D. at Millerton Lake State Recreation Area.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Prather: Many campgrounds in the area welcome pets, but have specific guidelines. "Camp Edison is a great campground, super clean! Shaver Lake is so beautiful! We try to get a campsite next to the water. We also reserve a boat so we can explore the lake. We went for the first time a couple years ago and it is now an annual trip that we plan on taking for life, it's that fun! Great for family and friends. Bring the dogs. Enjoy!" shares Steph M.
Playgrounds and amenities: Some sites offer activities beyond hiking. "Kids loved pool and clubhouse. Shopping nearby," reports Tamara P. about Yosemite RV Resort.
Educational opportunities: Look for campgrounds with nature programs. "Camp Edison has great activities during the summer season including guided educational nature walks, both day and evening, as well as kids' movies in the amphitheater. There is also a museum on site that offers activities and fun events like an ice cream social," notes Angela D.
Site levelness: Check reviews specifically for leveling information. "The site wasn't level but was manageable. Bathrooms are outdated but clean, and they charge you an extra $5 to use the showers. During the time I was there, it was a 2 night minimum, which h sucked cause I was just passing through," mentions SpentBrassOffroad B. about Camp Edison.
Limited full hook-up options: Plan accordingly for services. "Sites 120 - 144 offer full hookups. However, the sites are arranged on a parking lot. We were able to get our 43' Blue Bird completely onto site 138. Power was good but there were only 4 of us in the FHU sites," explains Tom D. from Millerton Lake State Recreation Area.
Check-in procedures: Some campgrounds require separate check-in locations. "You are supposed to check in at a different location about ~4mi from the campground, at the other end of the lake. They were very pleasant there, but we were surprised that we had to go so far to get our tag for the site," reports Shannon F. about Spring Cove.
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