Deer Creek
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates June through October. Reservations available up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov with a 2-night minimum on weekends and 3-night minimum on holidays. 14-day maximum stay.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
SNF Rec Site Road Trail Closure Order
Forest Order No. 05-15-00-26-01 will be effective from March 25, 2026, through July 27, 2026. It allows for the continuation of repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails and supersedes Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-19.
Occupancy limitations
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…
Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure 05-15-00-25-19
Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.
Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure
Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.
Temporary Fire Restrictions from Order 05-15-00-25-07 Lifted
Effective October 11, 2025, the Sierra National Forest is lifting temporary fire restrictions placed into effect by Forest Order 05-15-00-25-07 on June 27, 2025. Criteria for enacting and the lifting of fire restrictions through forest orders are based on National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS)…
Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
Wilderness Use Restrictions
Wilderness use restrictions within the Ansel Adams, John Muir, Kaiser, Dinkey Lakes, and Monarch Wildernesses located in the Sierra National Forest
Food Refuse Storage Order
Possessing or storing any food or refuse within a Developed Recreation Site in a manner that allows bears or other wildlife to gain access is prohibited
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 3:51AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Low-end storm total of 10 inches and high-end total of 30 inches expected in Madera and Mariposa Counties and Yosemite National Park above 7,000 ft. Winds gusting to 55 mph or higher. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
From Recreation.gov
**WATER ALERT FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: Please fill your water tanks prior to your arrival. Water tanks may not be filled at the campground. The available potable water is not for filling tanks. Thank you.**
About
Deer Creek Campground is located along the scenic shore of Huntington Lake in Sierra National Forest, tucked beneath dense fir and pine forest at approximately 7,000 feet elevation. The campground features two distinct loops offering different camping experiences. The first loop is more heavily forested with numerous sites directly along the lakeshore, while the second loop provides more open, sunny sites with closer access to the nearby resort community of Lakeshore. All sites feature paved parking spurs and offer views of Huntington Lake, which is particularly scenic during the annual sailboat regatta. The location provides excellent access to outdoor recreation. Huntington Lake offers swimming, sailing, boating, fishing, and water skiing, with a public boat launch between College and Deer Creek campgrounds. Boats can be moored near some campsites. Hikers can explore nearby trails including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools, and Black Point, or access the 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail connecting to the extensive Kaiser Wilderness trail network. The adjacent Billy Creek Guard Station Museum provides historical context about Huntington Lake, Native Americans, and Forest Service history. California Land Management sponsors interpretive programs and nature walks throughout the summer season at various Huntington Lake locations. The campground sits within the spectacular Sierra National Forest landscape, characterized by rolling oak foothills transitioning to heavily forested middle elevations and the stark alpine beauty of the High Sierra.
Directions
Take Highway 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. Continue around Huntington Lake for 1.2 miles to Deer Creek Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $92 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| vista@vista-rec.com | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 893-2111 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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