Dorabelle Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Operates May through October. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Forest fire danger is currently high but no active fire restrictions. Maximum 14-day stay with 2-night minimum on weekends and 3-night minimum on holidays.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 29 at 10:54AM PDT until November 1 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 inches between 7500 and 9500 feet, and up to 11 inches above 9500 feet. * WHERE...Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge, Kings Canyon NP, Sequoia NP, Upper San Joaquin River, and Yosemite NP outside of the valley. * WHEN...From 8 AM PDT Saturday to 7 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
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.…
Forest Order removes Fish Camp, Soda Springs, and Little Jackass from closure list
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 05‑15‑00‑26‑11 removes Fish Camp, Soda Springs, and Little Jackass from closure list; temporarily closes certain recreation sites, roads, and trails identified in Exhibits A and B as a public safety precaution due to widespread hazard…
About
Dorabelle Campground is a popular family destination in Sierra National Forest, located in the town of Shaver Lake at 5,500 feet elevation. The 68-site campground spreads across two loops, offering a variety of settings from heavily shaded sites beneath fir, cedar, and pine trees to more open sites with views of Shaver Lake. Each site features a dirt parking spur, picnic table, fire ring with grill, and accommodates vehicles up to 40 feet. The campground serves as an excellent base for the area's diverse recreation. Five hiking trails depart directly from camp: Dinkey Road (0.5 mi), Musick Meadow (0.75 mi), Peninsula Loop (1 mi), Burr Meadow (1.5 mi), and Osprey Cove (2 mi). A boat launch is nearby, and boats can be moored close to camp. Shaver Lake supports kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass, catfish, and bluegill. Swimming, kayaking, water skiing, and jet skiing are popular. Vault toilets and drinking water from a hand pump are provided. A campground host is on site. Maximum stay is 14 days with a limit of 6 people per site. Two pets per site are allowed, leashed at all times. Weekend stays require a 2-night minimum; holidays require 3 nights.
Directions
From Clovis, take Highway 168 north for 49 miles to the town of Shaver Lake. Turn right on Dorabelle Road (just after the gas station and mini mart) and travel 0.5 miles to the campground. Registration is at the campground entry station.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $48 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| vista@vista-rec.com | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 841-3533 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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