Rock Creek
Closed until further notice for hazard tree removal. The closure began in 2020 and has extended beyond its originally projected end date. No reopening timeline has been announced.
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…
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
About
Rock Creek Campground occupies a large sandy flat shaded by oaks, pines, and cedars in the Sierra National Forest. The 24-site campground is divided into three distinct sections, with Rock Creek flowing through the center. One section sits near the access road while the other two are reached via a bridge crossing the creek. The largest section on the far side provides closest access to the popular swimming holes and natural rock water slide. The campground offers vault toilets and each site has a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Parking spurs are a mix of paved and dirt surfaces. The maximum vehicle length is 30 feet, and stays are limited to 14 days. Pets are allowed with a maximum of two per site. Located near Mammoth Pool Reservoir and the Ansel Adams Wilderness, the area offers excellent recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking. The campground sits along the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, an 83-mile route showcasing some of the Sierra National Forest's most dramatic landscapes.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north. Turn right onto Road 200 and travel east through North Fork. Continue on Minarets Road (Forest Road 81) for 22 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $41 - $82 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 877-2218 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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