Swanson Campground
Closed for hazard tree removal. Normal operating season is May through September.
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…
Sierra National Forest Fire Restrictions
This order restricts fire use, smoking, internal combustion engines, and open‑flame tools to specific designated areas or conditions. Outside those approved locations, all such activities are prohibited under 36 C.F.R. § 261.52.
About
Swanson Campground offers a quiet, shaded retreat in the pine forests of Sierra National Forest, located approximately 3 miles from the recreational hub of Shaver Lake. The campground provides basic amenities typical of national forest sites: vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills at each campsite. A campground host is present during the operating season. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring an adequate supply. The nearby town of Shaver Lake provides convenient access to restaurants, fuel, groceries, and fishing supplies. Popular activities in the area include fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking at Shaver Lake. Access is via paved and dirt roads off Dinkey Creek Road. The campground enforces a 25-foot maximum vehicle length, 14-day stay limit, and 6-person maximum per site. Single sites are $32 per night and double sites are $61 per night.
Directions
Take Highway 168 east from Clovis toward Shaver Lake. Before reaching the town, turn right onto Dinkey Creek Road. Travel 3 miles east to Swanson Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $32 - $61 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 855-5355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Swanson Campground | |
| Sierra National Forest Alerts |
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