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.…
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
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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