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The Best Camping in Shaver Lake

Looking for the best camping in Shaver Lake? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Shaver Lake. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top camping spots in and near Shaver Lake

  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Swanson Campground

    5.0
    / 5709 ft gain
    Swanson Meadow Campground is a small campground that operates on a first come, first serve basis. The campground is very close to the shore of Shaver Lake and all the activities associated - fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, swimming, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, stargazing, and more. Boats are ...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Bretz Mill Campground

    4.0
    / 3286 ft gain
    Bretz Mill Campground is truly one of a kind - no fee, open year round, first come, first serve. This is a wonderful campground is an oasis for those seeking to picnic, cool off during hot summer days, or explore snowy trails. This is also a great place to spend the night when many campgrounds at...
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  • North Fork, California

    Camp at Redinger Campground

    / 1426 ft gain
    Redinger Campground is fee-free, and operates on a first-come first-serve basis. The campground permits tent, trailer, and RV camping and offers vault toilets. Redinger campground is handicap accessible. You must obtain a permit to have a campfire. Bring enough clean water for cooking and drinkin...
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  • Lakeshore, California

    Coyote Lake OHV Trail

    20.3 mi / 2703 ft gain
    Coyote Lake OHV Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeshore, California.
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Brewer Lake OHV Trail

    6.55 mi / 676 ft gain
    Brewer Lake OHV Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Shaver Lake, California.
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  • North Fork, California

    Camp at Smalley Cove Campground

    3.0
    / 1045 ft gain
    This campground operates on a first-come first-serve basis. Oaks and pine trees provide adequate shade. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and grill. The campground provides toilets and drinking water. Smalley Cove Campground is typically open year-round, but check with the U.S. Forest...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Mystery Lake Trail

    3.29 mi / 423 ft gain
    Mystery Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Shaver Lake, California.
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Dinkey Lakes Trail

    7 mi / 968 ft gain
    Dinkey Lakes Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Shaver Lake, California.
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Dinkey Lakes and Dusy-Ershim OHV Loop

    17.49 mi / 2776 ft gain
    Dinkey Lakes and Dusy-Ershim OHV Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Shaver Lake, California.
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Gigantea Campground

    3.0
    / 6326 ft gain
    Gigantea Campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. The campground is well shaded by sweet-smelling cedar, fir, and pine trees. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and grill. Trash service is not provided, so pack out everything you bring in. The campground offers potable water...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Buck Meadow Campground

    / 6821 ft gain
    The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. The maximum group size is 6 people per campsite. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and a grill. The campground remains open from May - September. The camping fee is $22/night and $7/night for additional vehicles. Pets are allowed. 
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  • Lakeshore, California

    Hike to George Lake

    5.0
    9.2 mi / 1050 ft gain
    The hike to George Lake starts out about 4 miles after you turn off 168 onto Kaiser Pass Rd. You'll want to park at the parking lot right before Badger Flat Campground. The parking lot is easy to notice and it is located on the right hand side of the road, two pit toilets and bear lockers are loc...
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  • Lakeshore, California

    Camp at West Kaiser Campground

    / 5583 ft gain
    West Kaiser Campground operates on a first come, first serve basis and is free. The campground has 10 sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. There is not potable water, so bring as much as you need to drink and cook. West Kaiser is open from June - December, weather dependent.  The...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Trapper Springs Campground

    4.5
    / 8375 ft gain
    Potable water and toilets are available at the campground. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and grill. 7 campsites are handicap accessible. Maximum group size at this campground is 6 people per site. The campground is open from May - September. The campground fee is $24 per night, additi...
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  • Madera County, California

    Camp at Willow Placer Campground

    / 1067 ft gain
    Willow Placer Campground is conveniently near to Yosemite's Wawona entrance, Mono Hot Springs, and a wide trail system in Sierra National Forest. The campground is open year round, and operates on a first-come first-serve basis. The campground is owned by Bureau of Land Management. There is a $1...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Marmot Rock Campground

    / 8205 ft gain
    Located on the Courtright Reservoir, Marmot Rock Campground is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The Courtright Reservoir is great for boating and fishing. Trails access John Muir Wilderness, perfect for hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and backpacking.  Marmot Rock ...
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