Dinkey Creek
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At a Glance
About Dinkey Creek
Dinkey Creek is a national park campground at Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Dinkey Creek is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 50 ft. Campers rate it 4.2/5 across 385 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Sierra National Forest include A Group Group Campground, Gigantea Campground, Dorabelle Campground, Upper Billy Creek Cg and Lower Billy Creek.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 373 · 2024: 606 · 2025: 537
Location
Address
Shaver Lake, California
Coordinates
37.0681, -119.1570
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 1,494 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
A Group Group Campground
Sierra National Forest
Gigantea Campground
Sierra National Forest
Dorabelle Campground
Sierra National Forest
Upper Billy Creek Cg
Sierra National Forest
Lower Billy Creek
Sierra National Forest
College
Sierra National Forest
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Dinkey Creek FAQ
How far in advance should I book Dinkey Creek?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Dinkey Creek?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Dinkey Creek. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Dinkey Creek right now?
Yes! There are currently 374 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Dinkey Creek, with availability on 5 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Dinkey Creek?
Campsite Tonight monitors Dinkey Creek for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 21 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Dinkey Creek located?
Dinkey Creek is located in Sierra National Forest, near Shaver Lake, California.
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