U.S. Forest Service · Sierra National Forest · CA

Deer Creek

Deer Creec CampgroundPhoto · T Sarkisian
OpenSeason 06-01 – 09-30
ReservableAccess
28Sites
40 ftMax rig

The place

Deer Creek Campground is located in California Sierra National Forest. The campground is tucked under dense fir and pines along the shore of Huntington Lake and offers scenic lake views, especially during the annual sailboat regatta. Boats can be moored near some of the camp sites. There are two loops to this campground: one is more heavily forested with more sites along the lake, and the other has more open and sunny sites with closer access to the resort community of Lakeshore. All sites have a view of Huntington Lake. Keep reading

Recreation There are many hiking trails in the area, including Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools and Black Point. Hikers and horseback riders can access the 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail, which connects to a network of trails within the Kaiser Wilderness. Huntington Lake offers many activities, including swimming, sailing, boating, non-motorized boating, fishing and water skiing. Additionally, California Land Management sponsors a variety of interpretive programs and nature walks throughout the summer at several locations in the Huntington Lake area. Facilities Each site has a paved parking spur, table, fire ring, and grill. A pay phone, drinking water, flush toilets and accessible flush toilets are provided. Natural Features The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra. Nearby Attractions Deer Creek Campground's proximity to the Kaiser Wilderness offers the chance to explore a wide network of hiking trails. This wilderness area is known for its scenic alpine and meadow views. The Billy Creek Guard Station Museum is adjacent to the campground. It provides historical overviews on Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308. Charges & Cancellations Rules & Reservation Policies As you make travel plans that include reservations on Recreation.gov, there are standard policies that apply to most locations of which you should be aware. Do keep in mind, however, that there are many exceptions, so it is best to review reservation information listed on individual facility pages for those policies and procedures that pertain to your specific locations. Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Tours & Tickets: You may request changes to tour dates at no cost before the arrival date. If you cancel before your tour date, you may be eligible for a refund. Cancellation fees apply. Please check the tour facility description details page for cancellation policies. Permits: Varies by location. Please check the permit details for the permit location. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they wil

The sites · 28

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
DEER CREEK001standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK002standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK003standard nonelectric25 ft
DEER CREEK004standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK005standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK006standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK007standard nonelectric25 ft
DEER CREEK008standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK009standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK010standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK011standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK012standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK013standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK014standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK015standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK016standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK017standard nonelectric40 ft
DEER CREEK018standard nonelectric35 ft
DEER CREEK019standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK020standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK021standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK022standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK023standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK024standard nonelectric30 ft
DEER CREEK025standard nonelectric25 ft
DEER CREEK026standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK027standard nonelectric20 ft
DEER CREEK028standard nonelectric30 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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