Dinkey Creek

Photo · Tommy Sarkisian

OpenSeason 05-01 – 10-31

ReservableAccess

123Sites

50 ftMax rig

The place

Dinkey Creek is spread out along the banks of its namesake creek in a thick forest of Ponderosa pines and cedars. The facility's high country setting with trees, streams and open space, make it a scenic destination for all types of visitors. Recreation Dinkey Creek has 2 swimming areas: The Slicks and Honeymoon Pool, both of which contain pools carved out of granite. Anglers can fish Dinkey Creek for brown and rainbow trout. Hikers can walk the Dinkey Creek Trail. Mountain bikers also have trail access in this area. Facilities There is a group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. Keep reading

The rest are a mix of standard or tent-only single sites. An on-site amphitheater offers educational programs on summer weekends. There is a picnic site located on large sandy flat above the creek at the north end of the campground. All sites have paved spurs, picnic tables and fire grills; accessible sites are available. Drinking water and both vault and 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (559) 841-2705. Nearby Attractions McKinley Grove is 6 miles away. Famous for its giant Redwoods, the area offers leisurely hikes and picnicking opportunities. 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 will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a custom

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 123

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
B	001	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
B	002	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—	yes
B	003	tent only nonelectric	—	—
B	004	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
B	005	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
B	006	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
B	007	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
B	008	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
B	009	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
B	010	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
B	011	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
B	012	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
B	013	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
B	014	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—
B	015	standard nonelectric	29 ft	—
B	016	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—
B	017	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—	yes
B	018	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
C	019	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
C	020	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	021	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	022	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	023	tent only nonelectric	50 ft	—
C	024	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	025	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
C	026	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	027	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
C	028	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
C	029	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
C	030	tent only nonelectric	35 ft	—
C	031	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
C	032	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
C	033	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
C	034	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
DINK	A	group standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
E	035	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—	yes
E	036	tent only nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	037	tent only nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	038	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	039	tent only nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
E	040	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	041	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	042	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	043	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
E	044	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
E	045	standard nonelectric	—	—
E	046	standard nonelectric	—	—
E	047	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	048	tent only nonelectric	—	—
E	049	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
E	050	tent only nonelectric	—	—
E	051	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	052	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	053	tent only nonelectric	—	—
E	054	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
E	055	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	056	tent only nonelectric	40 ft	—
E	057	tent only nonelectric	—	—
E	058	tent only nonelectric	50 ft	—
E	059	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—

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SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

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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