Dinkey Creek
Dinkey Creek is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 37.06809, -119.15703
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Interpretive Programs, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 559-841-2705
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Dinkey Creek
Overview 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. 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
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Mammoth Community Water District · 41 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- West Air · 42 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 735 designated routes (601 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinkey Creek Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Dinkey | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Summit | National forest camping area | 2.7 mi | — | — |
| Hatch Lake Staging | National forest camping area | 2.9 mi | — | — |
| Radio Camp | National forest camping area | 3.7 mi | — | — |
| Base Camp | National forest camping area | 4.0 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.