Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)
Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)
Part of Sierra National Forest
Overview
Rock Creek Campground will be closed the entire 2020 - 2025 camping season due to a massive hazard tree removal.
Rock Creek Campground sits on a large, sandy flat under a grove of oak, pine and cedar trees. The sites are divided into three sections, with Rock Creek running through the middle. One section of the camp sits nearest the access road; the other two sections can be reached via a bridge over Rock Creek. On this side, the largest section is located in closest to the swimming holes and rock water slide in the area.
Facilities
Each campsite has a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Parking spurs are paved and dirt-surfaced. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Supplies can be purchased at Wagner's Mammoth Pool Resort.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.
Rock Creek Campground is located close to Mammoth Pool Reservoir near the Ansel Adams Wilderness. This area is known for its jagged peaks, including 13,157-foot Mt. Ritter, and numerous lakes and streams.
Recreation
Swimming holes can be found along the creek, and the campground's proximity to Mammoth Pool Reservoir provides even more recreational activities, including fishing, boating and hiking.Nearby Attractions
The campground is located off the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, an 83-mile driving route with views of some of the Sierra National Forest's most striking landmarks.Important Notices
- Maximum vehicle size is 30 feet
- In accordance with standard industry practices, Sierra Recreation will be assessing a $10 additional vehicle fee per day on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as one vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
- This facility is operated by Sierra Recreation, A Division of California Land Management, and your comments are appreciated; comment forms are available from campground hosts or on CLM's website
- Click here for more information about Sierra National Forest
- Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierra National Forest Headquarters, (559) 297-0706.
- No more than two pets per site
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals
Available Activities
- SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
From Fresno, California, take Highway 41 north. Turn east on Forest Road 200 and pass through North Fork. Take Minarets Road east for 22 miles to Rock Creek Campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 559-642-3212
CARental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS1-20N, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS1-30, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS1-30N, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS2-30, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS1-20, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site M3, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site M1, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site M4, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site M2, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site FS2-30N, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site M5, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES, Type Standard Nonelectric
