Can you reserve a site at Fish Creek (Ca)?

Yes, Fish Creek (Ca) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Fish Creek (Ca)?

20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Fish Creek (Ca)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Fish Creek (Ca).

Are campfires allowed at Fish Creek (Ca)?

Campfires are allowed at Fish Creek (Ca). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Fish Creek (Ca), California — 9 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Fish Creek Campground remains closed due to the 2020 Creek Wildfire.

Fish Creek Campground is a small, primitive camp offering standard and tent-only sites. The campground is surrounded by mountains and tucked into a shady spot beneath oaks and pines. Sites are located along Fish Creek.

Recreation

Hikers can access the nearby French Trail, a 12.7 mile foot trail that extends from Squaw Dome Trailhead to Logan Meadow Trailhead. Other activities include hunting in designated areas and fishing.

Facilities

Each unit has a picnic table, grill and fire ring. Vault toilets are provided, but campers must bring drinking water.

Natural Features

Fish Creek Campground is located in the Bass Lake Ranger District. At an elevation of 3,400 feet, Bass Lake is a very popular area known for its variety of fish, as well as the bald and golden eagles that make their home here.

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

Nearby Mammoth Pool Reservoir offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, hiking and wildlife viewing. Campers can use a pay phone, as well as get gas and supplies at Wagner's Mammoth Pool Resort.

A popular pastime in the area is to take a drive on the 83-mile Sierra Vista Scenic Byway.

The facts

Season: June – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
9 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 20 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: AREA FISH CREEK

Site types

6 Standard Nonelectric
3 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

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9 campsites at Fish Creek (Ca)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
FS1-20	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
FS1-201	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FS1-202	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FS1-203	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FS1-204	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FS1-20N	AREA FISH CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
FT1-20	AREA FISH CREEK	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
FT1-201	AREA FISH CREEK	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FT1-202	AREA FISH CREEK	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	—

Getting there

From Fresno, California: Take Highway 41 north, turn northeast on Forest Road 200 and pass through North Fork. Take Minarets Road (heading east out of North Fork) for 19 miles to the Fish Creek Campground.

37.26117, -119.35613 · 37°15'40.2"N 119°21'22.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 74°F in Aug, down to 43°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	43	44	46	50	56	66	74	74	68	58	49	44
Low °F	24	23	26	29	36	43	49	49	44	37	31	25
Precip in	8.5	7.8	6.8	4.0	2.4	0.7	0.7	0.1	0.4	2.3	3.9	6.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Fish Creek (Ca)

Can you reserve a site at Fish Creek (Ca)?: Yes, Fish Creek (Ca) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Fish Creek (Ca) have?: 9 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Fish Creek (Ca)?: 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Fish Creek (Ca)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Fish Creek (Ca).
Are campfires allowed at Fish Creek (Ca)?: Campfires are allowed at Fish Creek (Ca). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Fish Creek (Ca) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Fish Creek (Ca)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$23.62 ($26.22)* for single site $43.24 ($48.00)* for double site Additional vehicle fee is $7.00 per night, per vehicle *(taxes included)

Restrictions:

Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance. 2 Night Minimum on weekends. 3 Night Minimum on holidays. Maximum RV length 20 feet. Large RV's (over 30') are not recommended. Maximum length of stay is 14 days.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Fish Creek (Ca)

Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA) 2.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mammoth Pool 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sweetwater 7.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lower Billy Creek 7.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Upper Billy Creek CG 7.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mile High Vista Observation Site 4 mi · Facility
Whisky Falls Campground 4.9 mi · Campground
Mammoth Pool Recreation Area 5.9 mi · Facility
Redinger Overlook Observation Site 7 mi · Facility
Placer Campground 7.6 mi · Campground
Soda Springs Campground 8.5 mi · Campground
West Kaiser Campground 8.7 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Fish Creek (Ca)