Can you reserve a site at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?

Yes, Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?

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

Are pets allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA).

Are campfires allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?

Campfires are allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA), California — 24 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Rock Creek Campground will be closed until further notice 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.

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.

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.

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.

The facts

Season: May – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
24 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES

Site types

24 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

24 campsites at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
002	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
003	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
004	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
005	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
006	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
007	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
008	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
009	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
010	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
011	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
012	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
013	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
FS1-20	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
FS1-20N	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
FS1-30	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
FS1-30N	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
FS2-30	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	10	🐾
FS2-30N	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	12	🐾
M1	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
M2	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
M3	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
M4	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—
M5	AREA ROCK CREEK (SIERRA NATL FORES	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—

Getting there

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.

37.29111, -119.35944 · 37°17'28.0"N 119°21'34.0"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, 8.8 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 Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)

Can you reserve a site at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?: Yes, Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA) have?: 24 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?: 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA).
Are campfires allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)?: Campfires are allowed at Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$23.62 ($26.22)* per night, single site $47.24 ($52.44)* per night, double site $7.00 per night, per additional vehicle *(taxes included)

Restrictions:

Maximum length of stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 30' Maximum group size = 6 per site

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)

Fish Creek (Ca) 2.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mammoth Pool 4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sweetwater 5.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mile High Vista Observation Site 1.9 mi · Facility
Mammoth Pool Recreation Area 3.9 mi · Facility
Whisky Falls Campground 4.5 mi · Campground
Placer Campground 5.5 mi · Campground
Soda Springs Campground 6.4 mi · Campground
Little Jackass Campground 7.6 mi · Campground
West Kaiser Campground 7.6 mi · Campground
Gaggs Camp Campground 7.7 mi · Campground
Whiskers Campground 7.8 mi · Campground

Contact

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

Rock Creek (Sierra National Forest, CA)