Dorabelle Campground

in Sierra National Forest

The numbers that decide it

Longest rig
Not published
Sites
65
Electric hookups
Not published
Pull-through sites
No
Paved access
Yes
Accessible sites
19
Driveway grade
Slight
Bear boxes
Yes
Campfires
Yes
Shade
Yes
Group sites
6

Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Dorabelle Campground

Dorabelle Campground is a popular family camping destination near Shaver Lake. Some sites offer lake views. Several sites are shaded by a thick stand of fir, cedar and pine trees, while others are more open. The campground has paved access and each site has a dirt parking spur, table, fire ring, and grill. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided. A Campground Host is on site. Surrounded by dense pine forest, the campground is located in the town of Shaver Lake and is a popular destination within the High Sierra Ranger District. It sits at an elevation of 5,500 feet and the lake is known for its variety of fish. This camp is a great base for experiencing the wide variety of recreational activities in the area. There is a boat launch within close proximity to the campground and boats can be moored nearby. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

Before you go

Season

May – October

Reservations

Reservations accepted

Fees

$45 per night, per single site. Holidays/$2.00 additional /night $90.00 per night double site. Holidays/$4.00 additional/night $10 per additional vehicle, per night

Restrictions

Maximum length of stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 40’ Maximum group size = 6 per site 2 night minimum on weekends. 3 night minimum on holidays.

Make it a night on a better road

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