Shaver Free Campsite campground
Shaver Free Campsite
Reservations are not accepted at Shaver Free Campsite, making it a first-come, first-served campground. This allows for a more spontaneous camping experience, but it also means that the availability of campsites may vary depending on the time of year and the demand from other campers. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early, especially during weekends and peak seasons.
The best time of year to visit Shaver Free Campsite is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is more mild and the campground is less crowded. Summer months can be hot, so it is important to come prepared with proper sun protection and ample water supplies. As for things to be cautious about, several sources mention that the area is prone to bear activity. Campers are advised to store food securely and follow all bear safety guidelines to ensure a safe camping experience.
Overall, Shaver Free Campsite offers a scenic and well-equipped camping area for those looking to enjoy the beauty of California's outdoors.
What's on-site at Shaver Free Campsite
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Shaver Free Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Swanson | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Camp Chawanakee | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dorabelle Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Dorabelle | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Shaver Free Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin R Bl Friant Ca | 471 cfs | → |
| Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs | → |
| Big C Div Nr Fish Camp Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Mf San Joaquin R Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 531 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,480 cfs | → |
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 140 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Shaver Free Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Tamarack Summit | 0.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Huntington Lake | 1.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kaiser Point | 1.0 in | 0.9 in | → |
| Upper Burnt Corral Meadow | 17.8 in | -0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chilkoot Meadow | 0.4 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poison Ridge | 0.9 in | -0.1 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wildlife Area Kinsman Flat
- Wilderness Kaiser
- Wilderness Dinkey Lakes
- Big Table Mountain Ecological Reserve
- Millerton Lake State Recreation Area
- Wilderness Ansel Adams
Boat launches
- Redinger Boating Site
- Huntington Boat Ramp & Launching Site
- Sunnyslope Road 30796, Sanger
- Mammoth Pool Rd, California
- San Joaquin River Trail, Friant
- Florence Lake Boating Site
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Blue Canyon Vista Observation Site
- Delilah Lookout
- Dunlap Vista
- Vermillion View Observation Site
- Boole Tree
- Converse Basin Grove
Paddle runs
- Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River To Hells Half Acre
- Blarney Meadows To South End Of Florence Lake
- Hot Springs Area To West End Of Blarney River
- Northwest Boundary Of Nf/Kings Canyon Np To Hot Springs Area
- Outlet Of Martha Lake (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Northwestern Boundary Of Kings Canyon National Park
- Rainbow Falls To Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Shaver Free Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Shaver Free Campsite
Can I make reservations at Shaver Free Campsite?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Shaver Free Campsite?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Shaver Free Campsite.