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Lilypad Campground @ Lake Wishon Reservoir
\nSierra National Forest, California<\/h4>\n

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The long journey up the mountain into the Sierra National Forest<\/a> is only for the true adventure seekers. First off, get a good forest map<\/a>. Second, plan several days if not a full week off of work to explore this region in depth. It is a long drive from most anywhere in California, and this spot is way, way tucked back in there right up against the High Sierra peaks and wildness.<\/p>\n

East of in Fresno, historic village of Clovis<\/a> is a good lunch stop in route. Drive up mountain on Hwy. 168, turn right at Shaver Lake on to Dinkey Creek Rd. Now you will clock the mileage 28.7 miles to the camp. Drive past McKinley Grove<\/a> and past Dinkey Creek<\/a>. Follow signs to Wishon Reservoir. This campground is located adjacent to the road before you reach the dam.<\/p>\n

All this travel time will have you asking ‘is it worth it’? The answer is ‘yes’….. if you want an uncrowded lake with plenty of wilderness surrounding you. Granite rock and forest all around. Lake Wishon is a hydroelectric reservoir operated by PG&E<\/p>\n

Lily Pad Campground<\/h3>\n

Central Sierra Camping – Wishon Lake<\/a><\/p>\n

High Sierra Rangers Office: 559-855-5355<\/p>\n

\u2022 Elevation: 6,500′
\n\u2022 Number of Sites: 15
\n\u2022 Camping Reservations: No
\n\u2022 Sites Available: First come, First serve
\n\u2022 Vehicle Accessibility: 35′ limit on RVs & trailers
\n\u2022 Length of Stay: 14 Days
\n\u2022 Toilet: Vault
\n\u2022 Water: Piped
\n\u2022 Season: Closed in Winter Snow
\n\u2022 Fee: Yes<\/p>\n

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Large granite boulder coves provide cubby-hole privacy w\/ shady trees and well spaced camp sites. Very unique design with paved driveways, adequate for handicapped camping with some sites with better access than others. 4 camp sites are considered walk-in sites.<\/p>\n

Lake views from camps are only a mere climb up to the top of the nearest granite, which will show you just how close you are sleeping to the big water.<\/p>\n

As with any Sierra location, holiday and summer weekends are the most busy. Tourists, family campers and RVers are all out enjoying the sunshine. Mid-week camping is good for fishing, relaxing w\/ peace and quiet. Off season is best for having the place to yourself.<\/p>\n

Outdoor recreation in the area include – hiking, camping, backpacking, rock climbing, mountaineering, sightseeing, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, off-roading, creek fishing, lake fishing.<\/p>\n