No one is immune to the hassle and bustle of everyday life especially if one works or lives in big metropolitan cities. One needs to have a break in order to keep healthy and ensure that the family is also happy. Shaver Lake camping could be just what is needed to bring that relaxed feeling to everyone even if it is just for a few weeks.
It is an artificial reservoir that is used to store water situated in the National forest of Fresno County. There are many smaller streams that flow into the lake and it also gets its supply from underground tunnels. It was completed in 1927 and was built in fifteen meter blocks with copper sheeting to help keep it leak free. A small amount of water is fed off into Stevenson Creek for wildlife and the rest is diverted to Big Creek where it will help to power hydroelectric plants.
The town which was formerly named Musick Creek does not have many occupants. In 2010 it was estimated that only about six hundred and thirty four people lived there. In the beginning the lake was made to operate as a mill pond and it was forty two miles long. The original town was later destroyed as that land was used to make the lake larger.
They have enough camp sites for two hundred and fifty two visitors with clean restrooms, stores as well as a Laundromat and fish cleaning stations. Some sites can accommodate up to three tents with room for pop up trailers. Each site has a cook centre and hose bib. Many have a view of the water and some are even on the reservoir itself.
They are open all year and the average amount per night is $39. They can however range from $30 - $48 depending on the amount of people and camping units used. For a group of people the rates can be from $150 to $375 per night.
The lake itself is breathtaking with all the trees and granite outcroppings which make up about ninety percent of the shoreline. There are many wake free covers where boats can be anchored while people play and splash in the water. All kinds of water crafts are welcome. These range from kayaks, deck boats, canoes, sail boats and jet skis.
For those that are able to sleep on their crafts this is allowed but sleeping on the shoreline is prohibited. Launching of boats can be done either in the campground itself or at the north end just past the dam. They are both full service marinas with supplies and fuel and for those that do not own a boat these are available for hire as well.
During the rainy season, camping can be a problem as the reservoir fills and the shore has limited space to set up on. There is a little shop that offers ice, drinks, fuel as well as fishing equipment. This is an experience that will keep one coming back as often as possible, to relive the moments of fun and being one with the wild time and again.
It is an artificial reservoir that is used to store water situated in the National forest of Fresno County. There are many smaller streams that flow into the lake and it also gets its supply from underground tunnels. It was completed in 1927 and was built in fifteen meter blocks with copper sheeting to help keep it leak free. A small amount of water is fed off into Stevenson Creek for wildlife and the rest is diverted to Big Creek where it will help to power hydroelectric plants.
The town which was formerly named Musick Creek does not have many occupants. In 2010 it was estimated that only about six hundred and thirty four people lived there. In the beginning the lake was made to operate as a mill pond and it was forty two miles long. The original town was later destroyed as that land was used to make the lake larger.
They have enough camp sites for two hundred and fifty two visitors with clean restrooms, stores as well as a Laundromat and fish cleaning stations. Some sites can accommodate up to three tents with room for pop up trailers. Each site has a cook centre and hose bib. Many have a view of the water and some are even on the reservoir itself.
They are open all year and the average amount per night is $39. They can however range from $30 - $48 depending on the amount of people and camping units used. For a group of people the rates can be from $150 to $375 per night.
The lake itself is breathtaking with all the trees and granite outcroppings which make up about ninety percent of the shoreline. There are many wake free covers where boats can be anchored while people play and splash in the water. All kinds of water crafts are welcome. These range from kayaks, deck boats, canoes, sail boats and jet skis.
For those that are able to sleep on their crafts this is allowed but sleeping on the shoreline is prohibited. Launching of boats can be done either in the campground itself or at the north end just past the dam. They are both full service marinas with supplies and fuel and for those that do not own a boat these are available for hire as well.
During the rainy season, camping can be a problem as the reservoir fills and the shore has limited space to set up on. There is a little shop that offers ice, drinks, fuel as well as fishing equipment. This is an experience that will keep one coming back as often as possible, to relive the moments of fun and being one with the wild time and again.
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