Marmot Rock Campground sits at the southern end of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's Courtright Reservoir in the Sierra National Forest. The lake is popular for fishing and boating. With a 10 MPH speed limit, Courtright is enjoyed by paddlers in kayaks and canoes.
Trails lead into the Dinkey Creek and John Muir wildernesses. Bring your camera for stunning photos of this beautiful mountain lake. The long drive to the campground deters some campers. It is 34 miles from Shaver Lake to the campground.
Marmot Rock Campground has 15 walk-in, tent-only campsites. Sites tend to be close together. Most sites are tucked in the shade of a lodgepole pine forest, others are more open with wonderful lake views. A 2-night minimum stay is required when making reservations.
| Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Marmot Rock Campground Location: | South shore of Courtright Reservoir not far from the dam |
| Elevation: | 8,200 feet |
| Mileage from gateway cities: | Fresno - 84 miles |
| Camping Season: | Open mid-June through mid-October
Check exact opening-closing dates: PG&E Campgrounds - Opening, Closing, Fees |
| Number of Sites: | 15 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($5 fee per night for 2nd vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended, $2 per night per pet |
| Operated by | Pacific Gas and Electric |
| Information: | High Sierra Ranger District: (559) 855-5355 PG&E: (559) 442-5576 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Marmon Rock Campground reservations become availalble in mid-April for camping dates in mid-July through early September. |
| Booking Window: | See PG&E's Reservation Information below |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | none designated |
| Fees: | $24 per night if water is available
$18 per night at overflow site and when water not available |
| Reservations: | Marmot Rock Campground Reservations
$8 reservation fee |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 11:00 AM |
| Marmot Rock Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsite amenities: | Picnic table, grill, bear-proof food storage locker; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Nearby facilities: | Wishon Village, 9 miles to the south with store and boat rentals |
| Attractions near Marmot Rock Campground: | Visit Courtright Day Use Area and Wee-Mee-Kute Fishing access. Fish the lake for brown, rainbow and brook trout. Hike 6 miles to the Dinkey Lakes or follow trails to John Muir Wilderness. Maxson Trailhead is the beginning of the 31-mile Dusy-Ershim off highway vehicle route.
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated February 2025 |
Marmot Rock Campground
PG&E has updated its reservations dates for 2025:
April 15, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for all camping dates.
Many PG&E campgrounds (except group campgrounds), including those with reservations available, also have some first-come, first-serve sites.
Marmot Rock Campground
Pacific Gas and Electric Corporation operates Courtright and Wishon reservoirs. The two lakes are part of PG&E's hydroelectric facilities. Those camped at Marmot Rock Campground at Courtright Reservoir enjoy wonderful fishing and boating.
Check PG&E - Marmot Rock Campground for any campground updates.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
