Trimmer Campground
Trimmer Campground is a small facility on the shore of Pine Flat Lake in central California. Pine Flat Lake spans 20 miles in length and boasts 67 miles of shoreline. The lake, formed in 1954 with the completion of the Pine Flat Dam on the Kings River, is a recreation oasis for the area. Visitors can fish, boat, swim, hike and hunt from the facility, and several other activities can be accessed within a short drive.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 5 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 06 | Tent only | Back-in | 27 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 07 | Tent only | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 08 | Tent only | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Tent only | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Tent only | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground is a small, single-looped facility with 10 individual campsites overlooking Pine Flat Lake. Each campsite features a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. The campground has a well lit, accessible restroom with flush toilets and free hot showers. A boat ramp and courtesy dock are adjacent to the campground, and a marina is close by.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Fresno, California, travel east on Highway 180/Kings Canyon Highway to Academy Avenue. Turn left onto Academy Avenue, and then turn right on Belmont Avenue. Continue traveling for approximately 26 miles; the entrance to Trimmer Recreation Area is on the right.
| Nearest town | Piedra, California |
| Coordinates | 36.9044° N, 119.2936° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
20 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
21 mi from the campground
- WildfireLand
24 mi from the campground · 20 acres
- WildfireDome
49 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Shaver Lake Sports ↗ | 14 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 15.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 45.6 mi |
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Trimmer Campground
Worth a stop
Visitors can head upstream on Kings River to find superb whitewater rafting in spring and early summer, and scenic drives through Sierra National Forest and Kings Canyon National Park never cease to impress.
- 12.9 miHermit's Hole Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 13.7 mi
- 14.7 miTrails End Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 15 miKings River Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 4.3 miSecate Ridge2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.9 miWelata0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sierra National Forest.
- inSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
- 8.9 miJohn Muir Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 652,903 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Dinkey Creek BridgeStructure · Dinkey Creek · 13.6 mi
Natural features
Pine Flat Lake is situated where oak and pine forests meet in the foothills of the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. It sits in Kings Canyon at the western edge of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Wildlife spotting opportunities include bobcats and red-tailed hawks.
Recreation
Boating, jet skiing, water skiing and fishing are some of the most popular activities at the lake, and a full-service marina is available. The lake and surrounding watersheds have great fishing. Anglers will find wild trout above and in the lake, as well as large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and planted trout.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Trimmer Campground?
Sites at Trimmer Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Trimmer Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Trimmer Campground have?
10 sites, including 5 tent-only sites and 5 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Trimmer Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Trimmer Campground?
The campground has a well lit, accessible restroom with flush toilets and free hot showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Trimmer Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Trimmer Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Trimmer Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Trimmer Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Trimmer Campground?
Boating, jet skiing, water skiing and fishing are some of the most popular activities at the lake, and a full-service marina is available. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Trimmer Campground?
Piedra, California. Visitors can head upstream on Kings River to find superb whitewater rafting in spring and early summer, and scenic drives through Sierra National Forest and Kings Canyon National Park never cease to impress.
Source: Getting there
What if Trimmer Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Island Park (3 mi, partly first-come), Pine Flat Campground (5.9 mi, first-come), and Kirch Flat Campground (8.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby