Musick Creek Falls

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Musick Cove
New
Musick cove
Upper falls
A good place to cool off

  • Nearly wild camping 15 minutes’ drive from Shaver Lake in California
  • General Washington Tree and China Peak ski resort 45 minutes’ drive
  • Private sites with waterfall views and outdoor activities available
There’s remote and then there’s really remote. It could be said that Musick Creek Falls is in the latter category – really remote and utterly spectacular too. Staying here puts you on the edge of the Sierra Nevada range in California, 15 minutes’ drive from Shaver Lake and with 40 acres of stunning and virtually untouched land to explore. This is a magical spot for anyone looking for outdoor experiences from snow skiing, water skiing, hiking or fishing to rock climbing, mountain biking and stargazing – kayaks are free to use too. As well as being home to four awe-inspiring waterfalls and regular vibrant sunsets, Musick Creek Falls is also alive with wildflowers and cedar stands. The road into the property is dirt and gravel, with a few potholes, so negotiate it carefully. There are garbage bins and a composting outhouse next to the shipping container, and decent cell phone reception throughout the property. The owners have spare tents, camping gear and blankets if you forget something. Along with spectacular views, a few simple facilities at each site include firepits, gazebos and seating, otherwise you’re left very much to your own devices. Occasionally a shy timber rattlesnake might put in an appearance, and do be careful when wandering around at night; the terrain is steep and the rocks around the creek and waterfalls can get very slippery.

Campground type

Camper sites 4
RV sites 4
Tent sites 4
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 29 consecutive nights.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Campsite types & availability

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Features

Leisure on park

BMX track Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Waterslide Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Dedicated quiet space Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Musick Creek Falls

Shaver Lake

California

USA

93664

Directions

Timezone

America/Los_Angeles PST (GMT-08:00)

GPS

37.09183°N
-119.34038°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

There are watersports galore available at Shaver Lake (15 minutes’ drive), where you can go jetskiing, boat racing or swimming, stick to the shoreline and fish for trout, salmon or bass, or simply soak up the sun on the beach. Learn about logging around the lake at the Museum of the Sierra (20 minutes), or check out the vast General Washington Tree, a giant sequoia at McKinley Grove (45 minutes). If you’re visiting in winter, China Peak Mountain Resort (also 45 minutes) is heaven for skiers and riders, with a variety of slopes for all levels of ability. In summer, the resort doubles up as a mountain-biking park and disc golf course. Sitting on the San Joaquin River in the High Sierra, Mono Hot Springs (90 minutes) is known for its naturally heated pools full of health-giving minerals. Dinkey Lakes Wilderness (an hour and 15 minutes) is a pristine region of glacial lakes ringed with conifer forest and popular for its varied hiking routes.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Musick Creek Falls have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Musick Creek Falls dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Musick Creek Falls? There are watersports galore available at Shaver Lake (15 minutes’ drive), where you can go jetskiing, boat racing or swimming, stick to the shoreline and fish for trout, salmon or bass, or … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Musick Creek Falls?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  1 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Musick Creek Falls? From $60 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.