Lake McSwain Campground and Recreation Area

Snelling, CA

About

Lake McSwain Campground & Recreation Area in Snelling, California, offers a scenic lakeside retreat where wide-open water views meet the tranquility of surrounding canyons. Known for its stable year-round water levels, the park is ideal for fishing, boating, swimming, and relaxing by the lake. Visitors can enjoy trout fishing, spot abundant wildlife including bald eagles and deer, or take part in on-the-water fun at Splash-N-Dash, America’s largest inflatable water park. With kayak and paddleboard rentals, a lakeside restaurant, and convenient amenities, as well as multiple campsites and cabins to suit every style of camper, Lake McSwain is perfect for both local adventures and nearby excursions, including Yosemite National Park just 1.5 hours away. Plan your visit today and experience the natural beauty and fun-filled activities that make Lake McSwain a destination for the whole family!

Park Features

  • Bathrooms
  • Beach
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
  • General Store
  • Hiking
  • Ice Cream
  • Pavilion
  • Restaurant
  • Showers
  • Special Events
  • Waterfront
  • Waterpark

About the Park

Lake McSwain Campground & Recreation Area in Snelling, California, offers a scenic lakeside retreat where wide-open water views meet the tranquility of surrounding canyons. Known for its stable year-round water levels, the park is ideal for fishing, boating, swimming, and relaxing by the lake. Visitors can enjoy trout fishing, spot abundant wildlife including bald eagles and deer, or take part in on-the-water fun at Splash-N-Dash, America’s largest inflatable water park. With kayak and paddleboard rentals, a lakeside restaurant, and convenient amenities, as well as multiple campsites and cabins to suit every style of camper, Lake McSwain is perfect for both local adventures and nearby excursions, including Yosemite National Park just 1.5 hours away. Plan your visit today and experience the natural beauty and fun-filled activities that make Lake McSwain a destination for the whole family!

Address

Lake McSwain Campground and Recreation Area - Snelling, CA
9090 Lake McClure Rd, Snelling, CA 95369

Park Policies

Check-In: After 4:00pm
Check-Out: Before 2:00pm

Campspot Policies


Customer Reviews

Camper
Satisfaction Rating

4.3

20 Verified Reviews

All ratings and reviews are collected from campers who have booked through Campspot and completed a stay at this campground.


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Rhonda B.
August 2026
5/5
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Five out of five stars
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Enjoyed our weekend

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E.J.
August 2026
5/5
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Five out of five stars
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S.T.
August 2026
2/5
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Two out of five stars
Satisfaction Rating

We lost power the first night for about 5 hours

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Park Features

  • Bathrooms
  • Beach
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
    Additional Cost
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
    Required to have a fishing license
  • General Store
  • Hiking
  • Ice Cream
    Additional Cost
  • Pavilion
    Additional Cost
  • Restaurant
  • Showers
  • Special Events
  • Waterfront
  • Waterpark
    Additional Cost

Nearby Activities

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sites
  • Museums
  • National Parks
  • OHV Trails
  • Paddling
    (canoeing, kayaking, rafting, tubing)
  • Restaurants


Deals

  • Nightly Discount

    We offer a nightly discounts for Military, First Responders, Disabled, and Seniors (62+). Enter promo code SAVE during checkout to apply the discount.

    Promo Code: SAVE