Bretz Mill Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- All year
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.0379, -119.2407
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Located in a setting of pines and oak, Bretz Mill Campground is located alongside Big Creek. Some sites are located on the creek. The location of the campground makes an great get-a-way for picnicking, cooling off during hot days and overnight camping, especially when higher elevation campgrounds are under snow. The area also serves as a popular OHV base camp. Access to facility is paved. Campground is maintained by Mountain Toppers 4 WD club.
From the USFS.
Is Bretz Mill Campground free?
Yes. Bretz Mill Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Bretz Mill Campground?
From Fresno travel east on Hwy 168 through Prather to 4 way stop (there will be a park and ride on right side of road). Turn left toward Shaver Lake, travel 8.8 miles, turn right on Tollhouse road, travel .7 mile turn left on Peterson Road, travel 10.7 miles to road 10S02 (Peterson road turns into 10S02), travel 4 miles then left into the campground.
What are the rules at Bretz Mill Campground?
Maximum vehicle length = 24 '||chr(39)||'Maximum stay = 14 daysMaximum group size = 6 per site
Nearby
- Summit3.7 mi
- Swanson Campground4.3 mi
- DINKEY CREEK5.1 mi
- Dinkey Campground5.2 mi
- DORABELLE CAMPGROUND6.4 mi
- Dorabelle Campground6.7 mi
- Gigantea Campground7.6 mi
- TRIMMER CAMPGROUND9.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
