The Courtright Reservoir is a small alpine reservoir located in the southern portion of King's Ranger District. It is on the edge of the John Muir and Dinkey Lakes Wilderness Areas. There are various campgrounds and picnic grounds located on the lake. The various recreation activities include fishing, swimming, and hiking. There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir due to its size. There are multiple trailheads located at the lake for some great day hiking opportunities. The trailhead for the Dusy-Ershin OHV Route is located here as well. This is a challenging off-road trail that goes through the heart of the Dinkey Lakes Wilderness and ends up on the Kaiser Pass Road in the Pineridge Ranger district.
Directions from Dinkey Ranger Station: Take the Dinkey Creek Road west toward Shaver Lake for 2.8 miles turning right on Rock Creek Road. Follow this gravel road for about 6 miles and turn left for 3 more miles, passing Cuffs Meadow. On the right will be a rough, narrow road that leads to the trailhead. This section requires 4WD but is easy going. Once you get to the gravel road keep to the left, continuing for 0.7 mile. Look for the Brewer Lake sign on the left. This road is moderately easy and suitable for all 4WD vehicles.
Directions from Dinkey Ranger Station: Take the Dinkey Creek Road west toward Shaver Lake for 2.8 miles turning right on Rock Creek Road. Follow this gravel road for about 6 miles and turn left for 3 more miles, passing Cuffs Meadow. On the right will be a rough, narrow road that leads to the trailhead. This section requires 4WD but is easy going. Once you get to the gravel road keep to the left, continuing for 0.7 mile. Look for the Brewer Lake sign on the left. This road is moderately easy and suitable for all 4WD vehicles.
Seasonal Information:
Normally Open:
Year-round .
Normally Open:
Spring through Fall .
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