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Breathtaking scenery in summer and winter alike. Visit the largest trees in the world at this national park that's filled with natural beauty. You'll feel the sense of grandeur as you walk among the giants.
Elevations range from about 1,000 to over 14,000 feet, so bundle up and bring snow chains for your car in winter. You can hike high into the wilderness, or stay in your campground for a ranger program or campfire talk.
Make sure to visit the famous General Sherman tree (and grab a photo or two). You can expect some crowds, especially during summer weekends, so start your trek early. Yes, you can drive through much of the forest—But get out and walk to really get a sense of how giant these sequoias really are.
This national park has 14 campgrounds, 6 of which are first-come, first-served. Yes, you can bring in
Breathtaking scenery in summer and winter alike. Visit the largest trees in the world at this national park that's filled with natural beauty. You'll feel the sense of grandeur as you walk among the giants.
Elevations range from about 1,000 to over 14,000 feet, so bundle up and bring snow chains for your car in winter. You can hike high into the wilderness, or stay in your campground for a ranger program or campfire talk.
Make sure to visit the famous General Sherman tree (and grab a photo or two). You can expect some crowds, especially during summer weekends, so start your trek early. Yes, you can drive through much of the forest—But get out and walk to really get a sense of how giant these sequoias really are.
This national park has 14 campgrounds, 6 of which are first-come, first-served. Yes, you can bring in your RV, but there are no hookups in the park. If your RV is longer than 22 feet, heads up!—You must use the park's northern entrance.
Whether you're a rugged backpacker doing the PCT or a car camper looking for somewhere to drop tent, take our word for it and give greenpeace a chance at Kennedy Meadows Campground. Spend your day at the nearby South Fork of the Kern River and catch some grub or hike one of the many breathtaking trails in the area. With vault toilets and occasiona Read more...
“Brrrraaapppp!” That's the intoxicating siren song duet of a 125cc and 250cc dirt bike. If MotoX is your vice of choice, take a trip to Troy Meadow Campground! They have OHV trails connecting right to camp. What’s not to love? Sleep at 7800 feet in the forest by night, shred by day. Modern amenities are available during season at this busy camp, b Read more...
Holy stoke! Cali has done it again. Lower Peppermint Campground is where the term "hidden treasures" came from. Isolated in a forest of pine and oak this small campground is a gem; hit up the trail on the south side of the creek, and you'll be welcomed by a wall of cascades that'll make your dogs sigh. Hop in the granite basins along the way for y Read more...
Sleep among the Giants at Upper Peppermint Campground! This camp operates as dispersed camping so you'll be as free as the air surrounding you. At 7100 feet this undeveloped sight is for the ruggedly inclined, no amenities are available. Go explore, and check out the fishing at Peppermint creek to catch dinner from nature's finest.
It’s all about the Benjamins for Tillie Creek Campground, which has that number of sites and more for tents and RVs up to 45 feet in length. Anglers take advantage of the fish cleaning station and kids say the darndest things running circles around the playground. Open season is April through November.
A fishing heaven set on breathtaking Lake Isabella, Paradise Cove Campground lives up to its name and then some. Picturesque mountain scenery will have you swooning and the trout jumping! Arranged along two loops, the campground offers back-in options for some sites, and stunning lake views for everyone.
Located near Alder and Cedar Creeks, Alder Creek Campground is a great place for fishing and exploring the nearby sequoia groves. Bring your RV or pitch your tent, and if you forgot something (s'mores supplies), head to the nearby towns of Glennville or Wofford Heights.
Tenters rejoice! Cedar Creek Campground is rugged, mountainous, and wild. Plus, it’s totally free and one of the best places to call home during the hot summer months. Bring your fishing pole and your pan, your friends and your Frisbee, and set up camp for a few days or a week. This high-elevation campground is the place to disappear for a while.
Looking for a little R and R with your pals? On the banks of the fast-moving Kerns River, Chico Flat Campground is located on the tree-lined shores in an otherwise dry and dusty landscape. The river will keep you chill and the fabulously primitive campground will keep you wild. Free dispersed camping is allowed here for up to 14 days. Be prepared Read more...
This high-mountain campground is searching for adventurous dirt bikers to set up camp and live it up on miles of OHV trails. Could this be you? Fish Creek Campground will keep you comfy, perched above Fish Creek at 7,400 feet above sea level. The rugged trails nearby, combined with the thrill of gravity will make for an awesome weekend adventure.
Wanna spend the weekend with your homies or your horses? Come to Horse Meadow Campground. This camp accommodates those that appreciate the simple things in life; vault toilets are as modern as it gets here! RVs are not recommended, but should you venture up the steep and bumpy entrance road, your RV needs to be 22 feet at max. Once you’ve got your Read more...
Got solitude? Stray far from the madding crowd at White River Campground, a quiet space among the cedars perfect for campers wanting a little privacy. You’ll have access to hiking, waterfalls and all the spectacular sights of Sequoia National Forest, along with the added bonus of a peaceful retreat. The campground provides vault toilets and water, Read more...
Right up against the Kern River, Camp 3 Campground offers much for water activities. Fishing and wading are fun but perhaps the biggest draw is the opportunity for white water rafting. Land dwellers, have no fear: hiking the trails and hanging with the trees are necessary for the soul. Any questions and the host provided is more than willing to he Read more...
Goldledge Campground is rumored to have been the spot where the first gold-seekers shouted, "There's gold in them thar hills!" That rumor may have just started here, but this campground will leave you feeling rich with experience and natural wonder. The sites are single-family, some of which are designated for walk-to tent camping only. Pets are a Read more...
Camp 9 is a quiet campground that is available year round. The summers are hot, but the waters are satisfying and a dock for launching boats are provided. There isn’t much shade so you’ll have to bathe in sunscreen (welcome to summer in Cali!) and make sure you bring a buddy to get your back. The winter is the most popular time to flock, as the we Read more...
2,700 feet high in the sky above sea level, Hungry Gulch Campground offers family campgrounds just west of Lake Isabella. Tent camping is welcome, along with RV and trailers that max out at 30 feet in length. Just make sure to obtain a campfire permit that says you’re trusty with campfires, barbecues and stoves.
For those looking to do some fishing, Boulder Gulch Campground rests at an elevation of 2,650 feet and is more popular than being prom queen. There is a fish cleaning station on the premises and campsites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to a large and in charge 45 feet. Sit by the lake and pen some thoughtful snail mail for someone who deserve Read more...
Kayak out to the middle of Lake Isabella, the sun beaming on you like glittered confetti. Go on, take a dip! Floatin’ on your back trailing your kayak, you'll be wondering how much freer can it feel. Come on over to South Fork Rec Campground and find your freedom!
Sequoia National Forest
Astonishing natural diversity and the biggest trees on earth! Plan to be awed.
Breathtaking scenery in summer and winter alike. Visit the largest trees in the world at this national park that's filled with natural beauty. You'll feel the sense of grandeur as you walk among the giants.
Elevations range from about 1,000 to over 14,000 feet, so bundle up and bring snow chains for your car in winter. You can hike high into the wilderness, or stay in your campground for a ranger program or campfire talk.
Make sure to visit the famous General Sherman tree (and grab a photo or two). You can expect some crowds, especially during summer weekends, so start your trek early. Yes, you can drive through much of the forest—But get out and walk to really get a sense of how giant these sequoias really are.
This national park has 14 campgrounds, 6 of which are first-come, first-served. Yes, you can bring in
Breathtaking scenery in summer and winter alike. Visit the largest trees in the world at this national park that's filled with natural beauty. You'll feel the sense of grandeur as you walk among the giants.
Elevations range from about 1,000 to over 14,000 feet, so bundle up and bring snow chains for your car in winter. You can hike high into the wilderness, or stay in your campground for a ranger program or campfire talk.
Make sure to visit the famous General Sherman tree (and grab a photo or two). You can expect some crowds, especially during summer weekends, so start your trek early. Yes, you can drive through much of the forest—But get out and walk to really get a sense of how giant these sequoias really are.
This national park has 14 campgrounds, 6 of which are first-come, first-served. Yes, you can bring in your RV, but there are no hookups in the park. If your RV is longer than 22 feet, heads up!—You must use the park's northern entrance.
Activities in the park
51 campgrounds in Sequoia National Forest
Whether you're a rugged backpacker doing the PCT or a car camper looking for somewhere to drop tent, take our word for it and give greenpeace a chance at Kennedy Meadows Campground. Spend your day at the nearby South Fork of the Kern River and catch some grub or hike one of the many breathtaking trails in the area. With vault toilets and occasiona Read more...
“Brrrraaapppp!” That's the intoxicating siren song duet of a 125cc and 250cc dirt bike. If MotoX is your vice of choice, take a trip to Troy Meadow Campground! They have OHV trails connecting right to camp. What’s not to love? Sleep at 7800 feet in the forest by night, shred by day. Modern amenities are available during season at this busy camp, b Read more...
Holy stoke! Cali has done it again. Lower Peppermint Campground is where the term "hidden treasures" came from. Isolated in a forest of pine and oak this small campground is a gem; hit up the trail on the south side of the creek, and you'll be welcomed by a wall of cascades that'll make your dogs sigh. Hop in the granite basins along the way for y Read more...
Sleep among the Giants at Upper Peppermint Campground! This camp operates as dispersed camping so you'll be as free as the air surrounding you. At 7100 feet this undeveloped sight is for the ruggedly inclined, no amenities are available. Go explore, and check out the fishing at Peppermint creek to catch dinner from nature's finest.
It’s all about the Benjamins for Tillie Creek Campground, which has that number of sites and more for tents and RVs up to 45 feet in length. Anglers take advantage of the fish cleaning station and kids say the darndest things running circles around the playground. Open season is April through November.
A fishing heaven set on breathtaking Lake Isabella, Paradise Cove Campground lives up to its name and then some. Picturesque mountain scenery will have you swooning and the trout jumping! Arranged along two loops, the campground offers back-in options for some sites, and stunning lake views for everyone.
Located near Alder and Cedar Creeks, Alder Creek Campground is a great place for fishing and exploring the nearby sequoia groves. Bring your RV or pitch your tent, and if you forgot something (s'mores supplies), head to the nearby towns of Glennville or Wofford Heights.
Tenters rejoice! Cedar Creek Campground is rugged, mountainous, and wild. Plus, it’s totally free and one of the best places to call home during the hot summer months. Bring your fishing pole and your pan, your friends and your Frisbee, and set up camp for a few days or a week. This high-elevation campground is the place to disappear for a while.
Looking for a little R and R with your pals? On the banks of the fast-moving Kerns River, Chico Flat Campground is located on the tree-lined shores in an otherwise dry and dusty landscape. The river will keep you chill and the fabulously primitive campground will keep you wild. Free dispersed camping is allowed here for up to 14 days. Be prepared Read more...
This high-mountain campground is searching for adventurous dirt bikers to set up camp and live it up on miles of OHV trails. Could this be you? Fish Creek Campground will keep you comfy, perched above Fish Creek at 7,400 feet above sea level. The rugged trails nearby, combined with the thrill of gravity will make for an awesome weekend adventure.
Wanna spend the weekend with your homies or your horses? Come to Horse Meadow Campground. This camp accommodates those that appreciate the simple things in life; vault toilets are as modern as it gets here! RVs are not recommended, but should you venture up the steep and bumpy entrance road, your RV needs to be 22 feet at max. Once you’ve got your Read more...
Got solitude? Stray far from the madding crowd at White River Campground, a quiet space among the cedars perfect for campers wanting a little privacy. You’ll have access to hiking, waterfalls and all the spectacular sights of Sequoia National Forest, along with the added bonus of a peaceful retreat. The campground provides vault toilets and water, Read more...
Right up against the Kern River, Camp 3 Campground offers much for water activities. Fishing and wading are fun but perhaps the biggest draw is the opportunity for white water rafting. Land dwellers, have no fear: hiking the trails and hanging with the trees are necessary for the soul. Any questions and the host provided is more than willing to he Read more...
Goldledge Campground is rumored to have been the spot where the first gold-seekers shouted, "There's gold in them thar hills!" That rumor may have just started here, but this campground will leave you feeling rich with experience and natural wonder. The sites are single-family, some of which are designated for walk-to tent camping only. Pets are a Read more...
Camp 9 is a quiet campground that is available year round. The summers are hot, but the waters are satisfying and a dock for launching boats are provided. There isn’t much shade so you’ll have to bathe in sunscreen (welcome to summer in Cali!) and make sure you bring a buddy to get your back. The winter is the most popular time to flock, as the we Read more...
2,700 feet high in the sky above sea level, Hungry Gulch Campground offers family campgrounds just west of Lake Isabella. Tent camping is welcome, along with RV and trailers that max out at 30 feet in length. Just make sure to obtain a campfire permit that says you’re trusty with campfires, barbecues and stoves.
For those looking to do some fishing, Boulder Gulch Campground rests at an elevation of 2,650 feet and is more popular than being prom queen. There is a fish cleaning station on the premises and campsites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to a large and in charge 45 feet. Sit by the lake and pen some thoughtful snail mail for someone who deserve Read more...
Kayak out to the middle of Lake Isabella, the sun beaming on you like glittered confetti. Go on, take a dip! Floatin’ on your back trailing your kayak, you'll be wondering how much freer can it feel. Come on over to South Fork Rec Campground and find your freedom!