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Kennedy Meadows Campground

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Sequoia National Forest
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38 sites · RV, Tent

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 occasional water, it may not be a five star hotel, but look up at night and we think you’ll give it about 2000.
What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
Potable water
Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups
First come, first served
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February 2021
Love camping in Kennedy Meadows! We stay at Fish Camp and really enjoy the large tree coverage and close proximity to the river. Great for fishing, hiking, awesome motorcycle rides! There's also OHV single track trails that are very popular. It's first come first serve for the campsites, so be prepared and get there early. There's also a cute general store that has showers and bathrooms.
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Megan M.
5 years on Hipcamp
July 2015
It's in a canyon, so go for one of the campsites on the southwest side of the campground by the stream to get more morning light. You'll appreciate it when you're freezing your butt off in the morning, trust me.
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Sarah S.
10 years on Hipcamp
LocationKennedy Meadows Campground, Sequoia National Forest, California, United States
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What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
Potable water
Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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