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About Forks Campground (Sierra)
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (427)
What Guests Are Saying
Forks Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly camp hosts, particularly Steve, who is praised for his helpfulness. Many guests appreciate the convenient access to Bass Lake and nearby trails, as well as the cleanliness of the restrooms. Although some noise from nearby activities and road traffic was noted, overall experiences were positive, with many families expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Forks Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly camp hosts, particularly Steve, who is praised for his helpfulness. Many guests appreciate the convenient access to Bass Lake and nearby trails, as well as the cleanliness of the restrooms. Although some noise from nearby activities and road traffic was noted, overall experiences were positive, with many families expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Jeff V
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
This is a jewel we didn’t expect - we had a long drive from our house to Yosemite, and rather than drive straight through and arrive late (and in some darkness), or leave crazy early to make sunset, we opted to hit a campground close to the south entrance, stay one night, and leave in the morning to explore the entry to Yosemite and more casually head to Upper Pines campground, after mapping the trip out, I found Forks to be super convenient, so we headed there for the first night. We arrived after sunset, so it was dark, but we could see we were close to Bass Lake, so we were excited to wake up to the area. Campsite was well paved, very level, and really nice. After waking up, we hiked around a little, walked to the Forks store and restaurant, and had a great breakfast on their deck! We liked the area so much that we stopped on the other side of the lake on our drive home to have lunch on the deck at Duceys, and enjoy the lake view. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone, even if you’re not heading th Yosemite. Beautiful lake area with lots to do!
Selina S
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
The campsite was really and the host was super sweet! We had to wait for the fishing derby and decided to check in a little later and had no issues bathrooms were clean as well!
Jeff V
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
This is a jewel we didn’t expect - we had a long drive from our house to Yosemite, and rather than drive straight through and arrive late (and in some darkness), or leave crazy early to make sunset, we opted to hit a campground close to the south entrance, stay one night, and leave in the morning to explore the entry to Yosemite and more casually head to Upper Pines campground, after mapping the trip out, I found Forks to be super convenient, so we headed there for the first night. We arrived after sunset, so it was dark, but we could see we were close to Bass Lake, so we were excited to wake up to the area. Campsite was well paved, very level, and really nice. After waking up, we hiked around a little, walked to the Forks store and restaurant, and had a great breakfast on their deck! We liked the area so much that we stopped on the other side of the lake on our drive home to have lunch on the deck at Duceys, and enjoy the lake view. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone, even if you’re not heading th Yosemite. Beautiful lake area with lots to do!
Jeff M
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
The campground is exceptional clean and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The staff are so friendly and helpful with all inquiries, or questions. A wonderful experience here.
Mary H
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
The grounds and bathroom were well maintained by staff personnel (Carmen was on duty the time we were there). We appreciated the fire ring and picnic table. There were lovely views of the the lake.
It seemed like such an amazing stay for being in the National Parks system as the little town and the lake were a convenient short walk from the site.
A drive partially around the lake revealed other small communities and shops. Note: there is no convenient access to completely go around the lake.
Jeff M
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
The campground is exceptional clean and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The staff are so friendly and helpful with all inquiries, or questions. A wonderful experience here.
Mary H
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
The grounds and bathroom were well maintained by staff personnel (Carmen was on duty the time we were there). We appreciated the fire ring and picnic table. There were lovely views of the the lake.
It seemed like such an amazing stay for being in the National Parks system as the little town and the lake were a convenient short walk from the site.
A drive partially around the lake revealed other small communities and shops. Note: there is no convenient access to completely go around the lake.
Bri C
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
Nice quiet park on the lake. Site 8 was full sun and got very hot during the day. Forks has basic flush toilets and water taps, no showers. We went to Millers Landing for $5 shower tokens.
Bri C
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
Nice quiet park on the lake. Site 8 was full sun and got very hot during the day. Forks has basic flush toilets and water taps, no showers. We went to Millers Landing for $5 shower tokens.
Deborah P
VerifiedApril 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: FORKS CAMPGROUND
Nice secluded fantastic view of the lake. Great location short drive to Yosemite because you use the south entrance there was no wait to get in the park. You definitely want to stay here!
Location & Directions for Forks Campground (Sierra)
39900 Road 222, Bass Lake, CA 93604 United States
Elevation: 1,033 ft
Getting There
From Fresno, California: Take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 (toward Bass Lake), keep right for 3.5 mi to the Bass Lake Campground office. After registering, continue on for approximately 1.3 mi to the Forks Camp...
From Fresno, California: Take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 (toward Bass Lake), keep right for 3.5 mi to the Bass Lake Campground office. After registering, continue on for approximately 1.3 mi to the Forks Campground.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- All campers must check in at the registration office
- This campground has a security guard on patrol and an on-site host
- Two pets per site and leashed at all times.
- Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
- Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierra National Forest Headquarters, (559) 297-0706.
- Reserved Sites will be held until the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- Click here to learn more about the Sierra National Forest
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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