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Atwell Mill Campground

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About Atwell Mill Campground

The Mineral King area features the highest elevation campground in the parks. At 7,500 feet (2280 m), it is only open during the summer months. It takes approximately 90 minutes to drive the long narrow, winding, largely unpaved road that leads to the area and its two campgrounds. RVs and trailers are not recommended on Mineral King Road and are not permitted in campgrounds. Mineral King is not connected to the rest of Sequoia National Park by roads. 

Number of accommodations: 19

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on Jun 5

Sites & Availability

19 Sites Available

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Price
Site: 02, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 03, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 04, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 05, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 06, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 07, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 09, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 11, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 12, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 12A, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 13, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 14, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 15, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 16, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 17, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 18, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 19, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 20, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night
Site: 21, Loop: Atwell Mill
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$32.00
/ per night

Reviews (59)

What Guests Are Saying

Atwell Mill Campground is a beautiful and peaceful location nestled among towering sequoias, offering clean facilities and spacious sites that provide a sense of privacy from neighboring campers. The scenic hikes and serene environment are highlights for visitors, contributing to a tranquil camping experience. However, access to the campground can be challenging due to a long and winding road that may require a high-clearance vehicle, and some campers have reported issues with insects and cleanliness in the bathrooms.

Review Summary

4.3
59 reviews
5
62.7%
37
4
18.6%
11
3
8.5%
5
2
5.1%
3
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Ernest R

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 02, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

The campground was very peaceful and pretty secluded and quiet. The hike to falls and meadow were beautiful and not at all hard. Facilities were clean and the campgrounds too were very clean. Space between campers was welcome as your neighbors were not as close as in some campgrounds. The only exception to the experience was the drive up to the camp site. In the dull light either morning or late evening it can be a little nerve wracking on the winding road.

Isabel A

Verified

October 21, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 15, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

I loved the campsite. Clean, the bathrooms are pretty decent. Very peaceful. I recommend a semi high clearance vehicle to get to the campground unless you wanna drive really slow and not damage your car. Definitely a semi long drive to get to the campground. As long as you’re prepared it won’t matter. Beautiful views along the way. There was a decent amount of wasps hanging around so beware! If you love trees and peace this is it. Someone did steal my campfire wood while I slept and used my fire pit. First time it has happened. I left early because of it. But I would come back. Absolutely no service at the campground and along the road to get there so fill up!!

Macarena B

Verified

October 19, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 12A, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

Great camp site, clean, deep in nature, excellent vibes

Qingyang L

Verified

October 15, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 06, Loop: Atwell Mill

1

The road to the artwell is really bad.

Brett H

Verified

October 12, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 20, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

Camp ground is beautiful. Site 20 is great. Your neighbors are 30yrds away in both directions. The road to get their is long and terrible but they are working on making it less terrible (still just as long). Never had so many rangers stop by to check in and make sure everything was ok. Mary rules with an iron thumb but is a peach. I'd go back again. I'd just make someone else drive that road in their own car.

Destiny W

Verified

October 4, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 20, Loop: Atwell Mill

2

Honestly if you are going to sequoia national park to explore and sight see the park I would not recommend this campsite. The road to get to it is extremely dangerous and should not be a 2 way road, and the campsite is extremely far away from the sight seeing of the park you actually have to leave the park and reenter taking 2 hours just to see the trees. My boyfriend and I ended up not staying here bc of this, we decided to just abandon this campsite and find one closer to everything. If you are looking to be secluded and don’t care to sight see maybe this campsite is for you but like I said the road is extremely dangerous.

William Y

Verified

September 29, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 19, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

Awesome camp site!

Vanessa T

Verified

September 7, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 02, Loop: Atwell Mill

4

The camp was amazing and had beautiful views!! The hikes were exquisite!

William H

Verified

August 26, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 03, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

Peaceful location. Great place to stay before hitting the many trails in the area.

Jason B

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: Site: 04, Loop: Atwell Mill

5

Stayed one night prior to backpacking. Nice campsite for three small tents

Location Atwell Mill Campground

Address:
47050 Generals Highway
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 36.4647 / -118.667

Elevation: 2006 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Be aware of significant road construction delays on the Mineral King Road this year from 9/4/25 through the end of season. Monday-Thursday there will be a full road closure between 10 am and 4 pm, and 30min traffic delays for three hours before and after the closures. Friday-Saturday full closures between 8am and 7pm with a passthrough at 10am, 1pm and 4pm. Sundays will have no closures. You will not be able to drive into or out of the campground during closure times, except during designated passthrough windows. Please refer to the road construction page for information.If your campsite remains vacant for 24 hours after your arrival date it will be cancelled and made available on rec.gov. You will be charged for the first night's campsite fee and a $10 cancellation fee, all other fees after that will be refunded. Recreation.gov policies apply to all reservations, cancellations, refunds and date changes. Call (559) 565-4404 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled. Upon making a campground reservation: Site occupants agree to follow ALL campground rules. Failure to comply may result in a fine. You are responsible for your guests.RV's and trailers are not permitted in the campground.Purchase your entrance fee before you arrive in Mineral King. https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/fees.htm 

General

Campground Rules and Regulations: 
• Food Storage- You are in an ACTIVE BEAR AREA. Black Bears are active day and night. When not in arms reach, you must properly store all food, drinks, scented items, coolers, and equipment used to prepare food, inside provided food storage lockers. These items must be stored day and night. Food storage locker dimensions are 28" high x 33" deep x 47" wide.  
• 6 Person Limit- There is a maximum of 6 people per campsite. If you exceed this number, purchase 2 sites and spread your group and equipment out evenly between campsites. This is to preserve the natural resources and minimize noise levels. Reservations can be made in advance to accommodate a larger group size at a group campground.  
• Check-In and Check-Out is at 12 NOON- Please be prepared to show a screen shot (limited cell service) or printout of your reservation confirmation email upon arrival to the campground.  Campsites need to be vacated (vehicles and occupants) by 12:00 NOON.  
• Parking Pad- Vehicles must be parked with all four wheels on pavement. Vehicles that do not fit on the provided parking pad must be parked in overflow parking areas.  
• Quiet Hours 10pm to 6am- Music, talking, and generators should not be audible beyond your immediate campsite. Unreasonable noise is prohibited any time of day.   
• Generator Hours- 9am to 9pm
• Fire Restrictions- Check current fire restrictions at nps.gov/seki . Fires must be attended.  DO NOT build additional fire rings. Glass, aluminum, and food are prohibited in fire rings. Firewood is sold locally. Dead and down wood may be gathered for your campfire. Logs must fit within the fire ring. Chainsaws are not allowed. Fires must be extinguished completely with water and be cool to the touch before leaving your campsite or going to bed.  
• Tents- Pitch tents only on tent pads or within campsite boundaries.   
• Dogs/Pets- must always be kept crated, caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are allowed in campgrounds and picnic areas. Pets may not be left unattended. Pets are not allowed beyond 100 feet of public roads or parking areas. Pets are not allowed on any Park trails. 

General

• Preserve Natural Resources- Injuring plants or trees by cutting, breaking, or attaching nails or other hardware is prohibited. Driving off pavement is prohibited.  
• Bicycles- Helmets required if under 18 years of age. Bicycles are not allowed on any park trails.   
• Trash Disposal- Please keep your campsite clean. Place all litter/trash in bear proof campground trash dumpsters. To prevent bears from getting trash please DO NOT forget to lock or relatch the dumpster. Do not leave cigarette butts, bottle caps, confetti or litter on the ground.  
• Water Disposal- Do not dump grey-water on the ground or at the water spigots. Bring a tub to wash dishes or to collect shower water. All grey-water must be disposed of at the restrooms, dish sinks, or at a RV dump-station. Used water must not be allowed to run onto the ground.  
• Propane Tank Disposal- DO NOT leave in the park. We are unable to recycle your used propane tanks. Please take them home with you and dispose of them properly. 

General

Tire Chains may be required at any time. Be prepared at any time of year for a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions. Check Road Conditions at nps.gov/seki .Falling Objects - Don't linger under dead, cracked, or broken branches. Run if you hear cracks or snapping from tree roots, trunks, or branches (know that sometimes there is no sound, and very little time to react). Report falling branches or trees to a ranger.  

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