Warning
GeneralBuckeye will not open for the 2026 season due to extensive damage from winter storms during the 2022-2023 winter. Progress is being made to reopen this damaged facility.
About Buckeye Flat Campground
Number of accommodations: 26
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Reviews (106)
Review Summary
Audra Y
VerifiedApril 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Beautiful — small campground, most have privacy, absolutely gorgeous views of the Kaweah River from some of the campsites. The real gem here is the Paradise Creek Trail, which is awe-inspiring! The clear river and creek, wildflowers, what looks to be several swimming and fishing areas, and incredible mountain scenery. We appreciated the clean bathrooms with running water as well as a dishwashing station. A short and stunning drive up to the big trees. Definitely recommend for Spring or Fall when weather is not too hot in the foothills.
Wyatt T
VerifiedApril 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Great campsite, lots of shade, nice hiking close by and clean amenities.
miguel R
VerifiedApril 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Great place quiet and well kept
Arielle L
April 9, 2021
Lovely site near a river, unfortunately sites are rather close together - gets smokey and people keep beeping their cars all night.
Gabe D
VerifiedApril 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
A magical place! Super clean and well maintained. The Paradise Creek trail is a must if you're staying at Buckeye. Took a short drive to the Giant Tree Museum and from there, hiked our way up to General Sherman, just incredible.
We went at the end of March, beginning of April and the weather was fantastic! About 80 degrees during the day, shaded areas everywhere. At night the temperature drops, but nothing a nice sleeping bag can’t handle. Water on the river is chilly, but if you’re up for it, a great swim (spaces 16, 17 & 18 have direct access to the river!)
Ingrid M
VerifiedApril 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Great campsite. With river and hikes nearby.
Drek N
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
This is a great campground with great natural amenities. No complaints about the facilities. Only complaint pertains to all camp grounds. Radios should be prohibited at all campgrounds. To many folks play music ruining the outdoor experience. This camp ground is not patrolled enough so music and excessive noise can go well into the next morning. :(
Denice M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Great location. Beautiful park. Only complaint is that several campers were noisy after 10.
Yajaira M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
Love that there are areas for kids to enjoy the water, as well as for adults.
Wendy E
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT
They say on the website not to bring wood in, but then there is no wood available to purchase, so that was frustrating the first night. Not a great place to stay if your goal is to see the sites in the park itself, like the big trees, etc. due to the switchbacks, however it is a wonderful place to stay on its own merit.
Location Buckeye Flat Campground
Address:
47050 Generals Highway
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States
Buckeye Flat Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 East from Visalia for 36 miles, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 6 miles beyond the entrance station, across from Hospital Rock. Please visit our website for more specific driving directions, as well as area maps.
Buckeye Flat Campground is accessed via Highway 198, which is reached from Highway 99 in Visalia, approximately 36 miles to the west.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.5211 / -118.763
Elevation: 884 feet
Nearby National Park
Big Oak Flat Entrance
Approximate driving time: 1 hr 36 min
Policies & Rules
General
- 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. RV's and trailers are prohibited on the road to Buckeye Flat and in the campground. 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.
- 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 mus t 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. • 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.
- 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. Vehicles longer than 22 feet (including trailers) are not advised between Potwisha Campground and the Giant Forest Museum. Visitors with vehicles over 22 feet in total length hoping to visit the Giant Forest or camp at Lodgepole and Dorst Creek Campgrounds are advised to enter via the northern, Highway 180, entrance to these parks. Dangerous Rivers! Many drowning victims were playing near rivers. Rivers present a far greater danger than lakes or pools. Surfaces may look calm, but strong currents often run below. Be cautious walking near rivers as rocks can be slippery. Getting out of a cold, swift river is often impossible. 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. A California state fishing license is required to fish in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and Sequoia National Forest lakes and streams. Fishing licenses may be available at National Park and National Forest markets.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralBuckeye will not open for the 2026 season due to extensive damage from winter storms during the 2022-2023 winter. Progress is being made to reopen this damaged facility.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
