Buckeye Flat Campground

47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, California, United States
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Middle Fork of the Kaweah River
BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND
BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND
BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND
BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

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Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
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About Buckeye Flat Campground

Buckeye Flat Campground is located in Sequoia National Park, in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. The campground sits at an elevation of 2.8 ft, perched above the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River and shaded by a stand of large Live Oaks. For more information and trip planning please see our website at www.nps.gov/seki

Available sites

26 total sites
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Campground Amenities

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Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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26 Sites Available

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⛺ 01, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 02, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 03, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 04, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 05, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 06, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 07, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 08, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 09, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 10, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 11, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 12, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 13, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 14, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 15, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 16, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 17, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 18, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 19, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 20, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 21, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 22, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 23, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 24, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 25, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 27, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

106 reviews

4.5

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5 stars 74.5% (79)
4 stars 13.2% (14)
3 stars 5.7% (6)
2 stars 4.7% (5)
1 star 1.9% (2)

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Alexander R

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April 22, 2021 Stayed at: 13, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

Fantastic campsite, loved our spot by the river.

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Kristina F

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April 23, 2021 Stayed at: 02, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

The campground is beautiful and I loved being able to hear the river as I fell asleep each night. Definitely check out Hospital Rock while there. It's right at the entrance to the campground and is so interesting! Would also recommend buying firewood on your way in to the park. Collecting downed wood is allowed, but for me at least, it was hard to find good sized pieces. Or, if you plan to collect downed wood, make sure you have a way to cut it.

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Melissa A

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April 23, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

#12 couldn't have been a better site. Loved the campsite.

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Shannon C

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April 25, 2021 Stayed at: 25, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

Beautiful campground, located alongside side the river. The bathrooms were clean and I could definitely tell their team was working hard to keep the facilities sanitized. Great hiking, beautiful camp sites with ADA accessible sites available, and everyone we camped next to was respectful. No matter which campsite you’re at you will fall asleep to the sound of water rushing through the river rocks. It took us about 30-40 minutes to drive to the General Sherman tree from here.

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Ron C

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May 1, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

Great location and you can hear the river from the campsite.

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Carolyn S

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May 4, 2021 Stayed at: 05, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

We loved this campsite! We stayed at number 5 and it was a good size for 1 tent. The restrooms were well maintained and appreciated the sink to wash dishes. There were plenty of trash bins and felt pretty cleaned compared to other campsites we have visited. It was very peaceful and would definitely stay here again. The river is close to get to and hospital rock was very close also! Highly recommend! It was beautiful and close to so many other hikes!

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john n

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May 5, 2021 Stayed at: 13, Loop: BUCKEYE FLAT

great location but heads up that there was a 2 year old bear very calmly wandering around the campground. we just banged on a few pots and made some noise..........he sauntered off with no problem. Take bear spray with you.

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Location & Directions for Buckeye Flat Campground

47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, CA 93271 United States

Elevation: 884 ft

Getting There

Buckeye Flat Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 East from Visalia for 36 mi, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 6 mi beyond the entrance station, acro...

Nearest town

Three Rivers, CA - 13 mi

About 29 min to downtown

Highway access

Buckeye Flat Campground is accessed via Highway 198, which is reached from Highway 99 in Visalia, approximately 36 miles to the west.

Near Sequoia National Park

The closest entrance is: Ash Mountain Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 5.9 mi · 10 min

Near Kings Canyon National Park

The closest entrance is: Big Stump Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 21.4 mi · 37 min

Near Yosemite National Park

The closest entrance is: Big Oak Flat Entrance

Approximate drive: 55.8 mi · over 1 hr (96 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. 

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