Cold Springs Campground (CA)

Cold Springs Campsite
Path to Walk-in Sites
Accessible Restroom

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

38 total sites

Tent Sites

38 sites

About Cold Springs Campground (CA)

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: 38

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Jun 15 to Oct 13

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

38 Sites Available

Site
Price
Site: 01, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 02, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 03, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 04, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 05, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 07, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 08, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 09, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 10, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 11, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 12, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 13, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 15, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 16, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 17, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 18, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 19, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 20, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 22, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 23, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 24, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 25, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 26, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 27, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 28, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 29, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 30, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 31, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 32, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 33, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 34, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 35, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 36, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 37, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 38, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 39, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 40, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Site: 41, Loop: Cold Springs Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (142)

What Guests Are Saying

Cold Springs Campground is a stunning and serene location, nestled by the Kaweah River, offering beautiful scenery and excellent hiking opportunities. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and helpful rangers on-site. While the access road is challenging and some bathrooms need improvement, the overall experience is highly rewarding, making it a favorite for campers seeking a peaceful retreat.

Review Summary

4.5
142 reviews
5
71.1%
101
4
17.6%
25
3
6.3%
9
2
2.1%
3
1
2.8%
4

Alyssa B

Verified

September 6, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 22, Loop: Cold Springs

5

So serene and peaceful!

James M

Verified

September 4, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 16, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Great campsite. We enjoyed it.

Devlin R

Verified

September 3, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 30, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Great Campground, Quiet with creek

Undral G

Verified

September 2, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 39, Loop: Cold Springs

4

First time camping at the Cold Spring campground. We were staying whole 7 days so we booked whatever was available which was one of walk-in sites. Did not like the set up of camp site 39 because your neighbors have to walk through your site to access their site. I am sure they can move things around to make it more accessible to the neighbors.
Other than that we enjoyed the how isolated it was, and surrounding hike trails were the best. Definitely coming back but reserving different site perhaps.

Michael L

Verified

August 30, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 41, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Just need first-come, first-served back.

Carter H

Verified

August 28, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 05, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Carter H

Verified

August 28, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 05, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Julia M

Verified

August 28, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 04, Loop: Cold Springs

5

A perfect campground to stay the night before a backpacking trip out of Mineral King! It was peaceful and quiet at night with the sound of the creek!

Carter H

Verified

August 28, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 05, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Arren Y

Verified

August 23, 2021 Stayed at: Site: 12, Loop: Cold Springs

5

Campground is well maintained, in good condition. Friendly rangers.

Location Cold Springs Campground (CA)

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

Highway access

Cold Springs Campground is located 23 miles from Highway 198, which is the nearest major road access.

Elevation: 2279 feet

Distance to downtown

27 mi drive to downtown Three Rivers (about 1 hr 28 min)

Nearby Campgrounds


Last updated: September 4, 2026

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