Horse Creek

Warning

General

NOTE: Reservations are required at least 1 day in advance of your planned arrival date. No same-day or first-come-first-served reservations.

Horse Creek Campground- Lake Kaweah
Campsite #1
As lake levels rise, the spring time view of the lake increases at the campground
Horse Creek Campground sign
Campsite #5

Featured amenities

Showers Showers

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

80 total sites

RV Sites

68 sites

Tent Sites

8 sites

About Horse Creek

Horse Creek Campground is located on the Kaweah River in the foothills of central California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Terminus Dam on Kaweah Lake is three miles east of Lemon Cove, CA.

Number of accommodations: 80

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 7

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

80 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
06, Loop: YOKU Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
09, Loop: YOKU Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
11, Loop: LIVE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
14, Loop: LIVE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: LIVE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
18, Loop: LIVE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
23, Loop: LIVE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: LIVE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 41, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: SHOR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
52, Loop: YOKU Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 56, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 65, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 66, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 67, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 69, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 70, Loop: TERM RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 72, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 73, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 74, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 78, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 79, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 80, Loop: YOKU RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🏕️ 81, Loop: CORRAL Equestrian
16 guests
Price not available
🏕️ 82, Loop: CORRAL Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🏕️ 83, Loop: CORRAL Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🏕️ 84, Loop: CORRAL Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (276)

What Guests Are Saying

Horse Creek Campground offers stunning views and a serene atmosphere, making it a delightful choice for families and nature enthusiasts. While some amenities, particularly restrooms and showers, were closed or in poor condition, many visitors appreciated the cleanliness of the portable toilets and the overall beauty of the site. The campground's proximity to Sequoia National Park and friendly rangers contributed to a positive experience for most campers, despite minor maintenance issues.

Review Summary

3.7
276 reviews
5
43.1%
119
4
22.8%
63
3
11.6%
32
2
10.1%
28
1
12.3%
34

Anna S

Verified

April 26, 2022 Stayed at: 52, Loop: YOKU

5

Friendly staff. Spacious sites and affordable

Chuck W

Verified

April 29, 2022 Stayed at: 30, Loop: LIVE

4

Campground was clean and well maintained. The overall layout was well thought out.

John M

Verified

May 15, 2022 Stayed at: 58, Loop: YOKU

5

We really loved the view and the space between the sites. We don't understand the appeal of sardine camping.... Like most RV Parks. Our neighbors and even the campers not next to us were polite. I recommend this site to tent RV campers.

Abel H

Verified

May 26, 2022 Stayed at: 30, Loop: LIVE

5

It's a beautiful place.

Patrick M

Verified

May 27, 2022 Stayed at: 10, Loop: YOKU

1

I was going to give a review of this place anyway, and then you asked me for my experience. So, since you asked.... the Army Core of Engineers should be ashamed to have their name on this campground. There is a lot of land to work with here. Seriously, not a flat spot in the park, All the sites were narrow, barely enough to fit your rig on, or so short only to be appropriate for tent camping. And everything on the side of a hill. Are you so out of touch with the way people camp today that you are clueless ???? Does no one in the C.O.E. do any camping or own an R.V. ??? We need places big enough for trailers, 5th wheels and motorhomes. They are all powered with propane, which does not work correctly and are dangerous if not pretty level. These sites are not even close. I was going to cut them some slack when I heard this was originally a county park the core took over, then I found out they came in and re-paved and just re-inforced all the stupid planning that had originally been done. You had an opportunity with heavy equipment to make this a beautiful and RV friendly park and you blew it !!! You should be embarrassed to have your name on this park. ! If you enjoy an uneven camp site and have a rig less than 20 ft, this is the place for you.

Melita A

Verified

June 1, 2022 Stayed at: 69, Loop: TERM

4

The campground is convenient to the south entrance to Sequoia National Park. It is next to Lake Kaweah and the land is pretty much wide open, only a few trees. It was easy to arrive and pick up my car pass at the office and get set up at my site. The site had plenty of space, all grass, to pitch my tent. There was also a picnic table with some shade. The bathroom had one shower with good water pressure. It was very quiet once night set and the highway traffic quieted but also the sounds from other campsites traveled across the whole grounds. Major annoyance were all the mosquitos: bring bug deterrents! Last entry into the ground was 9p I believe, though you can leave whenever. It’s a good option for lake access (has a boat ramp) and also for proximity to the national parks.

James S

Verified

June 22, 2022 Stayed at: 25, Loop: LIVE

5

Really nice camp ground by the water just be sure to bring some pop up shade unless you get a spot with shade.

Kenneth S

Verified

July 3, 2022 Stayed at: 79, Loop: YOKU

2

Only complaint was lack of shade. This particular site had none. Was actually a really cool campsite otherwise.

Denver Q

Verified

July 5, 2022 Stayed at: 60, Loop: TERM

2

One of the worst camping experiences we've had this year. Bathrooms were filthy for the entire 4 days we were here, and the toilet paper was never restocked in either bathroom; luckily we brought our own. Our campsite location was nice, and the views were gorgeous, but our neighbors were rowdy, and clearly no park employees cared about enforcing or even encouraging quiet hours. Not sure I ever even saw anyone who worked for the park during our entire 4 day stay. Multiple times we came back to our campsite to find wannabe squatters ready to set up camp in our spot (with our tent and gear very clearly already established). Be ready to defend your campsite, and endure neighbors firing paintball guns at metal garbage bins at 6am after playing music till 3am. Wish I was exaggerating.

Nelly M

Verified

July 9, 2022 Stayed at: 18, Loop: LIVE

3

No shade, our site 18 barely has shade. Bathroom stinks, good thing we always brought our own. Other campers doesn’t observe down time, was noisy till almost midnight.

Location Horse Creek

Address:
37843 Sierra Drive
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States

Highway access

Horse Creek Campground is accessible via HWY 198, which is approximately 20 miles east of Visalia, CA.

Elevation: 208 feet

Nearby National Park

Yosemite National Park

Big Oak Flat Entrance

Approximate driving time: 1 hr 16 min

Distance to downtown

6.2 mi drive to downtown Three Rivers (about 10 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Park Hours:
  • Peak Season: . Gate closes at .
  • Non-Peak Season: . Gate closes at .
  • Access to the shoreline may vary from month to month
  • After hours, the entrance is closed to inbound traffic
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Be campfire safe. Do not leave the campfire unattended. The campfire should be completely cold / put out upon departure. 
  • Lake Kaweah Park Rules and Regulations are posted at the information board.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

NOTE: Reservations are required at least 1 day in advance of your planned arrival date. No same-day or first-come-first-served reservations.

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Last updated: September 4, 2026

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