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GeneralSeason opening dates for this campground are tentative and subject to change depending on weather and other conditions. Updates will be posted here ahead of additional releases.
About Lodgepole Campground-sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
Number of accommodations: 201
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (523)
What Guests Are Saying
Lodgepole Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with excellent facilities, including a market, showers, and organized ranger programs. The campground's proximity to major attractions in Sequoia National Park and the convenience of a free shuttle enhance the overall experience. While some reviews noted issues with crowded sites and restroom cleanliness, many visitors expressed high satisfaction and a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Lodgepole Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with excellent facilities, including a market, showers, and organized ranger programs. The campground's proximity to major attractions in Sequoia National Park and the convenience of a free shuttle enhance the overall experience. While some reviews noted issues with crowded sites and restroom cleanliness, many visitors expressed high satisfaction and a desire to return.
Review Summary
Amanda g
VerifiedAugust 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: Upper Lodgepole 69-104
We recently stayed at lodgepole site 072 for two nights. First night we made dinner and got swarmed by about 35 yellow jackets. They wouldn't leave us alone and it was so hard to cleanup without getting bit. Just be aware if you stay at this site there might be a nest nearby. After that we didn't make any food at our site because you couldn't eat in peace and it was a headache cleaning up while being chased by hornets. The tent pad did fit our 14'x10' tent. The tent pad was very close to the neighbors tent pad. Parking was level with the site, no walking up a trail to your site. The river was very beautiful and nice to listen to all night. Bathrooms were not well maintained and no lights in bathroom so bring a headlamp. The campground is located near a lot of the main attractions and trailheads.
julius b
VerifiedAugust 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 103, Loop: Upper Lodgepole 69-104
convenient location for trip to kings canyon trails
Samantha R
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: 36-60
It was amazing. So much nature, the river is super flow by, so many hiking options, affordable. If you’re thinking of going, do it! I WILL say, in camping site 43, there are SO MANY WASPS. Be careful, they do not let you eat in peace.
Sabine H
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: Upper Lodgepole 69-104
Peaceful spot in beautiful nature.
Jerome H
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: 23-35
The Lodgepole Campground was very comfortable. We had two excellent ranger programs in the evenings. There is a stream that the children enjoyed playing in. The visitor center a short walk away was useful. The attached store and restaurant were convenient. I highly recommend the ice cream vendor! Two caveats: wasps made eating outdoors upsetting for the children; the showers (4 quarters for a three-minute shower) were hot, but the floor was unappealingly muddy.
The campground is located close to hiking for the most famous features of the park. Do not miss the climb to the top of Moro Rock! Get there early to avoid human traffic jams on the narrow stairway to the top.
janet p
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 164, Loop: 151-214
Campsite provides NO privacy, very little shade, very close to next campers. There was only one BR for the whole upper loop. BR was poorly maintained. TP all over, never cleaned, sinks horrendous, low flow water so had to flush 3 times just for paper. I think campers just gave up and stopped caring and it showed. It was disgusting. For a flush that bad, I would rather a nice vault that was cared for. I guess cutbacks are showing. They were painting, but only came once in the 4 days I was there. Stay in another loop with less campers, those were better cared for BRs.
Alan GaoYing Y
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 169, Loop: 151-214
I reserved campsite 169, and when I got there, all I saw was parking space 169 and nothing else. I tried to use the bear box right next to the parking space but when I look it said 168, I didn't find my campsite(I assume it was mine because it was right next to 170 which is also down by the creek, however the bear box had no indications) till the next morning when I noticed there were additional campsites down the slope near a creek. The couple on 168 was nice enough to let me use their bear box since they had a camper. There should be indications of some sort directing people to their campsites, where it is not obvious or next to the parking.
Thomas G M
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 197, Loop: 151-214
The trees were beautiful, the campground was more like a trailer park.
Peter P
VerifiedAugust 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 197, Loop: 151-214
The campsites are well-maintained, though the fire ring was full of ashes, so you’d need to clean it yourself if you want to use it. The bathrooms could have used daily cleaning, but that didn’t happen. Traffic directions aren’t clearly marked, and I saw trailers and cars backing up or trying to squeeze past each other. The campsite is a starting point for multiple trails and is within walking distance to the visitor center and the bus stop, which takes you to other attractions around the park. There’s free public Wi-Fi at the visitor center, but there’s zero cell signal elsewhere.
sean n
VerifiedAugust 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 139, Loop: Upper Lodgepole 105-144
Lots of space on this camp site. Its located near the dumpster but its not loud at all. You're also located at the main fork of the road so some road noise does come through. Plenty of shade during the morning and evening, partial shade during the middle of the day. Compared to other camp sites, this one had good amounts of shade. Limited sizing flat camping area was a good touch so keep in mind of the 9x12 size limits. The parking space itself is quite big compared to other sites. You could fit a large size truck, but not anything with a trailer attached. Restroom was a bit of a hike but not to far off. Water stations were also very close by.
Location Lodgepole Campground-sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
Address:
Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Parks
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States
Both roads leading to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks approach from the west. They are open all day, every day, depending on weather. From the east, no roads reach the park boundary.
The Main park road, The Generals Highway, connects the north and south entrances. Winter storms may cause temporary closures from Grant Grove to Lodgepole.
- It takes about 1 hour to drive to the campground from the south park entrance (198E) or about a 1 hour from the north park entrance (180E).
- Notice: 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.
Arriving from the south (Highway 198):
- From Highways 65 or 99: Go east on Hwy 198 E and follow signs for Sequoia National Park to the park entrance.
- Highway 180 E may be reached from Highway 198 E using Hwy 63 N from Visalia.
Arriving from the north (Highway 180):
- From Fresno: take Highway 180E, following signs for Kings Canyon National Park to the park entrance.
- Once in the park, follow signs to Sequoia National Park and Lodgepole.
The campground is accessible via Highway 198 from the south and Highway 180 from the north, both leading to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Highway 198 connects with Highways 65 or 99, while Highway 180 can be reached from Fresno.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.6067 / -118.726
Elevation: 2057 feet
Nearby National Park
Big Oak Flat Entrance
Approximate driving time: 1 hr 40 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
12PM
Check out time
12PM
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 $20 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. To leave a message call (559) 565-3714.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.
- 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.
- 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
GeneralSeason opening dates for this campground are tentative and subject to change depending on weather and other conditions. Updates will be posted here ahead of additional releases.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
