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37 total sites
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About Potwisha Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
General Store
Parking
Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Grill
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
On Site Services
- General Store
- Waste Disposal
- Fish Cleaning Station
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (702)
What Guests Are Saying
Potwisha Campground is a clean and cozy spot with easy access to the Kaweah River, making it perfect for cooling off during hot summer days. Many campers enjoyed the beautiful scenery, wildlife sightings, and friendly staff, while the facilities, including restrooms, were generally well-maintained. However, some campers noted issues with noise from other guests and overcrowding, particularly during peak times, and suggested bringing shade and being cautious of aggressive squirrels. Overall, the campground is highly recommended for its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Potwisha Campground is a clean and cozy spot with easy access to the Kaweah River, making it perfect for cooling off during hot summer days. Many campers enjoyed the beautiful scenery, wildlife sightings, and friendly staff, while the facilities, including restrooms, were generally well-maintained. However, some campers noted issues with noise from other guests and overcrowding, particularly during peak times, and suggested bringing shade and being cautious of aggressive squirrels. Overall, the campground is highly recommended for its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
Review Summary
Deborah S
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: POTWISHA
Beautiful campground and lovely camp site. Easy access to hikes. We loved it!
Michael D
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: POTWISHA
It was a bit disappointing because the park was limited due to road damage. we did do a nice hike on the marble Falls Trail the evening was pretty difficult due to a noisy generator that ran for 3 1/2 hours until about 830 at night. I don’t understand why the park service allows generators in a close environment with other campers.
Jimmy C
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: POTWISHA
Excellent spot. closure at Hospital Rock into the Sequoias due to the damage to road in winter storms, but Marble Falls Trail was worth the views and you can just drive couple hours to Grant grove and see the Sequoias. Coming back in Summer to see General Sherman tree and do other mandatory hikes.
Kaiyosh K
VerifiedMay 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: POTWISHA
Nice site
Karen D
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: POTWISHA
Excellent experience at Potwisha, convenient to Sequoia National Park. We explored hospital rock, tunnel rock, hiked to bridge, trail located across street from Potwisha campground. The river falls were amazing near bridge, this hike was short but moderate ability over rocks at times, wear hiking boots and walking sticks for balance. Our site had mountain view, and near clean well stocked flush toilets. We filled up potable water across street from Potwisha campground entrance, dump station there as well. Great amazing mountain, river and wild spring flora seen throughout our ride up to Park. There is a 3.7 mi hike to larger falls near site 14, we did not have time to explore.
Dempsey W
VerifiedMay 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: POTWISHA
Due to road damage and snowfall - very little of the park was open during mid-May 2023, which was disappointing. We really liked the campsites near the river - the rushing of the river made it very easy to fall asleep. Most campsites have good shade. I expected water to be more accessible - it was necessary to lug water from the bathroom. No showers were available.
edwin h
VerifiedMay 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: POTWISHA
I had no idea there were spots available as all of the signs said "Full". When I inquired at the visitors center about possible cancellations, they said they just leave the "Full" signs up all the time since they have no control over reservations any longer.
Glad that something was open. The camping area itself wasn't as clean or picturesque as I imagined. The low altitude and warm weather were no doubt contributing factors, especially after having just spent a few days in Yosemite. At least there were no crowds. I had a last minute reservation, got the last open spot, which meant I was adjacent to dumpsters.
Victoria K
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: POTWISHA
Great location, clean bathrooms, and hiking trail on site. Bug spray and citronella candles are a must!
Isabelle T
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: POTWISHA
We had Sites 21 and 24 (next to each other) with a large group, plenty of room. The sites both had some shade which was really nice. It can get pretty hot there in the summer months! The park was mostly closed when we visited, so we did one the few trails open - Marble Falls. It was an awesome hike, busy most likely because there weren't many other options. The flush toilets & sink are a plus.
Fumiyo T
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: POTWISHA
Easy to access campground; fairly spacious tent sites; clean tent sites and bathrooms; bear boxes at every tent site.
Location & Directions for Potwisha Campground
47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, CA 93271 United States
Elevation: 648 ft
Highway access
Potwisha Campground is accessible via Generals Highway, which connects to CA-198 approximately 16 miles to the west.
Nearby National Park
In Sequoia National Park
Approximate driving time: 6 min
Big Stump Entrance Station
Approximate driving time: 34 min
Big Oak Flat Entrance
Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (91 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 $10 cancellation fee, all other fees after that will be refunded. Recreation.gov policies apply to all reservations, cancellations, refunds and date changes. 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. • 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. • Generator Hours- 9am to 9pm. • Fire Restrictions- Fire Restrictions may be in effect during the summer! Check current fire restrictions at Fire Restrictions - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (U.S. National Park Service). • 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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