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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
Maik L
VerifiedAugust 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: POTWISHA
Nice campground with all basic amenities. The spots are spacious and equipped as posted. We would come back
Jessica L
VerifiedAugust 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: POTWISHA
First time camping where we were threatened by nearby campers after 10PM because they refused to turn down the music that they were blasting through the night. We kindly asked them to turn it down as courtesy because of quiet hours, but instead they threatened that they could just “put us to sleep”. We called the rangers, who responded ASAP, which was reassuring, but decided to leave the campsite altogether. We’ll have to visit Sequoia another time.
Maya J
VerifiedAugust 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: POTWISHA
Everything was perfect! We had a great, large pitch (24). There were bears near the campground (which we loved). And you can splash around in the river that runs next to the campground, which makes up for not having showers (especially as it was very hot when we were there).
Lawrence C
VerifiedAugust 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: POTWISHA
The campground is on the side of a hill so there are only one or two level spots. They are # 19 and possibly #17. This paved pull through spot (#30) dipped and dived so that it took every block and board that I had to get almost level. There was an overgrown bush on the passenger (road side) of the spot that interfered with the door, which limited positioning. At least it was right across the road from the bathrooms. No staff at campground to find out if changing sites was possible and no internet to check reservation.gov (back at visitor center).
frederique g
VerifiedAugust 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: POTWISHA
Camping très chouette en pleine nature près de séquoia , petite rivière en contre bas très agréable pour se rafraîchir ….
fonny w
VerifiedAugust 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: POTWISHA
Dry spot
Philipp M
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: POTWISHA
Our site didn’t have any shade, so it was very hot. I wasn’t aware of the temperature in this area, completely different than some miles away in the Sequoia NP!
John H
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: POTWISHA
The bathrooms were very clean. However, the campground had trash everywhere. Our campsite was very trashy.
Peter H
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: POTWISHA
several spots next to us occupied by parties with more then the allowed max of people and tents - party until late and use of generators.
NOT the experience you expect in a national park. Rangers and hosts did not interfere.
Christina M
VerifiedJuly 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: POTWISHA
The overall location of Potwisha campground was clean. The trash & recycle never overflowed. The bathrooms were tidy.
I never saw personnel at the entrance though.
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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