Hume Lake Campground

Hume Lake Campground is within easy walking distance of Hume Lake and all the recreational opportunities the area affords, including fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, and swimming. A lakeside day use area is a short walk from the campground. Hume Lake's central location makes it convenient to drive to all the major attractions in Kings Canyon and Sequoia national parks. Vehicles over 22-feet long should enter the parks via Highway 180.

RV Camping and Tent Camping at Hume Lake Campground

Most of the 54 campsites at Hume Lake Campground are available for RV camping and tent camping. Two dozen sites dispersed throughout the campground are designated tent-only. Three sites are double campsites. Some campsites have views of the lake. Trails from the campground lead down to the lake.

You can purchase your park entrance pass in advance online and save time at the entrance gate: Park Entrance Pass.

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Hume Lake Campground Basics
Hume Lake Campground Location:	Hume Lake in Sequoia National Forest, 10½ miles northeast of Grant Grove.
Elevation:	5,200 feet
Mileage/Driving Time:	From Fresno - 79 miles, 1:56
Number of Sites:	64
Camping Season:	Open mid-May through mid-September, weather permitting
Max. People per Site:	6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site:	2 ($7 per night for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by:	California Land Management for Sequoia National Forest
Hume Lake Ranger District:	(559) 338-2251
Campground Information:	(559) 335-2232

Reservations at Hume Lake Campground
Reservations available:	Reservations are available whenever the campground is open.
Booking Window:	Reservations can be made from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Camping Limit:	14 nights from June 14 to September 14 with 30 days total per year
Maximum RV/Trailer Length:	20 to 35 feet
Accessible Sites:	None designated
Favorite Campsites:	#4, 19, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 34, 64, 67
Fees:	$34 per night for single site ($2 more on holiday weekends)
Reservations:	Hume Lake Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Hume Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, food locker, fire ring
Campground:	Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, amphitheater
Showers and laundry:	No
Dump station:	at Princess Campground
Attractions near Hume Lake Campground:	Visit Hume Lake for fishing, non-motorized boating, and swimming. Drive to nearby Grant Grove with Giant Sequoia groves. Take a tour of Boyden Caverns. Drive to Cedar Grove and find great hiking trails.. Shop Amazon: Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Hume Lake Campground

Key Hume Lake Campground Regulations

Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Avoid problems with bears by storing food and similar items in bear-proof lockers, not in vehicles. Use of the lockers is required.
Generators may only be operated from 9 AM to 9 PM. In Lodgepole and Dorst campgrounds, only operate generators from 8 AM to 11 AM and 5 PM to 8 PM.
Dogs (except service dogs) are not permitted on any park trails or on the summer shuttle.

Check Sequoia National Forest - Hume Lake Campground for any campground updates.
Also check Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks Alerts for current park conditions.

General Camping Information for

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

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Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks
Attractions and Activities

Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks are filled with scenic wonders and great places to explore. Campers at Hume Lake Campground are next to a beautiful mountain lake.

Walk down to the lake for swimming, kayaking, and fishing.
Join in Ranger-led Programs at Grant Grove, Cedar Grove, Wuksachi Lodge, and John Muir Lodge.
Try your luck fishing along the Kings River in Cedar Grove or hike to Mist Falls.
Take advantage of a free shuttle to key sites in Sequoia's Lodgepole and Giant Forest area.
In Sequoia, visit Crystal Cave, climb the trail up Moro Rock, stand before the towering Sherman Tree, and visit the Giant Forest Museum.
Take a scenic driving tour of some of the spectacular vistas in the parks.
Children can participate in the Junior Ranger Program.
Enjoy the annual Dark Day Festival. Enjoy telescope viewings, solar observations, activities, and tours. See Ranger-led Programs for dates and details.

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