Lodgepole Campground is the main camping destination in the heart of Sequoia National Park. From Lodgepole, visitors can walk to services in Lodgepole Village, take the free shuttle to sites such as Moro Rock and the Sherman Tree. They can drive to Crystal Cave or over to Grant Grove. Campsites are close to the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River.
Of the 214 campsites at Lodgepole Campground, many are designated as walk-in, tent-only sites. These sites are scattered throughout the campground. Limited sites will accommodate trailers or RVs over 30 feet. All campsites have paved driveways. Some roads in the parks cannot accommodate vehicles longer than 22 or 24 feet. Those with RVs over 22 feet should enter the parks via Highway 180.
You can purchase your park entrance pass in advance online and save time at the entrance gate: Park Entrance Pass.
| Lodgepole Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Lodgepole Campground Location: | Lodgepole Village, Sequoia National Park |
| Elevation: | 6,500 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | From Visalia - 52 miles, 1:20 |
| Number of Sites: | Summer - 214 Fall and spring - 16 walk-in tent sites and limited RV sites |
| Camping Season: | Open late March - third week of October |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Campground and Park Information: | (559) 565-3341 or (559)565-4487 |
| Lodgepole Campground Campsite Designations | |
|---|---|
| 47 Tent-only, Walk-in Sites: | #38-45, 52-55, 69, 71, 74-77, 79, 82-84, 86- 88, 90, 97-100, 102-104, 108, 111, 122, 125-128, 130, 134, 140, 169-174 |
| 10 RV Sites: | #12, 15, 50, 51, 56, 58, 60, 152, 196, 197 |
| Standard Sites for RV, trailer, or tent: | 87 other sites throughout the campground |
| Campground Layout: | Loops A (sites #1-22)
Loop B (sites #23-35) Loop C (sites #36-60) Loop D (sites #61-68) Sites #69-95 Upper Lodgepole (sites #96-144) Log bridge (sites #151-214) |
| Reservations at Lodgepole Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | Reservations are required for camping at Lodgepole Campground. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made beginning on January 24, 2023, for camping dates beginning on May 24, 2023. Reservations can only be made up to 4 months in advance of your arrival date. |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights from June 14 to September 14 with 30 days total per year |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 40 feet at limited sites |
| Accessible Sites: | #62 and #63; most sites are level |
| Favorite Campsites: | #40, 52, 54, 64, 101, 105, 107, 134, 146, 166, 183, 189, 202 |
| Fees: | $32 per night |
| Reservations: | Lodgepole Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Noon, Noon |
| Lodgepole Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire ring |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, amphitheater |
| Showers and laundry: | ¼-mile at Lodgepole Market |
| Dump and water station: | Yes (closed October to mid-May) |
| Campground map: | Lodgepole Campground Map |
| Nearby facilities: | Nature Center, Lodgepole Village with visitor center, grocery and gift shop, deli, snack bar, post office, showers, laundry, wilderness permits |
| Attractions near Lodgepole Campground: | Join summer Ranger programs. Hike up the trail to Tokopah Falls. Stand before the General Sherman Tree. Take the trail up to the top of Moro Rock. Tour the wonders of Crystal Cave (purchase tickets in Lodgepole Visitor Center, not sold at cave entrance). Near Crescent Meadow drive through Tunnel Log. Then walk out to Tharp's Cabin..
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Lodgepole Campground
Lodgepole Campground
Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park visitors enjoy all the scenic destinations from Giant Sequoias to roaring waterfalls. Those staying at Lodgepole Campground are are at the heart of Sequoia National Park.
Check Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks - Lodgepole Campground for any campground updates.
Also check Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks Alerts for current park conditions.
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.
