Wishon Campground is 12 miles east of Springville in the Sequoia National Forest. The campground is open year-round as long as weather permits. Visitors to the area enjoy fishing in the nearby Tule River and hiking. A self-guided nature trail begins at the campground as does the Doyle Springs Trail connecting to Mountain Home. The Forest Service cautions, "Entering the river is dangerous; watch out for swift water, treacherous currents, and slippery rocks." A nature trail loop is adjacent to the campground.
Wishon Campground offers 31 single campsites and 4 doubles. Campsites are arranged around one large loop and several smaller ones. The campsites are spread over several areas, so be sure to cross the bringe to see the full range of choices. All the sites can accommodate small RVs, trailers, and tents. Five bear boxes are positioned around the campground for communal use. A creek runs through the campground. No drinking water is available in the winter.
A 2-bedroom Forest Servicea cabin at Wishon Campground is also available to rent. The cabin is fully furnished with a kitchen. Guests provide their own linens, blankets, towels, and pillows. The cabin sleeps 6 and rents for $160 per night. Wishon Cabin Reservations.
| Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Wishon Campground Location: | From Springville follow Hwy. 190 east to Wishon Drive. Follow Wishon Drive 3.8 miles and watch for campground turnoff on the right. |
| Elevation: | 3,900 feet |
| Mileage from Gateway City: | Porterville - 28 miles
Bakersfield - 77 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 35 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | Campsites: 6 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 ($7 per night fee for untowed 2nd vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | ExplorUS for Sequoia National Forest |
| Western Divide Ranger District Office: | (559) 539-2607 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Wishon Campground reservations are available year-round. |
| Booking Window: | Campsites may be reserved from 3 days up to 6 months prior to arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 24 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None |
| Favorite Campsites: | |
| Fees: | Single Campsites $34 per night ($2 more over holidays)
Double Campsite $68 ($4 more over holidays) Plus $10 reservation fee |
| Campground Map: | Wishon Campground Map |
| Reservations: | Wishon Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Wishon Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water (except no water in winter) |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Wishon Campground: | Explore hiking trails up the Tule River. Stroll along the Trail of 100 Giants. Visit California Hot Springs Resort with a pool and spa. Drive north on the Great Western Divide Highway to Dome Rock and views of the Needles Rock formation. Hike or mountain bike the 2-mile Needles Lookout Trail.
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated February 2025 |
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.
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Wishon Campground
The Sequoia National Forest ranges from low foothills on the west to high Sierra peaks toward the east. River, streams, trails, and remote roads offer many recreation opportunities. Campers at Wishon Campground can fish in branches of the Tule River and hike along a variety of forest trails.
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2023 - 2024