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Parks Institute Stage 1 Fire Restrictions June 1, 2013
Due to high fire danger, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks are instituting fire restrictions inside the parks. More »
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Road Construction Delays (if Entering/Exiting Hwy. 198)
Expect minimal construction delays on main road through parks (Generals Hwy) through June 2013 on weekdays generally from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. See link for schedule. Call for 24-hour road conditions info: 559-565-3341 (press 1, 1, 1). More »
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Vehicle Length Limits Have Changed in Sequoia NP (if Entering/Exiting Hwy 198)
Planning to see the "Big Trees" in Sequoia National Park? If you enter/exit via Hwy. 198, please pay close attention to new vehicle length advisories for your safety and the safety of others. More »
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Some Opening/Closing Dates for Services and Facilities May Change – Check Back for Updates
Some opening/closing dates for facilities and visitor services in the parks may change due to weather or other circumstances. Call 559-565-3341 or send us an email using the "Contact Us" link below the main menu (bottom left, this page).
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You May Have Trouble Calling Us. Use the "Contact Us" Link (Bottom Left) to Send an E-mail.
We are experiencing technical problems receiving some incoming phone calls at the parks. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please keep trying to reach us or check this website for frequently-asked questions. The search box (top, right) may be helpful.
Group Campsites
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There are four group camping areas in the parks. All are open from approximately June through September. Parking is limited in each; carpool if possible. Each site has access to flush toilets, drinking water, a picnic table and a firepit with grill. Only one site per organization per day is allowed. Some Opening/Closing Dates for Services and Facilities May Change- Check Back for Updates. Some of the opening/closing dates for facilities and visitor services in the parks may change due to weather and/or other circumstances. Please call 559-565-3341 BEFORE you plan to visit. DORST CREEK CAMPGROUND Dorst offers four group sites with limited RV spaces. For inquiries about the Dorst group campsites call (559) 565-3341. Large Group Sites:
Download the Dorst Creek campground map (PDF, 391 kb) Attention! Sequoia and Kings Canyon is experiencing a significantly low snow water content year. We anticipate that Dorst Creek campground will run out of water this camping season. We will no longer be taking advanced reservations for the 2013 camping season; however reservations already made will still be honored. If we need to close the campground we will help you find a different campsite in a different park campground at no additional cost. If you have questions please contact 559-565-4404 or 559-565-4487.Reservations may be made through Recreation.gov online or by phone at (877) 444-6777. Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of the date you want to camp. SUNSET CAMPGROUND Grant Grove, Kings Canyon National Park Sunset offers two group sites. RVs and trailers must camp in regular campsites nearby. For information inquiries only call: (559) 565-3341. NEW in 2013! These large group campsites are available for online reservations. See below for reservation information. Large Group Sites:
Reservations may be made through Recreation.gov online or by phone at (877) 444-6777. Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of the date you want to camp. CANYON VIEW CAMPGROUND Cedar Grove, Kings Canyon National Park Canyon View offers 16 group sites and no individual campsites. RVs and trailers must camp in regular campsites nearby. For information inquiries only call: (559) 565-3341. NEW in 2013! These large group campsites are available for online reservations. See below for reservation information.
Mid-Sized Group Sites: (First-come, first-served only - NO RESERVATIONS!)
Download the Canyon View campground map (PDF, 39 kb) Reservations may be made through Recreation.gov online or by phone at (877) 444-6777. Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of the date you want to camp. CRYSTAL SPRINGS CAMPGROUND Crystal Springs offers 13 mid-sized group sites and 36 individual sites. RVs and trailers must camp in individual campsites nearby. For information inquiries only call: (559) 565-4357. Mid-Sized Group Sites:
Download the Crystal Springs campground map (PDF, 39 kb) Forest Service Group Campgrounds The National Forest Service maintains four group campsites that border Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Please visit the Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument campground web page for information on reservations and regulations or click on one links below to go directly to ReserveUSA. A free campfire permit for forest service campgrounds may be obtained at the Hume Lake District Office or the Kings Canyon Visitor Center (Grant Grove). Aspen Hollow Limited to a maximum group size of 100 people, and a combination of 25 automobiles or 10 RV'S. Logger Flat Fir Cove |
Did You Know?
Picnic areas are a major source of problem bears. Bears quickly lose their fear of humans when allowed access to our food. They wind up dead, hit by cars or shot because they threaten people. Store all food immediately on arrival, stay close to food at tables, and put all trash in bearproof cans!