Your List of Top RV Parks Near Sequoia National Park
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks offer visitors an exceptional opportunity to experience nature’s timeless wonders. The towering giant Sequoias have called this forest home for over 2,000 years. These grand beauties are among the oldest and largest living organisms on Earth. If you’re planning your road trip to the Sierra Nevada mountains, Sequoia National Park is a must.
Imagine standing next to the world’s largest tree. This needs to be on your travel bucket list.
And to help expedite your planning and enhance your vacation experience to central California, I researched and dug into all the options and curated a list of top-rated campgrounds and RV parks. Today we help you plan a memorable adventure amongst the breathtaking sequoias, rugged foothills, and diverse landscapes within the Sierra Nevada mountain range.
This is your comprehensive guide to the best RV parks and campgrounds in and near Sequoia National Park.
Keep in mind this area is popular. During peak summer months in particular, campgrounds can be fully booked months in advance. You are wise to start here to do your research now and reserve a spot as soon as possible. Also, while the park is open year round, certain campgrounds are seasonal due to weather conditions.
The RV Parks in Sequoia National Park
Creating this list of RV parks and campgrounds ignites a desire to get back out on the road as soon as possible. It can be difficult to rank the camping options in the Sierra Nevada region because the natural beauty of the area seems to shine through at every turn.
To create the list I relied on my own camping experiences, amenities, campground ratings, and feedback from both friends and RV travelers with firsthand experience at campgrounds near Sequoia.
Ok, let’s get to it. The sooner you find the best RV park for your needs, the sooner you’ll enjoy your outdoor adventures!
Dorst Creek Campground
Dorst Creek Campground is located within Sequoia National Park. You must have a reservation before camping at Dorst Creek.
The campground is located off Generals Highway from either the south or north park entrance.
Weather Related Closure
Dorst Creek Campground is recovering from damages caused by prior winter storms. Contact the campground directly to confirm current conditions and when reservations are expected to reopen.
Campground Amenities
The campground is paved and relatively flat and level, accommodating wheelchair access.
RV Campsites Overview
There are 33 RV only sites. In addition, Dorst Creek offers 12 sites dedicated for tent camping, including walk-in campsites that offer the ultimate experience of solitude and peace.
Lemon Cove Village RV Park
Lemon Cove Village, a family-friendly RV park, is located approximately 25 miles from Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park. This Good Sam Club park is near Kaweah Lake amongst the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Lemon Cove Village year round and enjoy a plethora of activities, including fishing, white water rafting, boating, and hiking.
Campground Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
Lemon Cove offers 60 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites. There are two larger tent sites dedicated for large groups.
Lodgepole Campground
Located along the banks of the scenic Marble Fork and Kaweah River, Lodgepole Campground is a park you should put at the top of your list of considerations for great places to stay.
You will have easy access to Lodgepole Village, which is a short walk of less than one mile away and offers a visitor center, gift shop, and general market.
Enjoy proximity to beautiful hiking trails such as Big Trees Trail, Tokopah Falls, and the trail to Moro Rock. You can also plan a nice trek to the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, which offers a great spot for fly-fishing and spectacular views of the waterfall.
RV Park Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
Standard, non-electric sites are available for RVs and tents.
Nearby Sights and Activities
There are many incredible natural landscapes and sights, including the mighty General Sherman Tree, Moro Rock, Crescent Meadow, and Tunnel Log. You may also want to visit the Giant Forest Museum and the Lodgepole Visitor Center.
Potwisha Campground
Located at 2,100 feet elevation along the Kaweah River, Potwisha Campground delivers stunning views in every direction. The campground is open year-round.
Campground Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
Enjoy shady sites under mature Oak trees. The campground accommodates RVs with a maximum length of 24 feet. There are 40 standard, non-electric sites, including two accessible sites.
Fire Restrictions
The weather in the foothills is often hot and dry, which increases risk of wildfire. Please always use the established campfire ring. Check with the park ranger, online, or campground bulletin boards for any fire restrictions before starting an open fire.
Riverbend RV Park
The 25-acre Riverbend RV Park is open year round and situated near Kings River. Campers enjoy beautiful grounds with tranquil streams and shade trees that are for RV or tent camping in the great outdoors.
Location
As the saying goes, location is everything. Riverbend continues to be one of our favorite RV Parks for its location. Situated within 75 miles of various national parks and forests, Riverbend is a great place to set up your home base and take advantage of the stunning natural beauty of central California.
Campground Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
Riverbend offers 55 spacious RV sites with full hookups and electrical service.
Sequoia Resort & RV Park
One of the special designs offered at Sequoia Resort & RV Park is each RV site comes with a privacy wall. Relax and enjoy the shade from mature trees while enjoying your private, comfortable space in the outdoors.
While this resort only offers RV camping (no tent sites), there are fully furnished and equipped vacation rental units. So even if you don’t have an RV (yet), you can experience the tranquility and peaceful outdoors at the 377-acre Sequoia Resort.
RV Resort Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
Sequoia RV Park only accommodates full hookup compatible RVs at this time. No tent or car camping is allowed.
Sequoia RV Ranch
Situated in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Sequoia RV Ranch could be the ideal option for RVers seeking easy access to the entrance of Sequoia National Park. Also, Three Rivers is only a short drive away. The small town has a general store, groceries, gift shops, coffee shops, diners, and a few restaurants.
Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, rafting, and fishing, among others. You can visit Kaweah Lake for boating, kayaking, and water-skiing.
Campground Amenities
RV Campsites Overview
The campground offers tent sites, dry camping, partial hookup sites with water and electric, as well as full hookup RV spaces with 30-Amp or 50-Amp electric service.
Sequoia National Park Travel Tips
Remember that this is black bear country. While we all love relaxing during those lovely warm days of summer, be vigilant about campground safety and aware that wildlife is in the area.
Here are a few key tips to help ensure you make the most of your vacation travels to Sequoia National Park.
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After graduating with a degree in animal behavior, Isabel allowed herself some time to get closer to nature. She took a leap to the European countryside and hiked her way through Switzerland, Italy, and Portugal before returning to the US. It’s clear now she was meant to be an outdoorsy gal as she spends her days camping and hiking the trails along both coasts and cozies up to the campfire with pen and paper to chronicle her travels. TREKKN is fortunate to have her on the team.
