Horse Creek Campground is part of the Horse Creek Recreation Area on the shore of Lake Kaweah, 22 miles east of Visalia.
Visitors to Lake Kaweah find excellent fishing for rainbow trout, largemouth bass, catfish, and others. The lake is popular for boating, jet skiing, sailing, and waterskiing. A marina provides boat rentals, boat slips, and fishing supplies. Launch ramps are located in the Kaweah, Lemon Hill and Slick Rock recreation areas. Equestrian and walking trails are available when the lake water level is low. Lake Kaweah is operated by the Army Corps of Engineers.
Horse Creek Campground features 80 campsites. All the campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Nearly all of the sites lack shade. Campfire programs are presented at the Horse Creek Amphitheater on Saturday nights from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
When Lake Kaweah is full, the campground is near the water, but as summer progresses water levels are drawn down and the shoreline recedes. An opposite problem occurs when water levels are high and portions of the campgrounds are flooded. At times of high water (April - July), the Army Corps of Engineers recommends calling the park office to confirm availability. (559) 597-2301
In addition to standard campsites, Horse Creek Campground has 4 Equestrian Campsites. One of the sites is a double.
| Horse Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Horse Creek Campground Location: | Off Hwy. 198 at the southeast end of Lake Kaweah |
| Elevation: | 720 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Visalia - 22 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 80 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles per campsite, $4 per night for additional vehicles. |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Lake Kaweah Park Office: | (559) 597-2301 |
| Reservations for Horse Creek Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Reservations are required for camping year-round, except . . . "All campsites will be closed to reservations between mid-April and mid-July for seasonal flooding. Please contact the Lake Kaweah office at (559) 597-2301 for further information." |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made from 24 hours up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | #73 - Also, some facilities are accessible |
| Fees: | Standard sites - $20 - $30 per night |
| Reservations: | Horse Creek Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:30 PM Check-out: 2:00 PM; After hours, the entrance gate is closed to inbound traffic. |
| Horse Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, amphitheater |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Attractions near Horse Creek Campground: | Enjoy Lake Kaweah for boating, waterskiing, and fishing. Visit the marina for boat rentals and fishing supplies. Tour the Lemon Hill Visitor Center (open weekdays 10 AM to 4 PM). Attend summer campfire programs at the campground on Saturday evenings at 7 PM. Drive up the highway 12 miles to Sequoia National Park. The most popular features of Sequoia National Park are another 15-20 miles up the mountain.
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| Updates | Last Updated April 2025 |
Four equestrian campsites are found at Lake Kaweah. Three are standard campsites for 8 people each and 2 vehicles each. A fourth site can accommodate up to 16 people and 4 vehicles.
Fees: $20 and $40 per night
Reservations: Horse Creek Campground Reservations
Horse Creek Campground, Lake Kaweah
Visitors to Lake Kaweah find most of their recreation out on the water. For a change of pace, they head up the highway into Sequoia National Park. Campers at Horse Creek Campground are close to the water and only a short drive from the marina.
Check U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Lake Kaweah for any campground updates.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow 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.
