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. Lodgepole campsites are close to the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River.
◊ Hike along trails among Giant Sequoias at Crescent Meadows and near Giant Forest
◊ Tour the Giant Forest Museum
◊ Picnic at Pinewood Picnic Area
◊ Stop at the Kings Canyon Overlook along the Generals Highway
◊ Join a guided adventure with the Sequoia Parks Conservancy
Lodgepole Campground features 214 campsites, many are designated as walk-in, tent-only sites. These tent sites are scattered throughout the campground. Limited sites will accommodate trailers or RVs over 30 feet. Many campsites are located beside or near the Marble Fork Kaweah River.
◊ Picnic table, fire ring with grill, bear-resistant food storage locker (47”W x 33”D x 28”H)
◊ Spigots with drinking water
◊ Restrooms with accessible flush toilets
◊ Nearby Lodgepole Village with store, grill, showers, laundromat
◊ Tent pad
◊ Paved parking driveway; campground road is paved
Those with RVs over 22 feet should enter the parks via Highway 180. Some roads in the parks cannot accommodate vehicles longer than 22 or 24 feet. 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: | Lodgepole Campground reservations are required. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made beginning in late January for camping dates beginning in late May. Reservations can only be made up to 4 months in advance of your arrival date.
"The season opening dates for this campground may be earlier based on a variety of factors. Updates will be posted here." |
| 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: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated April 2025 |
Lodgepole Campground
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.
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.
Three Rivers, near Sequoia National Park's southwestern entrance station on Highway 198, is at en elevation of 843 feet. Weather here will be much milder than farther up into the park.
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