Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park sits among the stunning landscapes of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks in California . With 25 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
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Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park located in California, offering 25 camping sites.
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Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
A Rural campground in California
Overview
the Campground Is Perched at an Elevation of 6,700 Ft.
a Handful of Popular Day-Hikes Begin From or Near the Campground, Including the Trail to Lost Grove, a 57-Acre Grove Containing 15 Beautiful Sequoias. Vehicles Longer Than 22 Feet Long Are Prohibited on the Narrow Winding Crystal Cave Road. Tours Into Crystal Cave, One of Hundreds of Marble Caves in the Park, Give Visitors an Interesting View of Rock Formations, Fossils, Rare Minerals and Unique Wildlife. , on the Banks of Scenic Dorst Creek. Dorst Creek Campground Is Located in the Breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in Central California’S Rugged Sierra Nevada Range. Several Meadows Surround the Campground and a Number of Small Streams Flow Through the Site. Dorst Creek Lies in the Giant Forest Region of Sequoia National Park, Where Forty Miles of Trails Invite Visitors to Immerse Themselves in the Majesty of the Ancient Groves.
Several Additional Popular Hiking and Wilderness Trailheads Are Close by, Including the Big Trees Trail and the Trail to Moro Rock, a Granite Dome with Spectacular Views of the Great Western Divide and Western Half of the Park.
Tokopah Falls Trail Is an Easy Walk Along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, Leading to an Impressive 1,200 Ft. Waterfall. Fly-Fishing Is a Popular Activity on Dorst Creek and the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River. the Campground Is Very Popular with Tent and RV Campers Alike. It Has Paved Roads, Flush Toilets, and Drinking Water, But No Electricity. Picnic Tables, Fire Rings, and Bear Food Storage Boxes Are Provided at Each Site. a Free Dump Station Is Located on-Site. Lodgepole Village Is Nine Miles Away, Offering a Visitor Center, Nightly Interpretive Ranger Programs, a Market, Deli, Snack Bar, Gift Shop, Post Office, Coin-Operated Showers and Laundry Facilities. Lodgepole Pine, Red Fir, and Shrubs Forest the Campground, While Towering Groves of Giant Sequoias and Craggy Granite Peaks Dot the Landscape.
This Region Is Characterized by Warm Days and Cool Nights in the Summer and Deep Snow and Cold Days in the Winter.
Nearby Attractions
the Inspiring Giant Forest Grove, General Sherman Tree, General Grant Tree, Moro Rock and Tunnel Log Are Just 9-17 Miles Away, As Well As the Informative Lodgepole Visitor Center and Giant Forest Museum. Colorful Crescent Meadow Offers Views of Vivid Summer Wildflowers and Access to Tharp’S Log, a Cabin in a Fallen Sequoia. Tickets Are Required. Reserve in Advance on Www. Recreation. Gov. Tickets May Also Be Purchased Same Day, If Available, at the Lodgepole Visitor Center. Tickets Are Not Sold at the Cave Entrance. the Crystal Cave Is About About a One Hour Drive (21 Miles/34 Km) From the Campground.Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (559) 565-4404.Charges & Cancellations
- Payment in Full Will Be Charged to Your Credit Card Upon Completion of the Reservation. a $10.00 Service Fee Will Apply If You Change or Cancel Your Reservation. Additional Fees Will Apply for Late Cancellations.
- for Individual Campsites: All Cancellations Made Between Midnight on the Day Before Arrival and Check Out Time on the Day After Arrival Are Considered Late Cancellations and Will Incur a $10.00 Cancellation Fee and Will Also Forfeit the First Night’S Use Fee. Cancellations for a Single Night’S Reservation Will Forfeit the Entire Use Fee But No Cancellation Fee Will Apply.
- for Group Campsites: All Cancellations Made Within 14 Days of the Scheduled Arrival Date Are Considered Late Cancellations and Will Incur the $10.00 Service Fee and Forfeit the First Night’S Use Fee. Cancellations for a Single Night’S Use Will Forfeit the Entire Use Fee But No Cancellation Fee Will Apply.
- If Your Campsite Remains Vacant for 24 Hours After Your Arrival Date It Will Be Cancelled and Made Available on Rec. Gov. You Will Be Charged for the First Night’S Campsite Fee and a $10 Cancellation Fee, All Other Fees After That Will Be Refunded. Recreation. Gov Policies Apply to All Reservations, Cancellations, Refunds and Date Changes. Call (559) 565-4404 If You Will Be Arriving 24 Hours After Your Arrival Date So Your Site Won’T Be Cancelled.
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 25
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 40 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: True
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , California
Coordinates: 36.6361111, -118.8097222
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (559) 565-4404
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|shower|dump-station|electric|water|fire-ring|river|trail|rv|tent|cabin|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
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Fair Signal
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 10.9 miles away
Address: 45978 Sierra Dr./Hwy 198, Three Rivers, CA
Network: tesla-destination
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • Tesla
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232460
- Managing Agency: National Park Service
- Agency Email: npshq_info@nps.gov
- Agency Website: http://www.recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
- Park Website: /parks/sequoia-kings-canyon-national-parks/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Parks
- Parks Post Name: sequoia-kings-canyon-national-parks
- Parent Park Name: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
- Correct Park Type Mapping: sequoia-kings-canyon-national-parks
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 14.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: National Park Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 128.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 2931
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2931, 2931.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: national-park-service
- Park Type Slug: national-parks
- Parent Park Slug: sequoia-kings-canyon-national-parks
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service
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