Hume Lake sits among the stunning landscapes of Sequoia National Forest in California . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 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 Jun-sep 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.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Hume Lake located in California, offering 50 camping sites.
Hume Lake
A Rural campground in California
Overview
The Elevation Is 5,250 Feet. Elevations Range From About 1,000 to 12,000 Feet, Creating Precipitous Canyons and Mountain Streams with Spectacular Waterfalls Such As Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls. 1 Million Acres. the Elevation Is 5,250 Feet. Elevations Range From About 1,000 to 12,000 Feet, Creating Precipitous Canyons and Mountain Streams with Spectacular Waterfalls Such As Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls. Hiking Through the Grove, Visitors Will Find a Mix of Young and Old Sequoias, Including About 50 Trees That Measure Over 6 Feet in Diameter.
Hume Lake Campground Is a Popular Facility Along Hume Lake, One of Sequoia National Forest’S Most Visited Destinations. the Area Offers Seasonal Recreational Opportunities, Including Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Biking, and Swimming.
Hume Lake Is a Year-Round Recreation Destination. During Warmer Months, Visitors Can Enjoy Fishing, Non-Motorized Boating, Hiking and Mountain Biking.During the Winter, the Area Is Popular for Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing and Snowmobiling. the Campground Offers Single and Double-Family Campsites, Some of Which Have Views of Hume Lake. Foot Trails Lead to the Lakeshore. Picnic Tables and Campfire Rings Are Provided, As Are Flush Toilets and Drinking Water.
the Campground Is Situated Among Towering Incense Cedars and Ponderosa Pines on the Northern End of Hume Lake, Which Was Built to Support a Long-Ago Commercial Logging Operation. It Once Supplied Water to the Longest Lumber Flume Transporting Logs to the Central Valley.
Sequoia National Forest, Located at the Southern End of the Sierra Nevada in Central California, Is Named for the Giant Sequoia, the World’S Largest Tree, Which Grows in More Than 30 Groves on the Forest’S Lower Slopes.
the Forest Comprises About 1.
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (661) 702-1420.Nearby Attractions
Bearskin Grove Offers the Rare Opportunity to Photograph an Entire Mature Sequoia in One Frame. Take Tenmile Road (Forest Road 13S09) to Forest Road 13S02, Then 13S98 to Enter the Grove.Visitors Enjoy Making Day Trips to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks and Giant Sequoia National Monument.Managed by: Usda Forest Service
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , California
Coordinates: 36.795433, -118.907395
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (661) 702-1420
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Swimming|fishing|hiking|biking|picnic|water|fire-ring|lake|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $32-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
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
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Distance: 22.1 miles away
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232781
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Sequoia National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/sequoia-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: sequoia-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Sequoia National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: sequoia-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 54.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1072
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1072, 1072.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: sequoia-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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