Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park

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·Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Overview

Lodgepole Campground is located in the breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. Lodgepole is perched on the banks of the scenic and lengthy Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, at an elevation of 6,700 ft. The inspiring Giant Forest Grove and the mighty General Sherman Tree - the world's largest tree in volume - are just two miles from the campground.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (1 of 202 campsites have Bbq)

  • Campfire Allowed

    (199 of 202 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 12:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 12:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (28 of 202 campsites have Firepit)

  • Food Storage Locker

    (22 of 202 campsites have Food Storage Locker)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 441')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (There are variety of Shade. Such as true and full.)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have drive in)

Natural Features

Sherman Tree Trail from the upper parking area. - Credits: NPS
Sierra Nevada Wilderness - Credits: NPS
Snow Covered Sequoias - Credits: NPS
General Sherman Tree - Credits: NPS

Lodgepole pine, Red fir, and shrubs forest the campground, while towering groves of giant sequoias and craggy granite peaks dot the landscape. The Marble Fork of the Kaweah River is fed by snowmelt and flows seasonally through the site. This region is characterized by warm days and cool nights in the summer and deep snow and cold days in the winter.

Recreation

Lodgepole Campground, Sequoia Kings Canyon National Parks - Credits: NPS Photo

Forty miles of trails, including the paved Big Trees Trail, invite visitors to immerse themselves in the majesty of the ancient grove. Several additional popular hiking and wilderness trailheads are close by, including 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 1200 ft. waterfall. Fly-fishing is also a popular activity on the Marble Fork.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 42ft

  • tent-Up to 40ft

  • trailer-Up to 42ft

  • camper van-Up to 42ft

  • pickup camper-Up to 42ft

  • pop up camper-Up to 42ft

  • 5th wheel-Up to 42ft

  • vehicle-N/A

Nearby Attractions

The General Sherman Tree, General Grant Tree, Moro Rock and Tunnel Log are nearby, as is the informative Giant Forest Museum.  



Colorful Crescent Meadow offers views of vivid summer wildflowers and access to Tharp's Log, a cabin in a fallen sequoia. 


Crystal Cave is Closed for the 2022 season. Check back this spring 2023 for possible opening dates.
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. Tickets are required, but are not sold at the cave entrance. Reserve in advance on www.recreation.gov. Tickets may also be purchased same day, if available, at the Lodgepole Visitor Center.


Crystal Cave is about a 45 minute drive (13 miles/21 km) from the campground. 

Vehicles longer than 22 feet long are prohibited on the narrow, winding Crystal Cave Road.

Additional Information

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