Belknap

Sequoia National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Springville, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (98 reviews)

Season: May through October

Belknap Campground, elevation 4,800 feet, is located east of Porterville, CA off state highway 190 in the Giant Sequoia National Monument in the Western Divide Ranger District. It sits within the Belknap and McIntyre giant sequoia groves. Belknap offers about 13 tent camping sites that can accommodate up to 6 guests each.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/belknap to be notified when sites open up.

Belknap sits within Giant Sequoia National Monument's Belknap and McIntyre groves at 4,800 feet elevation with direct hiking trail access into the sequoia grove. Fishing is available on-site with recreation trails open to hikers, horseback riders, and bikers through sequoia groves and alongside wild rivers.

Wildlife alert: Fisher presence documented in the area (iNaturalist research-grade). Mountain Quail and Hermit Warbler also observed within 8km.

Insider tips for Belknap: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 15 tent sites and high demand during the May-October season Hiking trail starts within the campground leading directly into the sequoia grove, so you can explore without driving elsewhere Fishing available on-site; bring gear to take advantage of the water access mentioned in amenities

Skip Belknap if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You plan to camp outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You prefer developed facilities — only vault toilets and basic amenities (fire rings, picnic tables).

Best time to visit Belknap: May through October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only; current forecast shows clear conditions with low 51°F and minimal wind in fire weather zone CAZ594.

Nearby campgrounds: Coy Flat (Springville, CA), Quaking Aspen (Springville, CA), Wishon (Springville, CA), Wishon Cabin (Springville, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Belknap

Cell signal at Belknap (Springville, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Springville, CA, CA★ 4.8 (98 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Belknap Campground, elevation 4,800 feet, is located east of Porterville, CA off state highway 190 in the Giant Sequoia National Monument in the Western Divide Ranger District. It sits within the Belknap and McIntyre giant sequoia groves. Belknap offers about 13 tent camping sites that can accommodate up to 6 guests each.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You plan to camp outside May through October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer developed facilities — only vault toilets and basic amenities (fire rings, picnic tables)

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 15 tent sites and high demand during the May-October season

Hiking trail starts within the campground leading directly into the sequoia grove, so you can explore without driving elsewhere

Fishing available on-site; bring gear to take advantage of the water access mentioned in amenities

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only; current forecast shows clear conditions with low 51°F and minimal wind in fire weather zone CAZ594

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Fisher presence documented in the area (iNaturalist research-grade). Mountain Quail and Hermit Warbler also observed within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From Springville, California, proceed east on State Highway 190 for approximately 15 miles. Turn east on Nelson Drive and continue about a mile to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sequoia National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Sequoia National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Belknap cost per night?+
Belknap costs $36 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Belknap open?+
Belknap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Belknap have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Belknap?+
Belknap can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Belknap?+
Belknap is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Belknap?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Belknap is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Belknap open, and what are check-in times?+
Belknap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$36 /night★ 4.8 (98)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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