Chilkoot
Sierra National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Bass Lake, CA, CA
Price: From $41 per night
Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (35 reviews)
Season: May through October
Chilkoot is named for the creek that runs by the campground. The facility is shaded by a grove of Ponderosa pine, fir and cedar, and offers ample space for tent or RV camping. This campground is located at an elevation of approximately 4,600 feet, providing a comfortable camping experience during the hottest days of summer.A popular recreation and resort area is a few miles away at Bass Lake.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Camp Host, Fishing
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Chilkoot offers shaded camping under Ponderosa pine, fir, and cedar at 4,600 feet elevation, providing comfortable summer temperatures. The campground is located near Bass Lake, a popular recreation area with boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking opportunities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also California Mountain Kingsnake, Western Fence Lizard, and Osprey documented nearby.
Insider tips for Chilkoot: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups Access via Highway 41 through Oakhurst, then Forest Road 222 east for 7 miles
Skip Chilkoot if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You plan to visit November through April—seasonal operations only. You're uncomfortable with bear country—American Black Bears documented in area.
Best time to visit Chilkoot: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. Summer months — 4,600 feet elevation provides comfortable temperatures during hottest days.
Nearby campgrounds: Soquel Campground (Bass Lake, CA), Recreation Point (BASS LAKE, CA), Crane Valley (BASS LAKE, CA), Texas Flats (Oakhurst, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Chilkoot
Cell signal at Chilkoot (Bass Lake, CA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
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.
Chilkoot is named for the creek that runs by the campground. The facility is shaded by a grove of Ponderosa pine, fir and cedar, and offers ample space for tent or RV camping. This campground is located at an elevation of approximately 4,600 feet, providing a comfortable camping experience during the hottest days of summer.A popular recreation and resort area is a few miles away at Bass Lake.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups
Access via Highway 41 through Oakhurst, then Forest Road 222 east for 7 miles
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
4,600 feet elevation provides comfortable temperatures during hottest days
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Directions from Fresno: Take Highway 41 through Oakhurst, California. Turn east on Forest Road 222 (Bass Lake turnoff) and continue on for 7 miles. Turn left onto Beashore Road, follow Beashore Road for 4 miles to the Chilkoot Campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sierra National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sierra National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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