Holey Meadow

Sequoia National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Porterville, CA, CA

Price: From $34 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (23 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from 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 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls near Fairview and Grizzly Falls on the Kings River.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Camp Host

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

A small, tranquil hidden gem in Sequoia National Forest with incredible starry nights and very clean facilities. Campers consistently praise its beauty and peaceful atmosphere, with a helpful camp host on-site.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Coastal Rosy Boa, Common Raccoon, and Townsend's Big-eared Bat within 8km.

Insider tips for Holey Meadow: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand. Sites 2 and 3 offer plenty of flat tent space despite being on a slope. Bring your own water — no on-site water available at most sites.

Skip Holey Meadow if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this campground.. You require on-site water access.. You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities — this is a small, rustic facility..

Best time to visit Holey Meadow: May through October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Redwood Meadow (Kernville, CA), Long Meadow Group (Kernville, CA), Fairview Campground (KERNVILLE, CA), Limestone Campground (KERNVILLEя, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Holey Meadow

Cell signal at Holey Meadow (Porterville, 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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Porterville, CA, CA★ 3.8 (23 reviews)From $34/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from 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 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls near Fairview and Grizzly Falls on the Kings River.

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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 RingsCamp Host
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 this campground.✕ You require on-site water access.✕ You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities — this is a small, rustic facility.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand.

Sites 2 and 3 offer plenty of flat tent space despite being on a slope.

Bring your own water

no on-site water available at most sites.

Best: May through October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: American Black Bear present in area; also Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Coastal Rosy Boa, Common Raccoon, and Townsend's Big-eared Bat within 8km.

Location

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559-539-5230· Sequoia National Forest
Getting there →

From Highway 99, turn east on J22. Travel on J22 through California Hot Springs, then turn left at onto M50. After approximately 10 miles turn left at M107. The entrance to Holey Meadow Campground is on the left about a mile after the turn.

Campground entrance

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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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Holey Meadow cost per night?+
Holey Meadow costs $34 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Holey Meadow open?+
Holey Meadow is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Holey Meadow have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Holey Meadow?+
Holey Meadow can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Holey Meadow?+
Holey Meadow 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 Holey Meadow?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holey Meadow is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Holey Meadow open, and what are check-in times?+
Holey Meadow 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
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$34 /night★ 3.8 (23)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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