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Hume Lake

Sequoia National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Hume, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Price range: $36–$71 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (325 reviews)

Season: Year-round

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. The campground offers single and double-family campsites, some of which have views of Hume Lake.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Hume Lake Campground is a popular, well-maintained facility in Sequoia National Forest offering year-round recreation including fishing, hiking, swimming, and water activities. Google reviews rate it 4.6/5 stars, with campers praising its gorgeous setting and well-maintained grounds.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, American black bears, bald eagles, and Steller's jays have been documented within 8km of the campground.

Insider tips for Hume Lake: Book early — this is a federal campground with 68 sites and high demand Labor Day Weekend is crowded with the annual Country Fair; plan accordingly Visit Hume Lake at dawn for picturesque views Reserve through the official state park website for guaranteed numbered site assignment

Skip Hume Lake if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer less crowded conditions during peak season.

Best time to visit Hume Lake: May-September — Warmer months offer fishing, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, and swimming. December-February — Winter activities include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.

Nearby campgrounds: Aspen Hollow Group (Sequoia National Forest, Ca) (Hume, CA), Logger Flat Group (Hume, CA), Princess (Hume, CA), Landslide (Hume, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hume Lake

Cell signal at Hume Lake (Hume, 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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    Hume, CA, CA★ 4.3 (325 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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. The campground offers single and double-family campsites, some of which have views of Hume Lake.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    Bear boxesYes — at every site
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Flush 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 RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer less crowded conditions during peak season

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with 68 sites and high demand

    Labor Day Weekend is crowded with the annual Country Fair; plan accordingly

    Visit Hume Lake at dawn for picturesque views

    Reserve through the official state park website for guaranteed numbered site assignment

    Best: May-September

    Warmer months offer fishing, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, and swimming

    Best: December-February

    Winter activities include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: Gray wolves, American black bears, bald eagles, and Steller's jays have been documented within 8km of the campground.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    559-335-2232· Sequoia National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Fresno, take Highway 180 east to the Park Wye. Go left and continue on Highway 180, past Grant Grove for 12.25 miles. Turn right on Hume Road and continue 3 miles to Y intersection. Take the road to the left 0.5 mile to Hume Lake Campground entrance.

    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Hume Lake cost per night?+
    Hume Lake costs $36–$71 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Hume Lake open?+
    Hume Lake is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Hume Lake have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Hume Lake?+
    Hume Lake can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Hume Lake?+
    Hume Lake 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 Hume Lake?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hume Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Hume Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
    Hume Lake is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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    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
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    $36 /night★ 4.3 (325)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    Reserve on Recreation.gov ↗
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    FAQ
    How much does Hume Lake cost per night?+
    What season is Hume Lake open?+
    Does Hume Lake have hookups?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Aspen Hollow Group (Sequoia National Forest, Ca)

    Hume, CA

    From $482/night

    Logger Flat Group

    Hume, CA

    From $242/night

    Princess

    Hume, CA

    From $36/night

    Landslide

    Hume, CA

    From $36/night

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