Kirch Flat Group Campground
Sierra National Forest — riverside, fishing
Location: Prather, CA, CA
Price: From $20 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Season: Year-round
At approximately 1,000 feet in elevation, Kirch Flat Campground resides on a large flat area on the river’s edge of the scenic Kings River and is surrounded by rolling, oak-covered foothills and spectacular river canyon and mountain views of the Sierra Nevada. Though it can be very hot in the summer months, Kirch Flat Group Campground is a great place to camp during the spring and fall months and is popular with San Joaquin Valley residents, fisherman, day users, and whitewater enthusiasts who c
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing
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Kirch Flat sits on the scenic Kings River with spectacular Sierra Nevada views and is surrounded by oak-covered foothills. Campers consistently rate it highly (4.7/5 stars) for its clean, quiet, and beautiful setting, popular for rafting and fishing.
Wildlife alert: Black bears present in area. Also northern pacific rattlesnakes, California spotted owls, red-tailed hawks, and various lizard species.
Insider tips for Kirch Flat Group Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Pack all water and garbage out; no water available on-site No cell signal; plan accordingly
Skip Kirch Flat Group Campground if: Summer months — campground can be very hot. You require hookups — no hookups available at sites. You need reliable cell phone service — no signal reported.
Best time to visit Kirch Flat Group Campground: March-May — Spring months offer ideal temperatures and are popular for rafting on the Kings River. September-November — Fall months provide pleasant conditions; very hot summers should be avoided. December-February — Early winter camping is viable according to verified camper reports.
Nearby campgrounds: Camp Four And Half Cabin (DUNLAP, CA), Trimmer Campground (Piedra, CA), Island Park (PIEDRA, CA), Princess (Hume, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Kirch Flat Group Campground
Cell signal at Kirch Flat Group Campground (Prather, 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.
At approximately 1,000 feet in elevation, Kirch Flat Campground resides on a large flat area on the river’s edge of the scenic Kings River and is surrounded by rolling, oak-covered foothills and spectacular river canyon and mountain views of the Sierra Nevada. Though it can be very hot in the summer months, Kirch Flat Group Campground is a great place to camp during the spring and fall months and is popular with San Joaquin Valley residents, fisherman, day users, and whitewater enthusiasts who come to enjoy many challenging rapids and beautiful canyon scenery of the King’s River. A good amount of shade is provided by oak and pine trees throughout the area; however, there is no running water or cell service at the campground.
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
Pack all water and garbage out; no water available on-site
No cell signal; plan accordingly
Spring months offer ideal temperatures and are popular for rafting on the Kings River
Fall months provide pleasant conditions; very hot summers should be avoided
Early winter camping is viable according to verified camper reports
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Take Belmont Avenue east from Fresno. Follow Belmont Avenue until it turns into Trimmer Springs Road. Continue on Trimmer Springs Road past the community of Piedra and all the way around Pine Flat Reservoir. Campground is located at the extreme east end of the lake where the Kings River merges into Pine Flat Reservior (dependent on water level). Driving time from Fresno is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
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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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