Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks — riverside, hiking
Location: Three Rivers, CA, CA
Price: From $32 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (1593 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lodgepole Campground is located in the breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada range. Lodgepole is perched on the banks of the scenic and lengthy Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, at an elevation of 6,700 ft. The inspiring Giant Forest Grove and the mighty General Sherman Tree - the world’s largest tree in volume - are just two miles from the campground.For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-4404.Lodgepole Campground is v
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Bear Boxes
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Lodgepole offers excellent facilities including clean showers with hot water, river access, and proximity to Giant Forest Grove and General Sherman Tree just two miles away. Campers praise the affordable $32/night rate and sweet front office staff.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area—use bear boxes provided at all sites. Also watch for American Pika, California Mountain Kingsnake, and Sierra Fence Lizard.
Insider tips for Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park: Book early—this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly Some sites like 069 are hike-in sites requiring a short walk from parking; these offer more privacy and elevation above the main road Request river-adjacent sites when booking for easy water access
Skip Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit November through April—seasonal closure. You prefer spontaneous camping—advance reservations essential.
Best time to visit Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.
Nearby campgrounds: Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park (Three Rivers, CA), Buckeye Flat Campground (Three Rivers, CA), Stony Creek Sequoia (Sequoia National Park, CA), Potwisha Campground (Three Rivers, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park
Cell signal at Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park (Three Rivers, CA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 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.
Lodgepole Campground is located in the breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada range. Lodgepole is perched on the banks of the scenic and lengthy Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, at an elevation of 6,700 ft. The inspiring Giant Forest Grove and the mighty General Sherman Tree - the world’s largest tree in volume - are just two miles from the campground.For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-4404.Lodgepole Campground is very popular with tent and RV campers alike.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly
Some sites like 069 are hike-in sites requiring a short walk from parking; these offer more privacy and elevation above the main road
Request river-adjacent sites when booking for easy water access
Campground operates seasonally during this period only
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Both roads leading to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks approach from the west. They are open all day, every day, depending on weather. From the east, no roads reach the park boundary. The Main park road, The Generals Highway, connects the north and south entrances. Winter storms may cause temporary closures from Grant Grove to Lodgepole. It takes about 1 hour to drive to the campground from the south park entrance (198E) or about a 1 hour from the north park entrance (180E). Notice: Vehic
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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