Long Meadow Group

Sequoia National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Kernville, CA, CA

Price: From $171 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Long Meadow Group Campground is a remote facility within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument. The area is named for the giant sequoia, the world’s largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest’s lower slopes.Sequoia National Monument offers numerous hiking trails through scenic sequoia groves. The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise that will serve

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups

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

Long Meadow Group Campground is a remote facility within Sequoia National Forest ideal for large groups, featuring beautiful giant sequoia groves and the popular Trail of a Hundred Giants for hiking. Campers praise the gorgeous, untouched forestry and great campfire areas with picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Golden Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Coastal Rosy Boa, and Sierra Alligator Lizard present in area. Raccoons also documented—reviewers note lack of bear boxes.

Insider tips for Long Meadow Group: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. Pack water—no running water available on-site. Bring self-contained unit or tent; no hookups at most sites despite amenity listing.

Skip Long Meadow Group if: You require RV hookups or running water.. You prefer improved bathroom facilities (vault toilets only).. You're visiting outside May-October season..

Best time to visit Long Meadow Group: May-October — Official operating season for this seasonal campground..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Long Meadow Group

Cell signal at Long Meadow Group (Kernville, 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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Kernville, CA, CA★ 4 (3 reviews)From $171/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Long Meadow Group Campground is a remote facility within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument. The area is named for the giant sequoia, the world’s largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest’s lower slopes.Sequoia National Monument offers numerous hiking trails through scenic sequoia groves. The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise that will serve to make trips to the monument more memorable.Touring the Sequoia National Monument is the area’s most popular activity.

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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. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
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 require RV hookups or running water.✕ You prefer improved bathroom facilities (vault toilets only).✕ You're visiting outside May-October season.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

Pack water

no running water available on-site.

Bring self-contained unit or tent; no hookups at most sites despite amenity listing.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for this seasonal campground.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Golden Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Coastal Rosy Boa, and Sierra Alligator Lizard present in area. Raccoons also documented—reviewers note lack of bear boxes.

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 to the "T" intersection, turn left on M50. Travel on M50 for 10 miles to the next left turn at M107. Travel on M107 approximately 6 miles to the entrance to Long Meadow on the right.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Long Meadow Group cost per night?+
Long Meadow Group costs $171 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Long Meadow Group open?+
Long Meadow Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Long Meadow Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Long Meadow Group?+
Long Meadow Group can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Long Meadow Group?+
Long Meadow Group 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 Long Meadow Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Long Meadow Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Long Meadow Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Long Meadow Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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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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$171 /night★ 4 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Limestone Campground

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From $36/night

Fairview Campground

KERNVILLE, CA

From $36/night

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