Potwisha Campground

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Three Rivers, CA, CA

Price: From $32 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (709 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Potwisha Campground, located along the Generals Highway in Sequoia National Park, offers convenience for visiting the many attractions in the park. The campground is situated along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, just four miles from the park entrance, in the Sierra Foothills. For more information and trip planning please see our website at www.nps.gov/seki .The Foothills consist of the lower elevations of Sequoia National Park, where the grassy valley floor gives way to granite peaks.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Bear Boxes, Fishing

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

Potwisha Campground offers convenient access to Sequoia National Park attractions along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, just four miles from the park entrance. Campers praise the well-maintained flush toilets, bear boxes, and affordable $32/night rate, making it ideal for families and solo travelers.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mule Deer, Wild Turkey, California Striped Racer, and Sierra Fence Lizard are present in the area—use bear boxes for all food and scented items.

Insider tips for Potwisha Campground: Book early; this is a popular federal campground with high demand. RVs over 32 feet may find the road challenging—confirm vehicle size suitability before arrival. No cell service available; plan accordingly.

Skip Potwisha Campground if: You have a large RV (over 32 feet) and prefer easier road access.. You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require cell service..

Best time to visit Potwisha Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted—verify availability before booking..

Nearby campgrounds: Buckeye Flat Campground (Three Rivers, CA), Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park (Three Rivers, CA), Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Park (Three Rivers, CA), Atwell Mill Campground (Three Rivers, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Potwisha Campground

Cell signal at Potwisha Campground (Three Rivers, 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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Three Rivers, CA, CA★ 4.1 (709 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Potwisha Campground, located along the Generals Highway in Sequoia National Park, offers convenience for visiting the many attractions in the park. The campground is situated along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, just four miles from the park entrance, in the Sierra Foothills. For more information and trip planning please see our website at www.nps.gov/seki .The Foothills consist of the lower elevations of Sequoia National Park, where the grassy valley floor gives way to granite peaks.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV49 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsBear Boxes

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 have a large RV (over 32 feet) and prefer easier road access.✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require cell service.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early; this is a popular federal campground with high demand.

RVs over 32 feet may find the road challenging

confirm vehicle size suitability before arrival.

No cell service available; plan accordingly.

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted—verify availability before booking.

Things to do nearby

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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, Mule Deer, Wild Turkey, California Striped Racer, and Sierra Fence Lizard are present in the area—use bear boxes for all food and scented items.

Location

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Getting there →

Potwisha Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California, and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 east from Visalia for 36 miles, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 4 miles beyond the entrance station on the left, or north, side of the road. Please visit our website for more specific driving directions, as well as area maps.

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Potwisha Campground cost per night?+
Potwisha Campground costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Potwisha Campground open?+
Potwisha Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Potwisha Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Potwisha Campground?+
Potwisha Campground can accommodate RVs up to 49 feet.
How do I make reservations at Potwisha Campground?+
Potwisha Campground 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 Potwisha Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Potwisha Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Potwisha Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Potwisha Campground is open Year-round. 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
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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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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$32 /night★ 4.1 (709)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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