Quaking Aspen

Sequoia National Forest — riverside

Location: Springville, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Price range: $36–$242 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (151 reviews)

Season: May through October

Quaking Aspen Campground is situated in the Giant Sequoia National Monument near numerous distinctive sequoia groves, including McIntyre Grove and Freeman Creek Grove, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors can explore nearby sequoia groves. Bear Creek Grove has a trail that winds through the Belknap Complex along Bear Creek and the Tule River.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Camp Host

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

Located in Giant Sequoia National Monument at 7,000 feet with access to distinctive sequoia groves including McIntyre Grove and Freeman Creek Grove. Campers consistently praise the clean facilities, secluded wooded setting, and well-maintained vault toilets.

Wildlife alert: Fisher, California Ground Squirrel, Western Bluebird, Hermit Warbler, Mountain Chickadee, Lazuli Bunting, Gilbert's Skink, Western Fence Lizard, Common Sagebrush Lizard

Insider tips for Quaking Aspen: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Site #29 is reported as one of the few non-reserved spots Bring heavy layers and windbreakers; temperatures drop below 32°F at night with debilitating winds reported

Skip Quaking Aspen if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available. You need self-contained water and waste systems — unsuitable for non-self-contained RVs. You are sensitive to cold and wind — expect freezing nighttime temperatures and strong winds.

Best time to visit Quaking Aspen: May-October — Official operating season; however, expect freezing temperatures and strong winds even during this period.

Nearby campgrounds: Quaking Aspen Cabin (CAMP NELSON, CA), Belknap (Springville, CA), Coy Flat (Springville, CA), Wishon (Springville, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Quaking Aspen

Cell signal at Quaking Aspen (Springville, 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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Springville, CA, CA★ 4.5 (151 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Quaking Aspen Campground is situated in the Giant Sequoia National Monument near numerous distinctive sequoia groves, including McIntyre Grove and Freeman Creek Grove, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors can explore nearby sequoia groves. Bear Creek Grove has a trail that winds through the Belknap Complex along Bear Creek and the Tule River.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsCamp Host
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 — no hookups available✕ You need self-contained water and waste systems — unsuitable for non-self-contained RVs✕ You are sensitive to cold and wind — expect freezing nighttime temperatures and strong winds

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

Site #29 is reported as one of the few non-reserved spots

Bring heavy layers and windbreakers; temperatures drop below 32°F at night with debilitating winds reported

Best: May-October

Official operating season; however, expect freezing temperatures and strong winds even during this period

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: Fisher, California Ground Squirrel, Western Bluebird, Hermit Warbler, Mountain Chickadee, Lazuli Bunting, Gilbert's Skink, Western Fence Lizard, Common Sagebrush Lizard

Location

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559-539-5230· Sequoia National Forest
Getting there →

From Porterville, California, take Highway 190 East to Springville. Continue from Springville approximately 28 miles to the Quaking Aspen Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Quaking Aspen cost per night?+
Quaking Aspen costs $36–$242 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Quaking Aspen open?+
Quaking Aspen is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Quaking Aspen have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Quaking Aspen?+
Quaking Aspen can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Quaking Aspen?+
Quaking Aspen 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 Quaking Aspen?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Quaking Aspen is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Quaking Aspen open, and what are check-in times?+
Quaking Aspen is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
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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
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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$36 /night★ 4.5 (151)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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