Vermillion

Sierra National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Shaver Lake, CA, CA

Price: From $37 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (99 reviews)

Season: May through October

Vermillion Campground is located on the northwest shore of Edison Lake, in a shady stand of Ponderosa pine. The campground is ideal for tents, as well as small RVs. Visitors can enjoy mountain views of the surrounding John Muir and Ansel Adams Wilderness areas.For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.Each campsite has a picnic table, campfire ring and bear-proof food storage locker, all set off a bit from the parking spur.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Vermillion sits on the northwest shore of Edison Lake in a shady Ponderosa pine forest with most sites offering lake views. Campers praise it as magical and perfect for relaxing and day hiking, with a friendly camp host named Robert.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area. Also Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Mountain Bluebird, Sooty Grouse, and Western Fence Lizard.

Insider tips for Vermillion: Book early — this is a popular federal campground. Kaiser Pass Road access is remote and narrow; use walkie talkies in groups to coordinate pull-overs for oncoming traffic. Ask camp host Robert for hiking recommendations, such as Devil's Bathtub trail.

Skip Vermillion if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available.. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal.. You have a large RV — campground is ideal for tents and small RVs only..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Mono Creek (Shaver Lake, CA), Mono Hot Springs (Shaver Lake, CA), Jackass Meadow (Shaver Lake, CA), Badger Flats Group (Shaver Lake, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Vermillion

Cell signal at Vermillion (Shaver Lake, 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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Shaver Lake, CA, CA★ 4.1 (99 reviews)From $37/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Vermillion Campground is located on the northwest shore of Edison Lake, in a shady stand of Ponderosa pine. The campground is ideal for tents, as well as small RVs. Visitors can enjoy mountain views of the surrounding John Muir and Ansel Adams Wilderness areas.For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.Each campsite has a picnic table, campfire ring and bear-proof food storage locker, all set off a bit from the parking spur.

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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 RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault 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 need RV hookups — no hookups available.✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal.✕ You have a large RV — campground is ideal for tents and small RVs only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

Kaiser Pass Road access is remote and narrow; use walkie talkies in groups to coordinate pull-overs for oncoming traffic.

Ask camp host Robert for hiking recommendations, such as Devil's Bathtub trail.

Best: May - October

Official operating season for this seasonal campground.

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: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area. Also Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Mountain Bluebird, Sooty Grouse, and Western Fence Lizard.

Location

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Getting there →

From Clovis, take Highway 168 east to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. At the east end of Huntington Lake, turn right on the Kaiser Pass Road (at Eastwood Visitor Center). Travel 17 miles to the Edison Lake Road. Turn left toward Edison Lake and travel 7 miles to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • 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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Vermillion cost per night?+
Vermillion costs $37 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Vermillion open?+
Vermillion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Vermillion have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Vermillion?+
Vermillion can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Vermillion?+
Vermillion 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 Vermillion?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Vermillion is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Vermillion open, and what are check-in times?+
Vermillion 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
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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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$37 /night★ 4.1 (99)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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