National Park Service
Near Three Rivers, California: $32/night, rigs to 42 ft. Open Mid-May through late September. Book 6 months ahead via Recreation.gov.
National Park Service
Managing authority
Near Three Rivers, California
How much does camping at Lodgepole Campground (Sequoia NP) cost, and when is it open?
Lodgepole Campground (Sequoia NP) near Three Rivers, California (National Park Service) — camping fee $32/night, season Mid-May through late September, RV size limit Up to 42 ft. Reservations: 6 months ahead via Recreation.gov — book direct through the official channel.
The numbers
Fee range
$32/night
Season open
Mid-May through late September
RV size limit
Up to 42 ft
Reservation window
6 months ahead via Recreation.gov
The insider read
Closest paved camp to General Sherman Tree — 4.5 miles. Bear box at every site; rangers will revoke your reservation if food is left out. Sites 100-150 sit creek-side for white-noise sleep.
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