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Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park
Three Rivers, California · 201 campsites
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Lodgepole sits along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River in Sequoia National Park, with a visitor center, market, and shuttle stop right at the campground. It's one of the most convenient bases in the park, close to the General Sherman Tree — the largest tree by volume in the world — and the trailhead for Tokopah Falls.
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201 campsites
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California
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Check this campground’s official reservation page for its current release schedule and seasonal openings. We have not verified a booking window for this campground.
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Campsite types
RV (no hookups)
19 sites
No hookups · RV designated sitesRV OK
Standard (no hookups)
77 sites
No hookups · tents and small rigsRV OKTent OK
Tent only
53 sites
No hookups · tents onlyTent OK
Walk-to
52 sites
No hookups · walk-in tent sites, no vehicle accessTent OK
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Location & trip guide
Three Rivers, California
Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park is in California. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗Best campsites
For Families:Sites near the visitor center and market are the most convenient for families with young kids
For Tents:Walk-to and tent-only sites in Upper Lodgepole offer a quieter, more secluded setup
For RVs:Sites 36-60 are the RV-designated loop, though the campground has no hookups
When to Go
Summer, June through August, is the busiest stretch and books out fast given the proximity to General Sherman Tree. Fall offers a quieter visit with fewer crowds.
Tips
- →The in-park shuttle stops at Lodgepole in season, a good way to reach General Sherman and other sights without hunting for parking
- →Tokopah Falls trailhead is an easy walk from the campground, a good short hike for families
- →The Marble Fork can run cold and fast in early summer from snowmelt — use caution near the river
- →No hookups here, but the on-site market covers most basics
Highlights
Along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah RiverVisitor center, market, and shuttle stop right at the campgroundClose to the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree by volume on EarthTokopah Falls trailhead starts near the campgroundIn-park shuttle service reduces the need to drive during peak season201 sites split across standard, tent-only, and walk-to loops
Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park — Frequently Asked
Is Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park hard to book?+
Yes — Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park is a federal campground booked through recreation.gov, and its sites fill up on weekends and during peak seasons. Summer, June through August, is the busiest stretch and books out fast given the proximity to General Sherman Tree. Fall offers a quieter visit with fewer crowds. Reserve early on recreation.gov, and set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations found during scheduled checks every 30 minutes.
How many campsites does Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park have?+
Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park has 201 campsites, including RV (no hookups), Standard (no hookups), Tent only, Walk-to.
How far in advance should I book Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park?+
Check this campground’s official reservation page for its current release schedule and seasonal openings. We have not verified a booking window for this campground.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park?+
Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park occasionally has same-day or cancellation openings on recreation.gov, especially midweek. Camp.land watches Lodgepole Campground — Sequoia National Park for cancellations and checks every 30 minutes and emails you when a check finds an opening, with a direct booking link. Availability can change before you book.
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