🏕 Campground
Lodgepole Campground (Sequoia NP)
About This Permit
Lodgepole is Sequoia National Park's largest campground and the primary base camp for the Giant Forest — home to the world's largest trees by volume including General Sherman. Situated along the Marble Fork Kaweah River, Lodgepole includes a market, deli, and visitor center, making it one of the most convenient campgrounds in any national park.
Frequently Asked Questions
How close is Lodgepole to the General Sherman Tree?
General Sherman (the world's largest living tree by volume) is 2 miles away via the Congress Trail. A shuttle runs between Lodgepole and the Giant Forest/Sherman trailhead in summer — parking near the tree is extremely limited.
What else can I do near Lodgepole?
The Congress Trail loop (2 miles) visits the largest sequoia grove in the world. Tokopah Falls Trail (4 miles round trip) leads from near the campground to a spectacular 1,200-foot waterfall. Moro Rock (a granite dome) is a 5-minute drive.
Does Lodgepole have hookups?
No hookups; tent and RV sites only. The Lodgepole market, visitor center, and coin showers are within walking distance.
Key Facts
- State
- CA
- Season
- Wednesday before Memorial Day – early December (phased closures begin late September; weather-dependent)
- Sites
- 214 sites (tent and RV)
- Access
- Generals Hwy, Sequoia NP — 2 miles east of Giant Forest Museum
- Reservation Window
- Reservations on recreation.gov, available 4 months in advance at 7am PT; no first-come, first-served sites
- Difficulty to reserve
- 3/5(Competitive)
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