Sierra National Forest

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Sierra National Forest campgrounds are well-regarded for their beautiful natural settings, proximity to lakes and hiking trails, and generally clean and well-maintained facilities. Camp hosts are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing to a positive camping experience. Many sites are spacious, family-friendly, and offer peaceful atmospheres suitable for tents and small RVs. However, common issues include noise disturbances from other campers, vehicles, or nearby activities, limited amenities such as showers and bear-proof storage, and occasional maintenance problems with restrooms or water supply. Road access can be rough or challenging in some areas, and some sites lack shade or have uneven terrain. Overall, these campgrounds provide scenic and enjoyable outdoor experiences with some variability in amenities and conditions.

Beautiful natural scenery near lakes and hiking trails

Friendly, helpful, and attentive camp hosts

Clean and well-maintained restrooms and campsites

Spacious, family-friendly, and peaceful environments

Good access to Yosemite and local amenities

Noise disturbances from other campers, vehicles, or activities

Limited or no showers and bear-proof food storage at many sites

Occasional maintenance and cleanliness issues in restrooms

Rough, narrow, or challenging access roads

Some campsites lack shade, are uneven, or tightly spaced

3,538 reviews

5 stars

2,314

4 stars

629

3 stars

289

2 stars

166

1 stars

140

Brenda G

Campground:Mono Hot Springs

Loop:Area Mono Hot Springs

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Reviewed 5 days ago

Camp host is very helpful and has many suggestions for hikes.

Danielle V

Campground:Catavee

Loop:Catavee

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Reviewed 5 days ago

We stayed in campsite #9. Great site. It has a good distance from the other campsites. Except for it being further from the bathrooms. Still excellent. You can fit 2 big tents comfortably. There was running water right across from us. As well as the trash bins. The host, John, came to check in on us after we came in late. Gave us the run down on the campsite rules - all basic rules. The bathrooms were also clean and always stocked with toilet paper. Would recommend to others. Good for beginners.

romano a

Campground:Recreation Point

Loop:Oakp

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Reviewed 5 days ago

Great spot for a family getaway!

Karen D

Campground:Dinkey Creek

Loop:G

Site:

Reviewed 5 days ago

Love Dinkey Creek campground!

JULIE H

Campground:Spring Cove

Loop:Spring Cove

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Reviewed 5 days ago

site 50 is secluded compared to the other camps. we saw deer feeding on the tender leaves near our camp. very peaceful. no personal water spigots, those are located at the bathrooms. the bear boxes you use to store food are TINY, maybe 1.5 ft tall at best. if you got a big cooler, you’re gonna have to store it in your car.

Christopher K

Campground:Summerdale Campground

Loop:Summerdale

Site:

Reviewed 5 days ago

Pros: The campground itself is quite nice, and the staff were very friendly and helpful! Facilities were fine, if a bit rustic. Cons: However, it was not apparent when I reserved our campsite that we had a spot right next to the garbage bin, which was overfull and not well bear-proofed. Other campers told us they'd seen bears rummaging in the overflowing bits. It made us nervous to camp next to that!

Popularity: Busy

Busiest in August, when about 62% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.