Sierra National Forest

Reviews

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
Site:
Reviewed 5 days ago
Camp host is very helpful and has many suggestions for hikes.
Danielle V
Campground:Catavee
Loop:Catavee
Site:
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
Site:
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
Site:
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
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.

Campgrounds

Sierra National Forest has 35 campgrounds, 1,001 campsites in total.