Horse Creek Campground
Kaweah Lake, California
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As of October 2026, Horse Creek Campground is a campground in California with 80 campsites. Horse Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Horse Creek Campground is located at 36.3906° N, 118.9547° W.
- people allowed on 79 of 80 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 16
Horse Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Mid-stay changes allowed
- Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation
- Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Horse Creek Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Horse Creek Campground
- Standard 76
- Equestrian 4
What an RV fits
- 10–14 ft1 site
- 20–24 ft19 sites
- 25–29 ft11 sites
- 30–34 ft22 sites
- 35–39 ft11 sites
- 40–44 ft5 sites
- 50–54 ft3 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, horse riding.
All sites at Horse Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | CORRAL | Equestrian | 16 | 50 ft |
| 82 | CORRAL | Equestrian | 8 | 50 ft |
| 83 | CORRAL | Equestrian | 8 | 50 ft |
| 84 | CORRAL | Equestrian | 8 | 40 ft |
| 11 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | - |
| 12 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 13 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 14 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | - |
| 15 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | - |
| 16 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 17 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 18 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | - |
| 19 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 20 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 21 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 22 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 23 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | - |
| 25 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 26 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 27 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 38 ft |
| 28 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 29 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 30 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 31 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 32 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 26 ft |
| 33 | LIVE | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 34 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 12 ft |
| 35 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 36 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 37 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 38 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 39 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 40 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 41 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 42 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 43 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 26 ft |
| 44 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 45 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 46 | SHOR | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 01 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 38 ft |
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 60 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 61 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 62 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 63 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 64 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 65 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 66 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 67 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 68 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 69 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 70 | TERM | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 05 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 06 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | - |
| 07 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 08 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 09 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | - |
| 10 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 47 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 48 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 49 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 50 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 51 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 52 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | - |
| 53 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 54 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 55 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 56 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 57 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 58 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 36 ft |
| 71 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 72 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 73 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 74 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 75 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 76 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 77 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 78 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
| 79 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 38 ft |
| 80 | YOKU | Standard | 8 | 22 ft |
About Horse Creek Campground
Overview
Horse Creek Campground is located on the Kaweah River in the foothills of central California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Terminus Dam on Kaweah Lake is three miles east of Lemon Cove, CA.
Recreation
Kaweah Lake offers boating, water skiing and sailing. Horse and walking trails are available during low water. Anglers can fish for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish and rainbow trout.
Facilities
The campground contains 80 sites without hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers and a dump station.
Weekend programs are held May through September in the campground's amphitheater.
Natural Features
The campground is settled on the river in a broad, arid valley with few trees. Shade is limited.
Nearby Attractions
The Horse Creek campground is 11 miles from Sequoia National Park's southern entrance station. Visitors enjoy viewing the inspiring Giant Forest Grove and mighty General Sherman Tree - the world's largest tree in volume. It is one hour more past the entrance station to reach 5,000' and the mightly Sequoias.
Note: Vehicles over 22' will not be allowed up Highway 198 through Sequoia National Park. It is a 1930s, two lane, switch back, road on the side of a mountain.
Larger vehicles need to use the northern route on Hwy 180 thorugh Sequoia National Forest to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. In this area you can view America's Christmas Tree, The General Grant Tree and access the other areas. The Visitor Center is shared with the Forest Service and National Park Service.
Rules and notices at Horse Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Horse Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Park Hours:
- •Peak Season: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Memorial Day through Labor Day). Gate closes at 10 pm.
- •Non-Peak Season: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Gate closes at 9 pm.
Access to the shoreline may vary from month to month
After hours, the entrance is closed to inbound traffic
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Quiet Hours: 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Be campfire safe. Do not leave the campfire unattended. The campfire should be completely cold / put out upon departure.
Lake Kaweah Park Rules and Regulations are posted at the information board.
Horse Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Horse Creek Campground?
Horse Creek Campground is rated "Easy to Book" based on historical demand. With 80 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Horse Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Horse Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Horse Creek Campground have?
Horse Creek Campground has 80 campsites.
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