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Camp Three Campground

Sequoia National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Camp Three Campground is a campground in Sequoia National Forest, California with 52 campsites. Camp Three Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Camp Three Campground is located at 35.8093° N, 118.4536° W.

people allowed on 49 of 52 sites: 6
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 30

Camp Three Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Camp Three Campground

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Standard 49
Group 3
Accessible 2

What an RV fits

20 ft16 sites
30 ft27 sites
40 ft6 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking.

All sites at Camp Three Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
003	Standard	6	30 ft	-
004	Standard	6	30 ft	-
005	Standard	6	20 ft	-
006	Standard	6	30 ft	-
007	Standard	6	30 ft	-
008	Standard	6	20 ft	-
009	Standard	6	20 ft	-
010	Standard	6	30 ft	-
011	Standard	6	30 ft	-
012	Standard	6	20 ft	-
013	Standard	6	20 ft	-
014	Standard	6	20 ft	-
015	Standard	6	20 ft	-
016	Standard	6	30 ft	-
017	Standard	6	30 ft	-
018	Standard	6	30 ft	-
019	Standard	6	30 ft	-
020	Standard	6	-	-
021	Standard	6	20 ft	-
022	Standard	6	30 ft	-
023	Standard	6	30 ft	-
024	Standard	6	30 ft	-
025	Standard	6	30 ft	-
026	Standard	6	40 ft	-
027	Standard	6	40 ft	-
028	Standard	6	30 ft	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
029	Standard	6	30 ft	-
030	Standard	6	40 ft	-
031	Standard	6	20 ft	-
032	Standard	6	30 ft	-
033	Standard	6	20 ft	-
034	Standard	6	20 ft	-
035	Standard	6	30 ft	-
036	Standard	6	40 ft	-
037	Standard	6	40 ft	-
038	Standard	6	30 ft	-
039	Standard	6	20 ft	-
040	Standard	6	30 ft	-
041	Standard	6	30 ft	-
042	Standard	6	40 ft	-
043	Standard	6	30 ft	-
044	Standard	6	30 ft	-
045	Standard	6	30 ft	-
046	Standard	6	20 ft	-
047	Standard	6	30 ft	-
049	Standard	6	30 ft	-
050	Standard	6	30 ft	-
051	Standard	6	20 ft	-
052	Standard	6	20 ft	-
GROUP 1	Group	30	20 ft	-
GROUP 2	Group	30	-	Accessible
GROUP 3	Group	30	-	Accessible

About Camp Three Campground

Overview

Camp Three Campground is set amidst oak and locust trees at an elevation of 2,800 feet on the Upper Kern River, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors.

Recreation

Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities in the Upper Kern River area.

Facilities

The campground consists of 52 paved sites and a group camp that accommodates up to 30 people for friends or family gatherings.

Drinking water, vault toilets, and campfire rings are all provided.

This facility is operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company, a division of ExplorUS and comments are welcome; comment forms are available from campground hosts or online.

Natural Features

The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the Forest's lower slopes.

The Forest comprises about 1.1 million acres, and elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls, such as Salmon Creek Falls near Fairview and Grizzly Falls on the Kings River.

Gray pines, scrub oaks, grass and dry climate shrubs cling to steep, canyon walls while cottonwoods and willows line the river's edge.

Nearby Attractions

The Cannell Meadow National Recreation Trailhead is just north of Kernville. Day trips include the Sequoia National Park, Trail of a Hundred Giants, and numerous sequoia groves in the Sequoia National Monument.

The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.

Rules and notices at Camp Three Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Camp Three Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There are no electric hookups

Swimming in the river is dangerous due to strong currents and other hazards.

Click here for more info about the Sequoia National Forest

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Kern River Ranger District (760) 376-3781.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Glass containers are prohibited in Kern Canyon and Isabella Lake Glass Container Prohibition Area

There is an extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night on the 2nd vehicle in each single campsite and on the 3rd & 4th vehicle in any double campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the 1st vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the 1st and 2nd are considered to be one vehicle and the 3rd and 4th are also considered to be one vehicle. So the fee would be a single $8.00/night of stay for the 3rd/4th motorcycle.

Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Owners must keep their dogs under control at all times or they may be asked to vacate the premise.

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Camp Three Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Camp Three Campground?

Camp Three Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Camp Three Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Camp Three 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 Camp Three Campground have?

Camp Three Campground has 52 campsites.