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Hungry Gulch Campground

Sequoia National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Hungry Gulch Campground is a campground in Sequoia National Forest, California with 74 campsites. Hungry Gulch Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hungry Gulch Campground is located at 35.6709° N, 118.4711° W.

Hungry Gulch Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Reservations close: 3 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Hungry Gulch Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

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Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, photography, water sports.

All sites at Hungry Gulch Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA HUNGRY GULCH loop.

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About Hungry Gulch Campground

Overview

Hungry Gulch Campground sits 3 miles from Lake Isabella in the Sequoia National Forest of California. Visitors enjoy swimming, waterskiing, windsurfing and fishing on the scenic lake.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming, water skiiing and windsurfing at Lake Isabella, which covers 11,000+ acres on the Kern River and has over 38 miles of shoreline. Anglers will find black and white crappie, bluegill, blue and channel catfish, largemouth bass and rainbow trout. Trout fishing is also available in area streams. Please click here for safety and permit information.

Many hiking opportunities can be found around Lake Isabella and along the Kern River.

Facilities

The campground offers nearly 80 non-specific sites. Picnic tables and campfire rings and drinking water.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on a pine-covered hillside, 3 miles from Lake Isabella's western shores at an elevation of 2,640 feet. Many sites have views of Lake Isabella off in the distance.

Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, is named for 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. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

The Kern River is a short drive from the campground and offers hiking and fishing opportunities.

Rules and notices at Hungry Gulch Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Hungry Gulch Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground is open as needed on very busy holiday weekend as an overflow site. If the gate is locked please call the Kern River managers office at 760-376-1269

Porta Potties available

No hookups available

No off-road vehicle use allowed in the campground

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.

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.

The Camp Host is located at Boulder Gulch Campground across the street.

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Hungry Gulch Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hungry Gulch Campground?

Hungry Gulch 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 Hungry Gulch Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hungry Gulch 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 Hungry Gulch Campground have?

Hungry Gulch Campground has 74 campsites.