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Paradise Cove Campground in California
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Paradise Cove Campground

Sequoia National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Paradise Cove Campground is a campground in Sequoia National Forest, California with 36 campsites. Paradise Cove Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Paradise Cove Campground is located at 35.6496ยฐ N, 118.4270ยฐ W.
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Paradise Cove Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 3 (1 site)Oct 4 (1 site)Oct 5 (1 site)

1 site open on Oct 3 at Paradise Cove Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 23:30 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

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

Published by Recreation.gov for Paradise Cove Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Paradise Cove Campground

  • Standard 36

What an RV fits

  • 40 ft1 site

Amenities

  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking.

All sites at Paradise Cove Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA PARADISE COVE loop.

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FS1-40(N)Standard640 ft

About Paradise Cove Campground

Overview

Paradise Cove Campground sits near Lake Isabella in the beautiful Sequoia National Forest. The 11,000-acre lake marks the division between the Upper and Lower Kern Rivers.

Recreation

This year-round campground is near Lake Isabella, one of California's largest reservoirs. Water activities such as swimming, water skiing and wind surfing are popular.

The lake is known for trout fishing during the colder months. Other species include black and white crappie, bluegill, catfish and largemouth bass.

Facilities

The campground has 46 sites that are divided into two sections. The upper section has back-in camp sites, and the lower section has side-by-side parking. All camp sites have a view of the lake.

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 and Grizzly Falls.

Nearby Attractions

The campground provides a great base for day trips to the Trail of a Hundred Giants and numerous Sequoia groves in the Giant Sequoia National Monument. You cannot access Sequoia National Park with a day trip.

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 Paradise Cove Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

FS1-40(N) is not a camp site number, you will be assigned a site upon arrival.

Six people per site including children

Temperatures can reach the 100s in the summer

Hookups are not available

Off-road vehicles are not permitted in the campground

In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $8.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

Click here for more info about the Sequoia National Forest

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.

Site length includes tow vehicle

RV Dump Station is available here. The use fee is $25.00.

Paradise Cove Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Paradise Cove Campground?

Paradise Cove 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 Paradise Cove Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Paradise Cove 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 Paradise Cove Campground have?

Paradise Cove Campground has 36 campsites.

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