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Chilkoot Campground

Sierra National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Chilkoot Campground is a campground in Sierra National Forest, California with 27 campsites. Chilkoot Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Chilkoot Campground is located at 37.3675° N, 119.5374° W.

people allowed on 13 of 27 sites: 6

Chilkoot Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 days

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

Campsites at Chilkoot Campground

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Standard 20
Tent 7

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

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

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, stargazing.

All sites at Chilkoot Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps
1	1	Standard	6
2	1	Standard	6
3	1	Standard	6
4	1	Standard	6
5	1	Tent	6
6	1	Tent	6
7	1	Tent	6
8	1	Standard	6
9	1	Standard	6
10	1	Standard	6
11	1	Standard	6
12	1	Standard	6
14	1	Standard	6
A001	AREA CHILKOOT	Tent	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps
A002	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A003	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A004	AREA CHILKOOT	Tent	-
A005	AREA CHILKOOT	Tent	-
A006	AREA CHILKOOT	Tent	-
A007	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A008	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A009	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A010	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
A011	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
FS1-306	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
FS1-307	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-
FS1-308	AREA CHILKOOT	Standard	-

About Chilkoot Campground

Overview

Chilkoot is named for the creek that runs by the campground. The facility is shaded by a grove of Ponderosa pine, fir and cedar, and offers ample space for tent or RV camping.

This campground is located at an elevation of approximately 4,600 feet, providing a comfortable camping experience during the hottest days of summer.

Recreation

A popular recreation and resort area is a few miles away at Bass Lake. Activities here include motorized and non-motorized boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, sailing and water skiing.

Anglers can fish in Chilkoot Creek for channel catfish, sucker and brown trout. Other nearby activities include hiking the Buena Vista trail and paddling on Willow Creek.

Facilities

This rustic campground provides a host and vault toilets but no water. Each unit has a gravel parking spur, picnic table and fire ring. Some sites are located on slopes and are not suitable for tents, while other sites are tent only.

Natural Features

The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural

resources.

The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.

Nearby Attractions

Yosemite National Park can be reached in under an hour from Chilkoot Campground. The South Fork of the Merced River is also nearby, which is popular for whitewater rafting.

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Rules and notices at Chilkoot Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.

Drinking water is not provided at this campground

Two pets per site, must be leashed at all times.

Please Note: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

Fire Restrictions: 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 Sierra National Forest Headquarters, (559) 297-0706.

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (12pm) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released.

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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.

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Chilkoot Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Chilkoot Campground?

Chilkoot Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 27 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Chilkoot Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Chilkoot 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 Chilkoot Campground have?

Chilkoot Campground has 27 campsites.