Cold Springs Campground (CA)
Campground · California · 38 bookable sites ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Sequoia National Park (National Park) · Open Access
- 38
- Bookable sites
- 20 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 7,470 ft
- Elevation
Overview
The Mineral King area features the highest elevation campground in the parks. At 7,500 feet (2280 m), it is only open during the summer months. It takes approximately 90 minutes to drive the long narrow, winding, largely unpaved road that leads to the area and its two campgrounds. RVs and trailers are not recommended on Mineral King Road and are not permitted in campgrounds. Mineral King is not connected to the rest of Sequoia National Park by roads.
Recreation
Trails to alpine lakes and mountain passes begin nearby.
Facilities
Nestled among amid aspen trees and conifers, the campground is located near the Mineral King Ranger Station. The campground has no sinks and no flush toilets, pit toilets only.
Natural Features
Hikes into the backcountry out of Mineral King will give visitors an ever deeper understanding of the beauty and uniqueness of Sequoia National Park. Hike to alpine lakes and over mountain passes, or climb a peak.
Nearby Attractions
There are limited services at Silver City Resort, 2.5 miles (4 km) west of the campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-4404.Charges & Cancellations
Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Additional fees will apply for late cancellations
If your campsite remains vacant for 24 hours after your arrival date it will be cancelled and made available on rec.gov. You will be charged for the first night's campsite fee and a $10 cancellation fee, all other fees after that will be refunded. Recreation.gov policies apply to all reservations, cancellations, refunds and date changes. Call (559) 565-4404 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled.
The facts
- 38 bookable sites
- 40 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 20 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: Cold Springs
Site types
- 29 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 9 Walk To
- 2 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
40 campsites at Cold Springs Campground (CA)
Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site: 01 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 02 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 03 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 04 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 05 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 06 | Cold Springs | Management | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 07 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 08 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 09 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 10 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 11 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 12 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 13 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 14 | Cold Springs | Management | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 15 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 16 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 17 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 18 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 19 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 20 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 22 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 23 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 24 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 25 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 26 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 27 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 28 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 29 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 30 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 31 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 32 | Cold Springs | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 33 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 34 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 35 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 36 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 37 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 38 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 39 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 40 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Site: 41 | Cold Springs | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
Cold Springs campground is located 23 miles (37 km) from Highway 198 on the Mineral King Road. It is an approximately 90 minute drive. The road is narrow, winding and steep, deeply rutted in sections, and mostly unpaved. It is not advised for longer vehicles, including trailers and other recreational vehicles. RVs and trailers are not permitted in campgrounds.
36.45210, -118.61216 · 36°27'7.6"N 118°36'43.8"W
Typical weather
Typically 97°F in Jul, down to 57°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 58 | 60 | 64 | 69 | 79 | 90 | 97 | 97 | 91 | 79 | 66 | 57 |
| Low °F | 38 | 41 | 43 | 45 | 54 | 62 | 69 | 68 | 63 | 53 | 44 | 38 |
| Precip in | 4.9 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 2.5 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 1.2 | 2.4 | 3.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
ENTRANCE FEES APPLY in Mineral King -buy your pass ahead of time. CAMPING FEES: $32 per night for Regular Camping and $16 per night for valid lifetime Access Pass, lifetime Senior Pass, and annual Senior Pass. No other passes receive reduced rates. If your campsite remains vacant for 24 hours after your arrival date it will be cancelled and made available on rec.gov. You will be charged for the first night's campsite fee and a $10 cancellation fee, all other fees after that will be refunded. Recreation.gov policies apply to all reservations, cancellations, refunds and date changes. Call (559) 565-4404 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Cold Springs Campground (CA)
- Can you reserve a site at Cold Springs Campground (CA)?
- Yes, Cold Springs Campground (CA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Cold Springs Campground (CA) have?
- 40 sites in total, of which 38 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Cold Springs Campground (CA)?
- 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Cold Springs Campground (CA)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Cold Springs Campground (CA).
- Are campfires allowed at Cold Springs Campground (CA)?
- Campfires are allowed at Cold Springs Campground (CA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Cold Springs Campground (CA)
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- Mineral King Ranger Station 0.1 mi · Facility
- South Fork Campground 11.1 mi · Facility
- Giant Forest Museum 11.8 mi · Facility
- Foothills Visitor Center 12.2 mi · Facility
- Lodgepole Visitor Center 12.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 559 565 3341
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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