Can you reserve a site at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?

Yes, Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?

18 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?

Yes, pets are allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites.

Are campfires allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?

Campfires are allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites, California — 14 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Crystal Springs campground is centrally located in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. This mid-sized group campground is at an elevation of 6,500 feet. In addition to the 14 mid-sized group sites, there are 35 standard size campsite available for reservation on the Crystal Springs Campground page.

Recreation

There are numerous recreation opportunities in the immediate area. From your campsite, you can hike to a Sequoia Grove that includes the General Grant Tree, the Nation's Christmas Tree and only living memorial to our military veterans. Hike to the beautiful Ella Falls, a 50 foot waterfall or to Panoramic Point for a breathtaking view of the high Sierras.

Facilities

Mid-size group sites are for tents only with paved and graveled parking areas. The 14 mid-sized group sites include 3 picnic tables, a fire ring, and 2 bear boxes. Flush toilets and potable water are available at the campground. Each mid-sized group site can accommodate 7-15 people. There are also 35 individual sites available for reservation through the Crystal Springs Campground page.

The campground is located near Grant Grove Village, where you will find the Kings Canyon Visitor Center, a restaurant, gift store, Post Office and market. Nightly campfire programs are offered at the nearby amphitheater.

Natural Features

Crystal Springs campground is located in a mixed conifer forest of sugar pines, incense cedar, fir and sequoia trees. Summer days can be warm and dry with cool nights. Wildlife is abundant and includes black bear, mule deer, gray squirrel, golden-mantled ground squirrel, and a variety of resident birds, among many others. The dynamic landscape of the park evolves from geologic processes working over millennia to sculpt granite, marble and other forms of rock. Here in the parks are canyons carved by rivers and glaciers, towering rugged peaks and miles of underground caverns. Found throughout the park are thousands of lakes and ponds and miles of rivers and streams.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-4357.

Nearby Attractions

Crystal Springs campground is within an hour's drive from the Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park, home of the biggest tree in the world, the General Sherman, and the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park. Fishing is 30 minutes away at Hume Lake in Sequoia National Forest. The national forest also includes Converse Basin and Chicago Stump, where you can learn the history of logging in the area.

The Crystal Caves are about a one and a half hour drive (39 miles/63 km) from the campground. Reserve tour tickets in advance on Recreation.gov.

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.
For group campsites: All modifications must be made at least 14 days prior to scheduled arrival date to avoid additional fees.
For group campsites: All cancellations made within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date are considered late cancellations and will incur the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
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) 565-4357 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled.

The facts

14 bookable sites
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 18 ft
Up to 15 people per site
Loops: Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites

Site types

14 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

14 campsites at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites

Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
A	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
B	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
C	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
D	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
E	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
F	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	♿ 🐾
G	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
H	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
I	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
J	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
K	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
L	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
M	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾
N	Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	18 ft	15	🐾

Getting there

From Fresno, CA, take Highway 180 East for 1 1/2 hours

36.74468, -118.96179 · 36°44'40.8"N 118°57'42.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	46	46	48	52	60	71	79	79	73	63	53	46
Low °F	26	25	27	30	38	46	53	52	47	39	32	25
Precip in	8.0	7.3	7.8	3.6	1.4	0.5	0.3	0.2	0.3	2.4	3.3	6.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 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: Check Entrance Fees & Passes - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (U.S. National Park Service) for details. CAMPING FEES: Group sites are $50.00 per night flat rate. 50% Senior Pass & Access Pass discount rates DO NOT APPLY for mid-sized group sites. 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) 565-4357 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.

Common questions about Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites

Can you reserve a site at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?: Yes, Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites have?: 14 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?: 18 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?: Yes, pets are allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites.
Are campfires allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites?: Campfires are allowed at Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites

Crystal Springs Campground (CA) less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Azalea Campground 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sunset Campground (Ca) 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Ten Mile Campground (Ca) 3.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kings Canyon Visitor Center 0.3 mi · Facility
Millwood OHV Staging Area 2.2 mi · Facility
Cherry Gap Winter Trailhead 2.3 mi · Facility
Cherry Gap OHV Staging Area 2.3 mi · Facility
Quail Flat Winter Trailhead 3.3 mi · Facility
Chicago Stump Trailhead 3.4 mi · Facility
Cedarbrook Picnic Area 3.8 mi · Facility
Converse Basin Grove 3.8 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 559-565-3341
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-18.

Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites