Sandy Flat

Campground · California · 27 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Sequoia National Forest (NF) · Open Access

27
Bookable sites
50 ft
Max rig length
up to 24
People per site
2,277 ft
Elevation
Paved driveway and parking spurs in a desert campground.
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Sandy Flat Campground is set back from the Lower Kern River at an altitude of 2,300 feet near the town of Lake Isabella. Campsites are a short walk from the river, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors.

Recreation

Hiking, trout fishing, river wading and floating are popular pursuits. The Hobo Fishing Trail, a short walking trail, is nearby.

Click here to learn more about the Lower Kern River, including safety and permitting requirements and a listing of local outfitters.

Facilities

Campsites are set along one loop in largely open sites. Large boulders, relics of the ice age, are scattered throughout the campground. River access is in the day camp area. Drinking water, picnic areas and vault toilets are provided.

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 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.

The facts

  • 27 bookable sites
  • 32 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 50 ft
  • Up to 24 people per site
  • Loops: SANDY FLAT

Site types

  • 19 Standard Nonelectric
  • 8 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 5 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

32 campsites at Sandy Flat

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
001SANDY FLATManagementBack InPaved—25 ft6 🐾
002SANDY FLATManagementBack InPaved—40 ft6 🐾
003SANDY FLATManagementBack InPaved—40 ft6 🐾
004SANDY FLATManagementBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
005SANDY FLATManagementBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
006SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—25 ft6 🐾
007SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft12 🐾
009SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
010SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPavedModerate30 ft6 🐾
011SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
012SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
013SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
014SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
015SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
016SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
017SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
018SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
019SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
020SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
021SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
022SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—50 ft6 🐾
023SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft24 🐾
025SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
026SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾
027SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
028SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—25 ft6 🐾
029SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—35 ft6 🐾
030SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—25 ft6 🐾
031SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—15 ft6 🐾
032SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—50 ft6 🐾
033SANDY FLATStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—30 ft6 🐾
034SANDY FLATTent Only NonelectricBack InPaved—20 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From Highway 99, take Highway 178 east for 4 miles. Turn right on Borel Road, then right onto the Old Canyon Road. Continue about 2 miles, then turn right into Sandy Flats Campground.

35.57471, -118.52993 · 35°34'29.0"N 118°31'47.8"W

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Typical weather

Typically 98°F in Jul, down to 58°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F596267738292989891816958
Low °F303436405259656255433430
Precip in————————————

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Sandy Flat

Can you reserve a site at Sandy Flat?
Yes, Sandy Flat is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sandy Flat have?
32 sites in total, of which 27 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Sandy Flat?
50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sandy Flat?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sandy Flat.
Does Sandy Flat have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Sandy Flat?
Campfires are allowed at Sandy Flat. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-13.

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