Soquel Campground
Campground · California · 21 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Sierra National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 21
- Bookable sites
- 30 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 5,263 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Soquel Campground consists of two loops on the banks of Willow Creek. The primitive sites are well-shaded by pine and fir trees and can accommodate small trailers and tents. Reservations for this campground are now site-specific.
Recreation
Trails can be found off Highway 41 west of the campground, including the 3.7-mile Lewis Creek National Recreation Trail and the Miami Motorcycle Trails, a network of forest roads and trails for dirt bikes and off-road vehicles.The Shadow of the Giants, a grove of giant sequoias, is popular 1-mile hike just a short drive north of the campground.
Facilities
Each site has a dirt parking spur, picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available. Campers must bring their own supply.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.Soquel Campground is located in the Highway 41 Corridor of the Bass Lake Ranger District. This area is known for the Nelder Grove of giant sequoias.
Nearby Attractions
Yosemite National Park is a popular day trip from the area. The historic logging train at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is a little closer to the campground.Soquel Campground is just off the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (Sky Ranch Road), an 83-mile drive past many highlights of Sierra National Forest.
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.
The facts
- Season: May – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 21 bookable sites
- 24 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 30 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: 1, AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 21 Standard Nonelectric
- 3 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
24 campsites at Soquel Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 2 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 3 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 4 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 5 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 6 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 7 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 8 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 9 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 001 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 002 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 003 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 004 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 005 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 006 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 007 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 008 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 009 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 010 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 011 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | |
| FS1-20 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| FS1-20N | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| FS1-30 | AREA SOQUEL CAMPGROUND | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through town of Oakhurst. Take the Sky Ranch Road (Road 632) east for 7 miles, turn southeast on Forest Road 6S40, and travel 1 mile to Soquel Campground.
37.40788, -119.56358 · 37°24'28.4"N 119°33'48.9"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 46 | 50 | 55 | 63 | 73 | 80 | 80 | 75 | 64 | 53 | 44 |
| Low °F | 27 | 27 | 28 | 31 | 37 | 44 | 51 | 49 | 45 | 37 | 30 | 26 |
| Precip in | 7.6 | 6.7 | 5.2 | 3.4 | 1.9 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 2.2 | 3.3 | 5.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.2 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 Soquel Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Soquel Campground?
- Yes, Soquel Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Soquel Campground have?
- 24 sites in total, of which 21 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Soquel Campground?
- 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Soquel Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Soquel Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Soquel Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Soquel Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Soquel Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Soquel Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $27.03 ($30.00)* per night, single site $54.05 ($60.00)* per night, double site $10.00 per night, per additional vehicle *(taxes included)
Restrictions:
- Reservations can be made up to three days prior to your arrival. There is a two night minimum stay on weekends and the three night minimum stay on holidays. Maximum stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 20 foot Maximum group size = 6 per site
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Contact
- Phone 559-642-3212
- Email clm@clm-services.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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