Can you reserve a site at Vermillion?

Yes, Vermillion is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Vermillion have?

31 sites in total, of which 30 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Vermillion?

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

Are pets allowed at Vermillion?

Yes, pets are allowed at Vermillion.

Are campfires allowed at Vermillion?

Campfires are allowed at Vermillion. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Vermillion, California — 30 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Vermillion Campground is located on the northwest shore of Edison Lake, in a shady stand of Ponderosa pine. Most sites provide lake views. The campground is ideal for tents, as well as small RVs. Visitors can enjoy mountain views of the surrounding John Muir and Ansel Adams Wilderness areas.

Recreation

Edison Lake has a free public boat launch. Canoeing and kayaking near the shoreline are popular activities. Anglers can fish for rainbow, brown or brook trout. Sandy beaches within the campground provide lake access for swimming.

Campfire programs are offered throughout the summer. Numerous hiking and equestrian trails are in the area.

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, campfire ring and bear-proof food storage locker, all set off a bit from the parking spur. Some sites are sloped and not suitable for tent camping. Vault toilets are provided. There are 8 water spigots in the campground with potable drinking water.

Limited supplies and pay showers are available at the Vermillion Valley Resort, which is within walking distance.

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.

Nearby Attractions

Vermillion Campground is an excellent base for exploring the Ansel Adams or John Muir Wilderness Areas. The Vermillion Valley Resort offers ferry rides across the lake to trails within the Ansel Adams Wilderness.

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: June – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
30 bookable sites
31 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: VERMILLION

Site types

30 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

31 campsites at Vermillion

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
1	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
10	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
11	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	28 ft	6	🐾
12	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
13	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	28 ft	6	🐾
14	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
15	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	16 ft	6	🐾
16	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
17	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
18	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	26 ft	6	🐾
19	VERMILLION	Management	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	6	🐾
2	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	50 ft	6	🐾
20	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
21	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	26 ft	6	🐾
22	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	22 ft	6	🐾
23	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	24 ft	6	🐾
24	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
25	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	33 ft	6	🐾
26	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	28 ft	6	🐾
27	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	26 ft	6	🐾
28	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
29	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	28 ft	6	🐾
3	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	35 ft	6	🐾
30	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	20 ft	6	🐾
31	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	21 ft	6	🐾
4	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
5	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
6	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
7	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	35 ft	6	🐾
8	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	33 ft	6	🐾
9	VERMILLION	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	33 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Clovis, take Highway 168 east to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. At the east end of Huntington Lake, turn right on the Kaiser Pass Road (at Eastwood Visitor Center). Travel 17 miles to the Edison Lake Road. Turn left toward Edison Lake and travel 7 miles to the campground.

37.37766, -119.01386 · 37°22'39.6"N 119°0'49.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 74°F in Aug, down to 43°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	43	44	46	50	56	66	74	74	68	58	49	44
Low °F	24	23	26	29	36	43	49	49	44	37	31	25
Precip in	8.5	7.8	6.8	4.0	2.4	0.7	0.7	0.1	0.4	2.3	3.9	6.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 15.4 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 Vermillion

Can you reserve a site at Vermillion?: Yes, Vermillion is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Vermillion have?: 31 sites in total, of which 30 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Vermillion?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Vermillion?: Yes, pets are allowed at Vermillion.
Are campfires allowed at Vermillion?: Campfires are allowed at Vermillion. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Vermillion also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Vermillion's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$35.00 per night, Standard Nonelectric, Holidays/$2.00 additional/night. $10 fee for each additional vehicle.

Restrictions:

Maximum length of stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 25' Maximum group size = 6 per site 2 night minimum on weekends. 3 night minimum on holidays.

Accessibility:

No

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Eastwood Visitor Information Site 11.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-27.

Vermillion