Can you reserve a site at Wishon?

Yes, Wishon is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Wishon have?

35 sites in total, of which 33 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Wishon?

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

Are pets allowed at Wishon?

Yes, pets are allowed at Wishon.

Are campfires allowed at Wishon?

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

Wishon, California — 33 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Wishon Campground straddles two forks of the Tule River in the Sequoia National Forest, sitting at an elevation of 4,000 feet. A creek runs through the site into the Tule River, which originates in the Golden Trout Wilderness.

Recreation

There are many hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Rose Grave Trailhead. Visitors can wade in the river at Wishon Fork.

Facilities

This year-round campground is configured in 3 parts: the Front Entrance section (sites 2-9) the Main Loop (sites 11-33) and the Doubles Spur (sites 34-36.) Wishon Campground offers 33 reservable campsites - 29 single sites and 4 double sites

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 455-6010.

Nearby Attractions

There are six small remnant giant sequoia groves in the area, including Wishon, Silver Creek, Burro, Maggie Mountain, Middle Tule and Upper Tule Groves.

The facts

33 bookable sites
35 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)

Site types

33 Standard Nonelectric
2 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

35 campsites at Wishon

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
01 - HOST	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Management	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
02	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
03 - HOST	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Management	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
04	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
05	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
06	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
07	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
08	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
09	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	6	🐾
11	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
12	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
13	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
14	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
15	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
16	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
17	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
18	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
19	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
20	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
21	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
22	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
23	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
24	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
25	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
26	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	6	🐾
27	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
28	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
29	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
30	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
31	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	12	🐾
32	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
33	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
34	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	12	🐾
35	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	12	🐾
36	AREA WISHON(SEQUOIA NATL FOREST)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	12	🐾

Getting there

From Highway 99, turn east on 190. Travel on 190 through Springville to Wishon Drive/M208. Turn left on Wishon Drive and travel about 4 miles. The entrance to Wishon Campground is on the right as the road curves to Doyle Springs.

36.19014, -118.66413 · 36°11'24.5"N 118°39'50.9"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	3.8	3.1	1.7	1.3	0.6	0.1	0.1	0.0	0.1	0.6	1.7	3.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Common questions about Wishon

Can you reserve a site at Wishon?: Yes, Wishon is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Wishon have?: 35 sites in total, of which 33 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Wishon?: 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Wishon?: Yes, pets are allowed at Wishon.
Does Wishon have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Wishon?: Campfires are allowed at Wishon. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Wishon

Wishon Cabin 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Belknap 4.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Coy Flat 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Quaking Aspen 8.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Quaking Aspen Cabin 8.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Grouse Valley Cabins 11.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Redwood Meadow 15.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Long Meadow Group 15.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Belknap Grove 5.7 mi · Facility
Upper Peppermint Dispersed Area 10.7 mi · Facility
Western Divide Ranger District 11.9 mi · Facility
South Fork Campground 12.4 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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