Can you reserve a site at Limestone Campground?

Yes, Limestone Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Limestone Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Limestone Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Limestone Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Limestone Campground?

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

Limestone Campground — 19 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Limestone Campground sits in an area dotted with oak and gray pine along the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, at an elevation of 3,500 feet.

Recreation

Whitewater rafting and kayaking on the Upper Kern River are popular activities.

To learn more about the Upper Kern River, including safety and permitting requirements and a listing of local outfitters, visit the Sequoia National Forest’s overview of the area.

Facilities

The campground, located 16 miles north of Kernville, has 19 paved sites. Picnic areas, 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.

At various points along the river, gray pines, scrub oaks, grass and dry climate shrubs cling to steep canyon walls, while cottonwoods and willows line the water's edge.

Nearby Attractions

The campground provides a good base for day trips to the Sequoia National Park Trail of 100 Giants.

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

Season: April – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
19 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND

Site types

19 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

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

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

19 campsites at Limestone Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
001	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
002	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Severe	20 ft	6	🐾
003	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	15 ft	6	🐾
004	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
005	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
006	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
007	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
008	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
009	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
010	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
011	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
012	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
013	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
014	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	25 ft	6	🐾
015	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
016	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
017	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
018	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
019	LIMESTONE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

Off of Highway 99 in Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to the town of Kernville. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 for 16 miles to the campground.

35.96283, -118.47729 · 35°57'46.2"N 118°28'38.3"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 99°F in Jul, down to 60°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	61	63	67	72	80	91	99	98	92	81	69	60
Low °F	32	33	36	41	48	56	63	62	56	46	36	31
Precip in	2.3	2.4	1.7	0.7	0.4	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.6	1.4	1.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.6 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 Limestone Campground

Can you reserve a site at Limestone Campground?: Yes, Limestone Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Limestone Campground have?: 19 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Limestone Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Limestone Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Limestone Campground.
Does Limestone Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Limestone Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Limestone Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Campsite fees range from $34/night for single unit, $8/night for extra vehicle. Maximum trailer length 30’

Restrictions:

No camping or campfires within 25 feet of the river's edge.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Limestone Campground

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Redwood Meadow 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Holey Meadow 7.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hospital Flat 9.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Brush Creek Dispersed Camping 0.1 mi · Campground
Johnsondale Bridge River Access Boating Site 0.7 mi · Facility
Horse Meadow Campground 7.3 mi · Campground
Corral Creek Dispersed Camping 7.5 mi · Facility
Upper Peppermint Dispersed Area 8.7 mi · Facility
Chico Flat Dispersed Camping 9.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Limestone Campground