Established Camping
Bear Wallow Camping Area
Bear Wallow Camping Area is located in the Sierra National Forest near Sanger, CA. The terrain consists of forested areas with a mix of trees and open spaces. Weather in the area typically sees highs around 85°F and lows near 40°F. Nearby attractions include Pine Flat Lake and Kings Canyon National Park, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.
Description
Located along north side of the Kings River on a large sandy flat area. Take a day hike on the Bear Wallow trail located just west of the campground. Great place for camping in spring and fall. Very hot during summer months. Please pack out all garbage. No cell phone coverage in the area. Pay phone is available at Balch Camp.
Location
Bear Wallow Camping Area is located in California
Directions
Take Belmont Avenue east from Fresno. Follow Belmont Avenue until it turns into Trimmer Springs Road. Continue on Trimmer Springs Road past the community of Piedra and around Pine Flat Reservoir. Travel past Kirch Flat campground, crossing over the Kings River. Continue another mile until the pavement ends at the Bailey Bridge. Cross over the bridge and make right turn up the Garnet Dike Road. Campground is about 2.5 miles from the bridge. Driving time from Fresno is 2 hours.
Coordinates
36.85912488 N
119.0987104 W
Detours Nearby
Sequoia Forest Hunting Area - FS 13597
2 hrs 5 min away
Dunlap canyon retreat
2 hrs 23 min away
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
