Whether you're here to fish the Middle Fork Kaweah River or explore the giant sequoias, Buckeye Flat Campground provides tent-only camping among oak and buckeye trees near Sequoia National Park's entrance. The National Park Service operates this 28-site campground from late March through September, with sites accommodating tents and small RVs up to 21 feet.
Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear locker for food storage. Reviewers consistently mention the cleanliness of the restrooms, which feature running water. The campground tends to fill up during peak season, though sites maintain adequate spacing between neighbors. River access allows for cooling off during warm summer days, though campers should bring insect repellent.
Fire restrictions may apply during dry summer months. Sam M. recommends checking out "General Sherman and all the other Sequoia trees" along with the Moro Rock Trail for elevated views. Bear activity is common in the area, making proper food storage in the provided lockers essential.
The $22 nightly fee includes water, trash service, and restroom facilities. For additional camping options in the region, consider Potwisha Campground — Sequoia National Park located further downstream along the river.
Description
Overview
Buckeye Flat Campground is located in Sequoia National Park, in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. The campground sits at an elevation of 2,800 feet, perched above the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River and shaded by a stand of large Live Oaks. For more information and trip planning please see our website at www.nps.gov/seki
Recreation
Whether you are visiting the spectacular sequoia trees in the Giant Forest or backpacking into the wilderness of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Buckeye Campground offers a convenient starting point. Located just six miles from the Ash Mountain Entrance Station, the campground is within a 30-minute drive to countless miles of trails and natural wonders.
Facilities
Buckeye Flat Campground offers 27 reservable campsites accommodating tents only. Picnic tables, fire rings and food storage lockers are provided at each site. Flush toilets and drinking water are available within the campground.
Natural Features
The Foothills consist of the lower elevations of Sequoia National Park, where the grassy valley floor gives way to granite peaks. Oaks, chaparral and river canyons are plentiful here in an area with more biological diversity than the conifer forests and High Sierra combined. Winters are relatively snow-free and mild; summer is characterized by hot and dry weather. Wildlife is frequently seen in the area, including the American Black Bear, mule deer and bobcats, as well as numerous bird species.
Nearby Attractions
Buckeye Flat Campground is located within a 30-minute drive from the Giant Forest, home to the largest trees on Earth. Moro Rock, Crescent Meadow and the Congress Trail are also located in the Giant Forest area, as well as numerous other opportunities for exploration in Sequoia National Park. The Crystal Caves are about a 45 minute drive (16 miles/26 km) from the campground. Reserve tour tickets in advance on Recreation.gov.
Charges & Cancellations
Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Additional fees will apply for late cancellations. All cancellations made between midnight on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival are considered late cancellations and will incur a $10.00 cancellation fee and will also forfeit the first nights use fee. Cancellations for a single nights reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
Fee Info
ENTRANCE FEES APPLY: 1-7 Day Pass- $35 per vehicle (private, non-commercial). $20 per person (on foot, on bicycle, or bus). $30 per motorcycle (not per person). 12 month pass available at Ash Mountain & Big Stump Entrance Stations. Check www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/fees.htm for details. CAMPING FEES: $32 per night for Regular Camping and $16 per night for valid lifetime Access Pass, lifetime Senior Pass, and annual Senior Pass. No other passes receive reduced rates. Failure to notify the campground prior to 12:00 pm noon the day following your scheduled arrival may result in your reservation being cancelled.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Buckeye will not open for the 2026 season due to extensive damage from winter storms during the 2022-2023 winter. Progress is being made to reopen this damaged facility.
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Location
Public CampgroundBuckeye Flat Campground — Sequoia National Park is located in California
Directions
Buckeye Flat Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 East from Visalia for 36 miles, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 6 miles beyond the entrance station, across from Hospital Rock. Please visit our website for more specific driving directions, as well as area maps.
Address
47050 Generals Highway
Three rivers, CA 93271
Coordinates
36.5210556 N
118.7625972 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 56 min from Visalia, CA
- 1 hr 10 min from Hanford, CA
- 1 hr 32 min from Fresno, CA
- 1 hr 59 min from Bakersfield, CA
