Best RV Parks & Resorts near Camp Nelson, CA

Nelson Falls RV Park provides full hookup sites for RVs near Camp Nelson with water, electric, and sewer connections. The park accommodates various RV sizes with pull-through sites available for easier access. "Communication with the host was amazing, very quiet community with full hookups for our 5th wheel and spacious sites," noted one visitor about their Memorial Day weekend stay. Sequoia RV Ranch in Three Rivers offers year-round camping with full hookup pull-through sites, including 50-amp service for larger motorhomes. Boulder Creek RV Resort in Lone Pine features big-rig friendly spaces with 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer hookups, though some visitors mention WiFi can be spotty.

Road access to these mountain RV parks requires careful navigation, particularly the drive to Nelson Falls which involves steep mountain roads with no cell coverage. A recent review advised downloading Google Maps before arrival since there's zero cell service at Nelson Falls, though the park does offer WiFi. Most parks in the region remain open year-round, though winter conditions may affect accessibility to higher elevation locations. Dump stations are available at several facilities, including Boulder Creek and Sequoia RV Ranch, with the latter charging $20 for non-guests. Pet-friendly policies are common throughout the area's RV parks, with Boulder Creek featuring a dedicated dog run that received positive mentions in reviews.

Best RV Sites Near Camp Nelson, California (141)

    1. Nelson Falls RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Camp Nelson, CA
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 462-5559

    $20 - $235 / night

    "Very quiet community.

    Full hookups for our 5th wheel, spacious sites, flushing restrooms and showers if you wanted.  Starlink worked perfect, though there was wifi available."

    "My little family & I had a great experience tent camping here at Camp Nelson, Trudy showed lovely hospitality & we made some new friends, the campground is really clean & peaceful."

    2. Sequoia RV Ranch

    14 Reviews
    Kaweah, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 561-4333

    $120 / night

    "There are creek side full hookup pull through sites, pull through full hook site, back in full hook up and tent sites with raised wooden foundation for a tent. I would recommend this campground."

    "Great, clean place only 6 miles from Sequoia National Park entrance. This place has sites where you can back up to the river, is clean, has nice dog park area, nice fire pits & courteous staff."

    3. Lake Olancha RV Park & Campground / Westside of Death Valley

    5 Reviews
    Olancha, CA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (442) 364-5290

    $49 / night

    "A lovely site, both scenic and peaceful. Was very quiet when we stayed. The small lake was ideal for a bit of casual kayaking and nature watching - mostly birds and dragonflies."

    4. Boulder Creek RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 876-4243

    $38 - $75 / night

    "Excellent RV Resort! We stayed a night on our way to Yosemite and we found this RV Resort by google search. Marcos at the front desk is very accommodating."

    "Amazing views , dog run, good spots to pull through , WiFi rough"

    5. Lemon Cove Village

    9 Reviews
    Lemon Cove, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 370-4152

    "Nice drive thru RV’s sites. Friendly Staff and good staff especially Jennifer. Very nice dog park, not a lot grass but good running area for dogs."

    "Pull through sites made setting up super easy. Place was quite and clean. Not much for extra activities on site, but they did have a clubhouse."

    6. Whitney Portal

    30 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 937-6070

    $34 - $95 / night

    "Really secluded surrounded by trees, close to bathroom and water faucet. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper. Right next to a river, where the sound relaxes you."

    "Even though the sites are pretty close to each other, we could not hear a neighbor once because of the sound of the creek."

    7. KRS RV Resort@Camp James

    14 Reviews
    Kernville, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 376-6119

    $39 - $340 / night

    "We were able to float down the river in our inner tubes safely. We were told May to June the river is very high in this area. We also fished in the river. Our camp site was great."

    "Clean showers and bathrooms. Polite guests. Respectable to after hour policies. Ground keepers make sure everyone is happy. Full hook up sites make it easy. Shaded tent sites make it comfortable."

    8. Sequoia Resort & RV Park

    1 Review
    Badger, CA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 967-1755

    "This site has bikes to rent, a library with dad's to borrow and a lake with little boats. Site are good size and have a privacy . is nice for a little separation."

    9. Rivernook Campground

    27 Reviews
    Kernville, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 376-2705

    $45 - $75 / night

    "We couldn't stay at the river's edge, but instead stayed at a full hook up.  The area was under trees and quiet, but could had used a little more landscaping. "

    "I’ve been coming here since I was a kid, not much has changed except the water level.. and nicer restrooms!"

    10. Leavis Flat Campground

    9 Reviews
    California Hot Springs, CA
    18 miles
    Website

    "Site 3 is right on the creek and is very peaceful. Campground is right on the road, but there’s not much traffic and the creek drowns out most of the noise. Trash cans and vault toilets."

    "This small roadside campground is a lovely spot, tucked between a hillside and Deer Creek running year round right at the edge of the campground."

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RV Park Reviews near Camp Nelson, CA

807 Reviews of 141 Camp Nelson Campgrounds


  • K
    Sep. 20, 2022

    Boulder Creek RV Resort

    Excellent Hidden Gem!

    Excellent RV Resort! We stayed a night on our way to Yosemite and we found this RV Resort by google search. Marcos at the front desk is very accommodating. There are many facilities including, swimming pool, hot tub, mini mart, gift shop, playground, horseshoes, basketball hoop, kitchen facility, RV dump station, fenced in dog run, laundry, showers, full hook ups, clubhouse, Wifi and more! Great place to stop.

  • Marc P.
    May. 22, 2020

    Lemon Cove Village

    Nice Park, Well Kept Could use some updates

    Nice park, well kept, friendly staff. As you will see from the photos this is an old KOA. RV spaces are all pull through, and spaced well and are pretty level. Electrical is updated and spaces have okay water pressure. Has laundry and pool as well

    Restrooms and showers are clean but need updating.

    There is no cable tv hook ups and Wifi is available but it’s really worthless can’t connect once you are away from the office. Verizon Wireless is 2 bars of LTE works okay....

    Lots of great tent spots with shade, water and 110v outlets

    It appears that they are trying to make this a nicer place. (Note: my 3 star rating is for lack of cable and wifi) Which should have for $50 a night. Otherwise, I would give 5 stars. Would stay again though.....

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 26, 2021

    Walker Pass Campground

    Small and Quiet

    Along Hwy 178 towards Ridgecrest you'll find this campground that is small but quiet and clean. It is not for big rigs or RVs. 

    There are 2 sites with fire pits and covered picnic tables that could fit a large van at most. There is one other spot that is level but has no fire pit or covered table. Further back are several scattered picnic tables and tent spots. There are also 2 unisex ADA accessible pit toilet bathrooms which were quite filthy.

    This is a stop along the Pacific Crest Trail. The scenery is an amazing mix of Joshua Trees, pines, chaparral, mountains and large rocks, some snow on the peaks facing north. It is close to the highway so there is some road noise and people stopping to use the bathroom. The road in is paved and narrow and potholed but passable.

    There was no cell service with AT&T, Verizon or T-Mobile.

    There is a donation based drop box for camping fee so pay what you want or what you can afford.

    Fires and charcoal grills are not allowed per sign at info board, camp stoves are ok.

  • D
    Aug. 15, 2020

    KRS RV Resort@Camp James

    Amazing Time

    First time to the Kern River. Loved it. We were there August 1-6. The River was a little low but it was perfect for us with our 5 year old son. We were able to float down the river in our inner tubes safely. We were told May to June the river is very high in this area. We also fished in the river. Our camp site was great. We stayed in site 81 in our class C RV. Corner site on a creek that ran through the campground. The creek was great to sit in to escape the heat and float down. Lots of kids and dog friendly. The WIFI was good to stream TV and ATT cell service was good too. The sites had power, water and cable TV hook up. There is a dump station in the campground. They clean and rake all camp sites after each use and they enforce the 10:00pm quiet time. It is a short walk/ride to Kern River Brewery. Or it is about a hour drive to Trail of 100 Giants Sequoia Trees. Can’t wait to stay here again.

  • Mike M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Fir Group Campground

    Great location on the North side of Sequoia

    Great location with store and restaurant a short walk away. Lake Hume not far away. Sites are normal National Forest small so no big rigs and no hookups, very popular and busy when we were there

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2021

    Inyo / Lower Grays Meadow Campground

    Beautiful mountain views

    Beautiful small campground at the foot of the mountains, easily accessed from the small town of Independence and about 45 min drive north to Bishop.  

    Campground is currently open (March), but in winter operation mode. No water, no host, no firewood, and no fees.  Campground open date is April 25, not sure when winter season starts. Price is $25 when open.

    There are toilets but they are closed at this time and there are porta potties instead.

    There are trash bins that are unlocked, but the website says that there is no trash service during the winter season so be prepared to pack out your trash if needed.

    Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring, and a bear box. Some sites have a cool rock oven/stove.  Each site has a unique configuration, some being more private and surrounded by brush, and some more out in the open.

    A really nice small creek runs behind the campground.

    We arrived on a Monday in late March and had the entire place to ourselves for a night.  The next day several other campers showed up.

    Cell service is very iffy, especially for Verizon and T-Mobile. AT&T mostly had 1-2 bars of 4G.  However, just a few miles down the road on the way to Independence there is excellent service from all carriers. 

    Really nice campground. $25 seems a bit high but this would be a great place to stay while exploring the surrounding mountains.

  • M
    Aug. 15, 2020

    Sequoia RV Ranch

    Very cool campground

    Once again we heard about this campground from friends. We had been to the 3 rivers area before to camp but had stayed at another campground. This campground is our go to if we’re camping in Three Rivers. There are creek side full hookup pull through sites, pull through full hook site, back in full hook up and tent sites with raised wooden foundation for a tent. I would recommend this campground. Also the little town of Three Rivers is pretty cool to check out. Also there are a few places to fish and swim in the nearby Kaweah River. The campground is also a good place to stay if you plan on going up to Kings Canyon National park.

  • M
    Aug. 15, 2020

    QuailValley

    Unexpected

    We heard good things about this campground from family so we decided to give it a shot. It’s about an hour and 15 minutes from our home in Bakersfield. That road off of the 65 is pretty decent as we have a 32 foot fifth wheel. As usual some sites are better than others there are some creek side sites that are very large and if there’s water are very nice. They have tent only sites as well. On our first trip we stayed in a pull through site. There is not a whole lot of space between campsites in this loop but it’s doable. They also have a stocked pond on site. However if you want to keep any of the fish caught, you have to purchase them. There are trails to hike. FYI, there is no cell reception and no provided wifi. Personally I think that’s a good thing 😬.

  • Sarah A.
    Aug. 18, 2020

    Sequoia National Forest Coy Flat Campground

    Deep forest but did not meet expectations.

    This camping ground is high up in the mountain about a 30 minute drive up and around. We drove in with a small pop up camper that fit fine but once we arrived we were very disappointed. The camping grounds are all on top of each other with very little privacy. Also there is so much fine dirt all around the concrete pad that is loose and will dirty everything you put out. Another down side is that we stayed close to the bathrooms and there was a strong foul oder and bad flies the whole time. There are zero amenities except for the toilet in the outhouse and toilet paper. We would not go back again, although we still made the most out of it. I definitely do not recommend this camp ground. Up the hill continuing on the highway and following the signs for “gas” you will find camp Nelson and that area was beautiful. If we ever came back I would be more interested in staying in that cute forest town.


Guide to Camp Nelson

Nestled in the scenic Sierra Nevada mountains, Camp Nelson, California, offers a fantastic escape for RV enthusiasts looking to enjoy nature and outdoor activities.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • At Nelson Falls RV Park, visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the area, with opportunities for hiking and wildlife watching, including daily deer sightings.
  • Rivernook Campground provides access to the Kern River, perfect for fishing, kayaking, and relaxing by the water.
  • KRS RV Resort@Camp James is located right on the Kern River, offering a variety of water activities and stunning views.

Most parks have electrical/sewer hookups

  • Sequoia RV Ranch features full hookups, making it convenient for RV travelers looking for comfort while enjoying the great outdoors.
  • Lake Isabella RV Resort offers electric hookups and sewer connections, ensuring a hassle-free camping experience.
  • Haven RV Park provides well-maintained sites with electric and sewer hookups, making it a great stop for those traveling through the area.

Some prices for RV Parks start around $117

  • Rates at Lemon Cove Village can reach up to $117 during peak times, reflecting its proximity to Sequoia National Park.
  • Lake Isabella-Kern River KOA offers competitive pricing, making it an attractive option for families and groups.
  • Deer Creek RV Park provides affordable rates, catering to budget-conscious travelers looking for a simple stay.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Camp Nelson, CA is Nelson Falls RV Park with a 5-star rating from 5 reviews.

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