RV camping near Hume, California provides access to high-elevation forests with campgrounds ranging from 6,600 to 8,200 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during the day while dropping to 45-55°F at night. Many campgrounds in this region experience limited cellular connectivity, with best reception found at lower elevations near Three Rivers and Sanger.
What to do
Trail access: Camping at Sequoia RV Ranch positions visitors 8 miles from Sequoia National Park entrance. "The greatest part was the proximity to Sequoia/Kings Canyon (8 miles to the entrance). Would definitely stay again should we visit the parks in the future," notes one visitor who stayed at site 26 along the small river.
Fishing opportunities: The Kaweah River near Three Rivers offers accessible fishing spots for campers. "There are a few places to fish and swim in the nearby Kaweah River," reports a visitor who found the campground to be their "go to if camping in Three Rivers."
Local exploration: The town of Three Rivers provides additional activities for campers. "The little town of Three Rivers is pretty cool to check out," mentions one camper, who also noted the campground serves as "a good place to stay if you plan on going up to Kings Canyon National park."
Mountain biking: Wishon Village RV Resort offers access to mountain biking trails at 6,800 feet elevation. "There are many activities available from this campground. Hiking, mountain bike riding, Jeep trails (Dusy-Ershim Trail), and fishing," notes a visitor who traveled with a group of Class A RVs ranging from 34 to 43 feet.
What campers like
Swimming areas: Natural swimming holes provide relief during warmer months. "There was a really nice swimming hole that we did not test out in March," commented a visitor at Sequoia RV Ranch who appreciated that the campground was "easy and quick to Sequoia and a coffee shop and brewery just down the road!"
Clean facilities: Nelson Falls RV Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. "The bathrooms had flush toilets and hot showers that were very CLEAN. That is usually very hard to find when you are camping! The entire campsite was clean and well maintained," wrote one camper who stayed for a single night.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds offer opportunities to observe local wildlife. "Saw deer in and around the campground almost daily," noted a visitor to Nelson Falls RV Park who described it as a "beautiful and quiet little campground with sequoia trees all around."
Spacious sites: Kings River RV Resort features well-sized camping areas. "Spots are wide and clean. Our spot had some shade. The spots on either side of us had a bit more," observed a camper who appreciated the peaceful atmosphere during a Monday night stay.
What you should know
Elevation impacts: Higher elevation campgrounds require planning. The drive to Wishon Village RV Resort "starts with a long climb to Shaver Lake. Past Shaver Lake the road becomes windy for the remainder of the drive. Expect at least a 40+ minute drive from the Shaver lake turn off," advises a visitor who noted their group of Class A RVs needed 50 amp service but "it will rarely be needed because of the elevation of 6800 feet."
Seasonal availability: Courtright Reservoir (8,200 feet) opens later than Wishon Reservoir (6,600 feet), affecting fishing plans. "Rainbow and German Browns can be caught," notes a visitor familiar with both reservoirs.
Connectivity challenges: Cell service varies significantly by location. "Zero Cell coverage (we took that as a good thing), but make sure to download your google map," advises a Nelson Falls RV Park visitor who noted "Starlink worked perfect, though there was wifi available."
Insect awareness: Bee activity increases during summer months. A visitor to Wishon Village reported, "Make sure to bring bee bags. There were a ton of meat bees!" at their August visit to site 96.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Riverbend RV Park offers multiple recreation areas. "Place has grass, dog park, lots of kids play areas, adults game areas, fishing pond, creek and river next to property is very pretty. We really enjoyed it," reports a visitor who explored Sequoia and Kings Canyon while staying at the park.
Entertainment options: Some campgrounds provide recreational facilities for children. "We had 2 families with 4 kids under 5 years old. They rode bikes, played in the river and ran around until they crashed every night," shared a visitor to Sequoia RV Ranch.
Educational opportunities: Sequoia National Park provides learning experiences for families. "We ventured out to Sequoia National Park only a few miles away, the views were amazing, and there was so much to do. Picturesque, serene and pretty quiet," noted a family whose experience at Sequoia RV Ranch led them to commit "We WILL be booking there again, great place!"
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Lemon Cove Village requires preparation for uneven surfaces. "Extremely unlevel sites. You will need to use every leveling block you own," cautions one RVer who visited the campground.
Electrical considerations: Verify electrical service reliability. One camper at Sequoia RV Ranch experienced "issues with low voltage from the electric post on site 6 which caused our RV's electrical system to cycle on and off every minute or two. The onsite techs diagnosed an issue with the city-supplied power and mentioned sites 1 through 10 had issues with power, mostly on the weekends."
Site selection strategy: For larger RVs at Wishon Village, specific sites provide better accommodation. "We have a 35 foot 5th wheel and the spots we like here are 37, 50-52, 38-41. We haven't stayed in any other sites so I'm not sure how they are for bigger trailers," advises a repeat visitor who considered Wishon "our favorite spot."
Pull-through availability: Many RV parks offer pull-through sites for easier parking. "Love the pull thru sites. We have a 34 foot 5th wheel and it was easy to get into these spots. Some spots don't have full hookups so look before you book your spot," recommends a visitor to Lemon Cove Village.
