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Horse Creek Campground near Kaweah, California provides tent and RV sites with amenities suitable for day trips to nearby equestrian trails. The campground features picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and trash collection. While Horse Creek does not have dedicated horse corrals on site, the facility accommodates larger vehicles including horse trailers in its big-rig friendly spaces. Bathrooms with showers are available, though reviews indicate maintenance issues with some facilities being temporarily closed or under repair. The campground operates seasonally and may be partially underwater during high water periods on Lake Kaweah, typically in late spring through early summer.
Proximity to Sequoia National Park makes this location convenient for riders planning day trips to park trails. Visitors should be aware that Horse Creek Campground is situated directly off the highway, creating some traffic noise and headlights at night. The surrounding foothills provide scenic views for riders exploring the area, with coyotes, various bird species, and other wildlife commonly observed. Water levels at Lake Kaweah fluctuate significantly throughout the year, affecting campground access and proximity to shorelines. During peak summer months, temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees, making spring and fall more comfortable seasons for equestrian camping. Visitors note that most campsites are situated on slopes, which may present challenges when setting up horse containment systems.
"We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms."
"The tap outside the building didn't work and neither did the water fountain. The host was not there for check-in."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Easy walk to campstore, post office, restaurant, and visitor center. Many trails close by. Very busy in summer. No reservations. Tent only loops available."
"Very quiet but some sledding and hiking activity close by. Sites are a little close to each other, but being so quiet it's not a big deal."
from $32 / night
Check Availability"Some of the sites (75, 76 etc..) look out on Lake Kaweah. It’s clean and well organized. Some highway noise."
"The sites themselves are nice, located in a grassy meadow around a reservoir This is the most grass we have seen in several months."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Typical California foothills hardpan and dead grass sites - large and able to accommodate very long combo rigs and have enough width to disconnect and park adjacent to the towable."
"There are many ways to arrive here, but the most direct and easiest is on California State Highway 180. The park is open, but the office is not, so it’s find a spot and check yourself in."
from $40 - $55 / night
Check Availability"This is one of my favorite here in sequoia national park south entrance by gen hi way. Park rangers were so helpful at the entrance and they are well organized."
"The lake isn't too cold if you want to rinse or just cool off. Plenty of tree coverage for both some shade and to hang your food."
"It’s a great spot, this pin location gets Verizon signal along with some of the higher sites if you pull off the road."
"I loved hearing the creek just 30 feet away from my campsite. The views were fantastic and the CG was near the rock formations and trails. Vault toilets clean, no water."
"Near Lone Pine, just off Whitney Portal Road, adjacent to Alabama Hills, so lots of exploring opportunities! Great dark skies for stargazing and photography."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Lone Pine Lake is your first option, about 2.8 miles from the trailhead at Whitney Portal. This is a beautiful little lake, surrounded by pines and imposing granite walls."
from $34 - $95 / night
Check Availability"It is also very close to the town of Lone Pine, which has a little market and several restaurants in case you accidentally forget anything or don’t bring enough food. The views of Mt."
"We camped at one of the walk-in sites. Enough space for the 4 of us, 2 tents, and the family pup. The parking spots are only 50 yds away and next to the restrooms."
from $34 - $81 / night
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GuideGreat for tent camping, but no pull-in or flat spots if you're sleeping in your vehicle. I slept in the equestrian campground since those were back-in sites, but if there are horses you're not allowed to do that. The hike to the base of Langley was great though!
LegendWe didn't camp here, rather we used this as the start/finish point for our 2-day hike to the summit of Mt. Langley. It was a convenient place to park, because you drive right up to the trailhead, and there are trash cans, bear boxes, and vault toilets. We stashed some extra toiletries in the bear boxes, rather than risk leaving them in the car. Toilets were pretty clean. Unfortunately, the potable water spigots were already turned off. The national forest website said they are off in the winter, but I didn't expect that already in early September. This is an equestrian campground, so there was some horse dung on the trails around the campground.
TravelerThis is a small place with very few campers. Some of the sites (75, 76 etc..) look out on Lake Kaweah. It’s clean and well organized. Some highway noise.
TravelerA good campground from late fall to mid spring. In the summer this campground gets flooded from the rising lake waters of lake kaweah, which is fine because it is blazing hot in the summer.
GuidePros: Nicely designed tent sites, plus flush toilets and (free!) showers. Absolutely gorgeous views of Kaweah Lake in the foothills of Sequoia NP. Convenient location also, as it is on the road into Sequoia; it takes about an hour to get from the campground to the park entrance. I think this campground is also a nice alternative to staying in Sequoia; it didn't seem bears were at all a concern here, while they are in the park. It was a nice alternative to tent camping alone in an area bears frequent.
Cons: Outdated facilities - the toilet/shower house was in rough shape and not really clean. There was also a steep hill to walk up to the bathhouse that had been partially washed out, so somewhat of a hazard. Additionally, one of my nights there I got no sleep whatsoever because there was a group of young guys partying all night. And it was the works - loud music, yelling, swearing, vulgar language, and because the campground is pretty open and in a valley, it echoed throughout the entire campground. Definitely one of the downsides of 'unstaffed' campgrounds that only have a host on site; these guys were breaking every apparent campground regulation and were allowed to do so. I would say one other weird thing about this campground is that they have signs that say they close the gates after 9 pm, and their exit has tire spike strips! One night I went into the nearest town for dinner, but I was stressed about getting back by 9 pm. It's probably the first campground I've ever encountered that, and it's really weird.
I'm torn on whether I'd stay here again.. maybe, if there weren't any other campgrounds in the area.
GuideBy far the best campground I've been too.
I was on campsite 044. 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. Flat ground for the tent and in no sight of other campers. Close (walking distance) to Mt Whitney Trailhead
GuideWe are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms. A number of large groups around the site which looks fun but it felt more like an urban park than being in nature.
GuideVery pleasant rv campground. Typical California foothills hardpan and dead grass sites - large and able to accommodate very long combo rigs and have enough width to disconnect and park adjacent to the towable.
We had electric service issues and camp hosts, Carlos and Luz, we on it within 20 minutes at 10:30 at night. They worked as a team and showed pride in their park.
Our 4 night stay was pleasant - the park is very quiet and road noise minimal. Water, power and sewer as advertised. If tent or dry camping, showers at the office building.
GuideAbsolutely loved Kings Canyon! Nice sites however not many are level. Lots of bathrooms but no showers. Easy walk to campstore, post office, restaurant, and visitor center. Many trails close by. Very busy in summer. No reservations. Tent only loops available.
Horse Creek Campground sits in the foothills near Lake Kaweah at approximately 700 feet elevation. Water levels fluctuate dramatically throughout the year, affecting campsite availability with portions underwater during spring runoff. Temperatures in summer months regularly exceed 100°F, making spring and fall more comfortable for equestrian activities in the area.
Explore backcountry trails: Riders seeking more remote experiences can access trails near Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites where overnight camping is permitted. "Great site to get to after a short (semi difficult) hike. If you want to head off into other parts of the backcountry (or are coming back) this is a great calm and serene area with fantastic scenery," notes Elliott B.
Wildlife viewing: The foothills provide excellent opportunities for wildlife observation beyond the campground. At Azalea Campground in nearby Kings Canyon, visitors report diverse wildlife encounters. "Predators: Coyotes, rattlesnakes, meat bees (bring cheap canned meat to set out during the day and they will leave you alone for the most part). Cool Wildlife: Various birds, though I was never able to get a good enough look to identify them. There were also bats at night that really helped with the bug problem," reports Brittney J. at Horse Creek.
Fishing opportunities: Anglers can access fishing spots at Lake Kaweah when water levels permit. "We stayed here last May and was fully mesmerized by the view of the lake and the mountains. Nights were equally gorgeous as we watched all the stars," shares Tadd N. from Horse Creek Campground.
Spacious campsites: Visitors appreciate the size of camping areas. "Sites are big and well spaced from each other. No hook up but fresh water and a dump station are available at the campground," notes Rob E. at Horse Creek Campground.
Stargazing conditions: The area provides excellent night sky viewing opportunities away from major light pollution. "The stargazing is beautiful. There is some limited light pollution emanating from the other side of the foothills, but because you are surrounded by foothills you get some good, dark surroundings to really appreciate the stars," shares a camper.
Seasonal ranger programs: Summer visitors benefit from educational opportunities. "During the summer months the Rangers put on a Campfire program at the campground every Saturday evening," mentions Rob E. at Horse Creek Campground, providing added value for weekend visitors.
Unpredictable bathroom facilities: Multiple reviewers note maintenance issues with restrooms. "The central restrooms/showers have been non-operational for over a year based on the maintenance log of the porta potty. While the porta potty was well maintained, there were no hand wash stations or anything to make up for the loss of sinks and showers," reports Brittney J. from Sequoia RV Park.
Extreme heat management: During peak summer months, temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees. "We visited this camp late July 2022, hot temperatures although nice breeze. Google map is not updated/accurate since it shows lake bend is closer to campsites which is not. The drought have made it too far to my liking," says fabricio M.
Site selection challenges: Many campsites feature significant slopes. "Nearly every campsite has a major hill, so most will not have a good flat area for a tent. Site 61 is flat and a couple of others have flatter grounds, but many will have you sleeping on an angle," warns a reviewer.
Plan for shade access: Sites with natural shade are limited and valuable during hot months. "While most other sites had trees or an aluminum awning to provide some sort of shade, Site 61 had nothing. Thankfully, we planned for that, but definitely worth mentioning for other campers. Most sites on the inside of the loop had good tree coverage," recommends Brittney J.
Water level awareness: Lake proximity varies dramatically by season. "We stayed here for a couple nights, the warm weather has been quite appreciated. No wind either. Lots are spacious and all have a great view. Supposedly the lake is full up to here at other times in the year. For now it's quite the ways but you can see it far off near the dam," reports Cliff K. from California Horse Creek.
Alternative camping seasons: Consider visiting during non-summer months for more comfortable temperatures. "We went up on a Thursday and I am glad we did. If you go up on Friday you will be fighting for a spot and Good luck finding an opening on Saturday. This is a no reservation site and runs 18 dollars a night," suggests Jimmy W. from Azalea Campground.
Hookup limitations: Most sites near Kaweah offer basic services with limited electrical options. "Lots of room to get around. Grassy large spots with full hook ups. Close to King Canyon and other attractions," notes Rick L. at Sequoia RV Park.
Alternative campgrounds: When Horse Creek facilities are unavailable, consider nearby options. "We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms. A number of large groups around the site which looks fun but it felt more like an urban park than being in nature," shares Jim M.
Early arrival recommended: Competition for RV sites increases throughout the weekend. "From Facebook review on Feb 26, 2020 by George K: 'The best thing about Sequoia RV Park is the couple who manage it. Luz and Carlos are just a pleasure to be around- they are super helpful and always ready to chat or give advice or recommendations,'" notes a Sequoia RV Park review.
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