Best Tent Camping near Lemon Cove, CA

Looking for the best campgrounds near Lemon Cove, CA? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Lemon Cove campgrounds just for you. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Lemon Cove and user-submitted reviews.

Best Tent Sites Near Lemon Cove, California (47)

    1. Buckeye Flat Campground — Sequoia National Park

    4 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3714

    $22 / night

    "This is a really cool little campground near the entrance of Sequoia National Park. The sites are tent only, so no hookups or anything like that. Pretty nice sites though, a lot of space."

    "Great camping spot, dogs allowed on leash. Clean restrooms. Respectful neighbors. Would come back!"

    2. Cold Springs Campground — Sequoia National Park

    8 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3341

    $32 / night

    "To access the campground, you drive across a bridge and locate the camp site that you want (first-come, first-served). Tent camping only."

    "Recommend getting a site not directly by the bathrooms because they are vault toilets and the smell tends to drift."

    3. Dunlap canyon retreat

    7 Reviews
    Dunlap, CA
    25 miles
    +1 (408) 761-2610

    $40 - $150 / night

    "Just 25 minute drive to the entrance of National Park.  But did enjoy staying in campground with nice walking trails around the property and peaceful pond to canoe. "

    "He is super attentive and friendly without being in your face, he strikes the perfect balance between helpful and respectful of your privacy. Great place!"

    4. Atwell Mill Campground — Sequoia National Park

    2 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3341

    $32 / night

    "This primitive campground is amazing! There were hardly any people and some fellow campers told us it wasn’t even crowded on Memorial Day weekend."

    "There are still a couple sequoias nearby that you can hike right up to, but even cooler are the giant stumps left over that you can right next to."

    6. Tulare County Balch Park Campground

    1 Review
    Camp Nelson, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 539-3896

    "Plenty of beginner trails and historical trees that seem have been there forever and always will be"

    7. Weaver Lake Trail Campsites

    3 Reviews
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA
    26 miles

    "Maybe this is just a Southern Californian desert rat talking, but there is something very satisfying about hiking in and having a water source at your first night’s location."

    "Easy 3-4 mile hike to beautiful weaver lake. Camp sites are spread out through out the side of the lake. Even spots with no amenities but an awesome lake."

    8. Moses Gulch - State Forest

    2 Reviews
    Camp Nelson, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 539-2321

    9. Crystal Springs Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    3 Reviews
    Hume, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3341

    $50 / night

    "Camp ground was very easy to find, very spacious, picnic table, pit fire, restrooms are not too far & not too close to any site, flushing toilets and showers are not too far away located next to the"

    "Great camp sites. we got in at 10pm and were still able to find a free site. it is so close to the General Grant so we didn’t have to get in the car, we just made it a long hike."

    10. Sequoia National Forest Belknap Campground

    6 Reviews
    Camp Nelson, CA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 539-5230

    $34 - $36 / night

    "Nice trails to explore. Husband caught a nice trout. There’s a decent swimming hole. Vault toilets. A few water spigots scattered throughout the campground."

    "Beautiful drive up campground with a really friendly camp host. Vault toilets, but the cleanest vault toilets I’ve used in CA. River runs through the camp and there’s a little swimming hole."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Lemon Cove, CA

681 Reviews of 47 Lemon Cove Campgrounds



Guide to Lemon Cove

Tent camping near Lemon Cove, California, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the stunning landscapes of the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Tent campers should check out Cold Springs Campground

  • Located in Sequoia National Park, Cold Springs Campground provides a serene environment with access to breathtaking hiking trails and the East Fork of the Kaweah River.
  • This campground allows pets and features fire rings for cozy campfires, making it a great spot for families and friends.
  • With vault toilets and potable water available, campers can enjoy a comfortable stay while being surrounded by towering sequoias.

Tips for tent camping near Lemon Cove

  • Be prepared for a winding drive to Atwell Mill Campground, which is nestled in a beautiful grove of sequoias and offers a peaceful atmosphere with ample space between sites.
  • Arrive early to secure a spot at Buckeye Flat Campground, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis and features picnic tables and fire rings for your convenience.
  • Remember to bring your own firewood and food supplies, as Dunlap Canyon Retreat does not have a market on-site, but offers a lovely pond and clean facilities.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Explore the stunning hiking trails accessible from Cold Springs Campground, where breathtaking views and diverse wildlife await.
  • Enjoy a refreshing dip in the river at Buckeye Flat Campground, which also provides access to scenic spots for fishing and relaxing.
  • Take advantage of the nearby hang gliding opportunities at Dunlap Canyon Retreat, where you can also enjoy peaceful walks around the property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Lemon Cove, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Lemon Cove, CA is Buckeye Flat Campground — Sequoia National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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