Best Glamping near Olancha, CA

Whitney Portal and Sequoia National Forest Quaking Aspen Campground near Olancha offer unique glamping experiences in California's scenic Eastern Sierra region. Both destinations feature cabin and yurt accommodations that provide comfort while immersing guests in natural surroundings. Whitney Portal serves as the gateway to Mount Whitney treks, while Quaking Aspen Campground sits amidst the towering sequoias of Sequoia National Forest. One visitor noted, "The campsite was kept very clean and well organized, with an abundance of information about the hike to the top and surrounding areas." The glamping sites include picnic tables, fire rings with available firewood, and trash collection services, elevating the outdoor experience beyond traditional camping. Some accommodations include comfortable bedding and basic amenities while maintaining the rustic charm of the forest setting.

The Eastern Sierra landscape surrounding these glamping destinations offers exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities. From Whitney Portal, glampers can explore the Alabama Hills, fish in stocked mountain streams, or attempt the challenging Mount Whitney summit trail. The area features spectacular waterfalls and alpine vistas that change dramatically with the seasons. According to a camper, "It feels like every campsite is its own little mountain. It's so desolate and quiet here, definitely for those that want to be completely submersed in nature." Quaking Aspen Campground provides access to forest trails and meadows for nature enthusiasts. Both locations operate seasonally, with Whitney Portal typically open from April to October and Quaking Aspen available from late May through early October. Advance reservations are strongly recommended during peak summer months when these luxury outdoor accommodations fill quickly.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Olancha, California (20)

1. Whitney Portal
30 Reviews
Alabama Hills, CA
25 miles
Website
+1 (760) 937-6070
$34 - $95 / night
"Had a wonderful time exploring the area of the Alabama Hills below and was a wonderful campsite to beat the heat of the valley, at that time was over 100 degrees."

"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."
2. Diaz Lake Campground
15 Reviews
Alabama Hills, CA
20 miles
Website
+1 (760) 873-5577
$14 - $35 / night
"This is a great driving reprieve from traveling along the 395! A lovely little lake surrounded by giant oak trees that offer lots of nice shade to spend time resting."

"This is a small lake and they limit the number of motorboats to 25, which is about 20 too many in my estimation. "

3. Troy Meadow Campground
3 Reviews
Johnsondale, CA
19 miles
Website
"We arrived on Sunday afternoon. The weekend crowd was moving out. We had the campground A Loop to ourselves. Really nice to be out of the Valley heat."

"Very beautiful well kept supposedly it had just opened an hour or two before I arrived after being closed for two years. Great campground"
4. Sequoia National Forest Quaking Aspen Campground
10 Reviews
Camp Nelson, CA
32 miles
Website
+1 (559) 539-5230
$34 - $233 / night
"It was very clean and there is a bunkbed with two full size beds and another separate full size bed. The bathrooms were also kept very clean."

"We arrived on a Sunday and there were first come first serve campgrounds available. We stayed one night but there were plenty of spots to choose from."

5. KRS RV Resort@Camp James
14 Reviews
Kernville, CA
42 miles
Website
+1 (760) 376-6119
$39 - $340 / night
"All sites are well kept, with access to clean bathrooms and coin operated showers. Staff is friendly and available when needed. Prices are a tad high but expected with a clean upscale Campground."

"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."
6. Onion Valley
8 Reviews
Seven Pines, CA
40 miles
Website
+1 (760) 937-6070
$31 / night
"Even if you are just going to day hike, it provides access to incredible country. "

"Lots of cool hikes nearby, including waterfalls and the Kearsarge Pass. The views are unreal. It gets cold at night so make sure you come prepared."

7. Minietta Road
3 Reviews
Darwin, CA
36 miles
"I prepared enough food and stuff to camp in the RV about nearly 2 days. A family of 4 loved the so peaceful night there block blast."
8. Camp Three Campground
6 Reviews
Kernville, CA
41 miles
Website
+1 (760) 376-1815
$34 - $147 / night
"there is only one place for trash upon exit), but every site has a beautiful view of the mountainside and the stars, and if you get one of the good sites along the river, you're a few steps from the best"

"Camp 3 is a good location if you can book it quickly outside of the Summer months."

9. Redwood Meadow
5 Reviews
Johnsondale, CA
39 miles
Website
+1 (559) 539-5230
$34 - $106 / night
"However, it is located directly across from the trailhead to the Trail of 100 Giants, a 1/2 mile walking tour of some of the biggest trees Sequoia has to offer."

"We arrived very late at night so no one was working but was able to grab a spot by booking at the front drop off pillar - u just fill out the paperwork and add cash in it and drop it in the pillar."
10. Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites
2 Reviews
Three Rivers, CA
35 miles
Website
"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."

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Niko L.
Guide
May. 5, 2025
Emigrant Campground — Death Valley National Park
Good free camping next to a road
Stayed probably 10 nights here this season between February and May. It can fill up quickly in the afternoon or evening, so plan to arrive early and, if going out to play, leave something to indicate your site is occupied.

This is tent only but I’ve slept in my small truck camper here and many sleep in vans or vehicles. I’ve seen quite a few small RVs here too.

Water is not potable year round, will be deemed not potable and/or shut off mid-May per convo with NPS employee. Fill at Stovepipe, Panamint, or elsewhere in summer. Showers, pool, WiFi available 10-ish miles away at Stovepipe for $10. No cell service at camp. Spotty 3G at Stovepipe.

Bathrooms are clean with no noticeable mold. Site can get VERY windy. Take care of your stuff. I’ve saved multiple tents here that weren’t properly secured while their owners were out for the day.

No shade here and the road can be loud. Traffic fumes can also be a factor, depending on wind direction, for those who are sensitive when people using the rest stop leave their rigs idling.

Overall, I recommend this spot as a single night or two but not for much more than that. It’s a great base close to showers but far enough out of the busier campgrounds and crowds.
Sam M.
Legend
Oct. 30, 2018
Buckeye Flat Campground — Sequoia National Park
trees trees trees
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. I think there can be fire restrictions in the summer since it can get so dry, so just be aware of that. As far as places go, it wasn't too pricey. I think we paid about $20 a night. There are bathrooms with running water, and the sites have picnic tables and fire rings. Each site also has storage lockers for your food, so be sure to lock it up in order to keep the bears from getting into it.

As for stuff to do around here, you obviously have to check out the trees. Go look at General Sherman and all the other Sequoia trees. They're so amazing and honestly it humbles you a little. Also check out Moro Rock Trail. The view from the top is amazing. You'll also probably see a fair amount of wildlife while you're hiking around, so be careful of the bears. Out of all my trips to California, I've seen the most bears here in Sequoia. They are super cool creatures, just keep a respectful distance and of course don't feed them.
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Dave M.
Traveler
Apr. 9, 2017
Whitney Portal
Whitney Portal great way to beat the valley heat
Had a wonderful time exploring the area of the Alabama Hills below and was a wonderful campsite to beat the heat of the valley, at that time was over 100 degrees. The stream was flowing and had just been load with fish, the campground was open and as well as the store/restaurant. The Burger and Beer was a welcome site after a week in the sierras, the big surprise was breakfast, the single pancake was big enough to feed three people. Do not order the short stack unless you have an army of people to feed. The campsite was kept very clean and well organized, firewood for campfires and an abundance of information about the hike to the top and surrounding areas.
Gabby G.
Guide
Jul. 27, 2021
Whitney Portal
Amazing
By 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
Beau B.
Guide
Aug. 12, 2018
Whitney Portal
Whitney Portal in March
Great camp ground. no running water that time of year. Toilets were clean and bear boxes were easily accessible.
Ricky S.
Guide
Jul. 31, 2022
Lake Isabella-Kern River KOA
Good camp to park & explore
Overall nice site with full hookups & wi-fi/cell. Had a nice shade tree but it can be real sunny without one. Laundry right on site! Close to lake Isabella and all of the Kern. Great for last minute reservations too, online booking works
Kate
Guide
Sep. 21, 2024
Emigrant Campground — Death Valley National Park
free, quiet campground
no one else was there when we arrived later in the evening though we only camped for one night at the end of summer. no one else ever showed up either. just a few cars drove by every now and then. we were exhausted so we just opened a couple windows to the car rather than set up our tent. toilets were within walking distance/next to the parking lot but closed due to bees. port-a-potties were available instead. at night, the stars were absolutely beautiful. it was pretty hot but by opening the car windows and using some battery powered fans, we managed!
Vanessa H.
Guide
Aug. 15, 2020
Redwood Meadow
Busy daily traffic but clean
Stayed here on July 4th weekend. Campground is small and there was plenty of day traffic to the Trail of 100 giants across the road. No running water and has pit toilets but camp hosts kept them VERY clean and they were very helpful and managed the crowds well. Definitely have to drive around to hunt for some water to hangout in/by. I usually stay on the eastern Sierra side but thought I’d give the western Sierra a go. Not sure I’d stay again but it’s a good spot if your passing by and need a place to stay on way to your destination.
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Ashley S.
Guide
Jul. 6, 2020
Redwood Meadow
Perfect for a night or two
The camp hosts, Michelle and Darren were wonderful. Kept things clean and were on top of managing the campground. I only give this three stars because there was no running water and the location was quiet but there wasn’t much to do unless you’re an avid hiker. There was no cell service with Verizon but that’s why we get away right? It was directly across from the trail of 100 giants which was highly trafficked every day. We stayed in site 9 and if you have a back in trailer, you may want to drive in the wrong direction to be able to angle things properly. Overall nice campground and enjoyed exploring this little piece of heaven.