Best Tent Camping near Porterville, CA

Porterville is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Porterville is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Porterville, CA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Tent Sites Near Porterville, California (31)

    2. Dispersed Camp near Sequoia National Park

    7 Reviews
    Johnsondale, CA
    25 miles

    "If you want privacy this is it. You are definitely alone."

    "This camping site is a nice free area super close to the Giants Trail entrance (5 minute drive). As you head in you go thru a little dirt road and at the end you see an opening for this site."

    3. Sequoia National Forest Belknap Campground

    6 Reviews
    Camp Nelson, CA
    25 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."

    4. Limestone Campground

    10 Reviews
    Johnsondale, CA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 376-1815

    $34 - $36 / night

    "Sites are pretty nicely spaced out and almost all sites have shade. The lsites are not as close to the river as Brush Creek campground, but still closer than Fairview, which is down the road."

    "Most sites have trees for shade. We were in one (12) that didn’t, but we moved our chairs to a shaded space between sites. The paved pad is above the area with the table and fire ring."

    5. Tulare County Balch Park Campground

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

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

    6. Camping area No. 3 (dispersed)

    3 Reviews
    Johnsondale, CA
    28 miles
    +1 (760) 549-9533

    "Plenty of space for a small trailer to maneuver.

    Highly recommend. Perfect for an off-road trailer or overland setup."

    "Please make sure to pack all your trash that is the reason it’s been closed so many people leaving toilet paper everywhere. Dig a hole and do your business in that hole only lol."

    7. Moses Gulch - State Forest

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

    8. Cold Springs Campground — Sequoia National Park

    8 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    36 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."

    9. Peppermint Campground

    1 Review
    Camp Nelson, CA
    28 miles

    10. Lower Peppermint Campground

    1 Review
    Johnsondale, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 920-0460

    "There is a creek right behind your camp and it’s so nice hearing it at night. You get to see lots of wildlife; owls, squirrels, foxes, coyotes, bears and lots of footprints of small game."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Porterville, CA

635 Reviews of 31 Porterville Campgrounds



Guide to Porterville

Nestled near Porterville, California, tent camping offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature, surrounded by towering trees and serene landscapes. With various campgrounds to choose from, outdoor enthusiasts can find the perfect spot to pitch their tents and enjoy the great outdoors.

Affordable Tent Camping Options

  • Prices for tent camping typically range from $0 to $30 per night, making it an accessible choice for budget-conscious adventurers.
  • At the Sequoia National Forest Belknap Campground, you can enjoy a beautiful setting with unique campsites and a creek running through the grounds.
  • The Lower Peppermint Campground offers free camping with the added bonus of a nearby creek, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of hiking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Porterville, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Porterville, CA is Camp or Glamp along the Tule River next to the Giant Sequoia National Monument with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

What is the best site to find tent camping near Porterville, CA?

TheDyrt.com has all 31 tent camping locations near Porterville, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.