Visalia-Sequoia National Park KOA provides glamping accommodations close to Stratford, California, approximately 45 miles northeast in the San Joaquin Valley. This location sits at an elevation of 331 feet in a region known for hot, dry summers and mild winters with seasonal fog. The campground operates year-round with tent sites situated on grass patches amid predominately RV-focused facilities.
What to do
River activities at Kings River: Lindy's Landing and Campground offers direct access to Kings River with newly constructed piers and a beach area. "There are a couple of new looking piers out into the river and a very nice beach. It was a dry time of year so the river was down and the lagoon was dry," notes a camper at Lindy's Landing and Campground.
Day trips to Sequoia National Park: While the Visalia KOA isn't adjacent to the national park, it serves as a base camp for exploration. "This KOA is a good stopover for people on their way to Yosemite or Sequoia National Park. There's not much around the campsite except for homes but the place has all you need," explains a visitor at Visalia-Sequoia National Park KOA.
Explore local towns: The Stratford area provides access to nearby communities with services. "Not much food stores nearby," notes one camper about the surrounding area, indicating visitors should stock up on supplies before arrival.
What campers like
Swimming options during summer months: When temperatures rise in the Central Valley, pool access becomes valuable. "The pool was nice and we had no issues with the camp site or the hookups," shares a visitor who stayed for a week during July.
Convenience to highways: For travelers passing through the region, location matters. "Not near Sequoia but very convenient to freeway," mentions a camper who found the Visalia KOA suitable for a night's stay while in transit.
Shade trees at select campgrounds: In this hot region, tree cover provides relief. "This time it was very green, very shady, and well kept," reports a return visitor to Lindy's Landing who noted significant improvements over their previous visit years earlier.
What you should know
Distance to major attractions: Despite name implications, some campgrounds aren't as close to national parks as they sound. "We planned on spending most of that week in the Sequoias and King's Canyon, a little disappointing to find that it is quite a drive to get to the parks. The name is deceiving but our bad for not researching more before booking," cautions one Visalia-Sequoia National Park KOA visitor.
Limited amenities at some sites: Facilities vary significantly between campgrounds. "The park is a couple swings in a sand pit, there seems to be a lot of permanent residents, the water supply in each site is topped with a sprinkler to water the grass in the sites," explains a visitor who felt one night was sufficient.
Seasonal considerations: Water levels fluctuate significantly in this region. "It was a dry time of year so the river was down and the lagoon was dry," notes a camper, indicating that water recreation options may be limited during certain periods.
Tips for camping with families
Verify playground conditions: Recreation options for children vary widely between campgrounds. "The playground is a couple swings and a kiddie slide," reports one visitor, suggesting families bring additional entertainment for children.
Consider pool availability: Swimming facilities don't operate year-round at all locations. "There's a pool but it's closed from Oct to May," notes a camper at Visalia KOA, important information for families planning off-season visits.
Investigate space constraints: Site dimensions affect comfort levels for families with multiple tents or equipment. "Campsites are very small," cautions a visitor at Lindy's Landing and Campground, noting additional constraints like "water available at all tent campsites" but "almost no shade" in certain areas.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling considerations: RV campers report varying experiences with site preparation. "The sites were level left to right," notes one RVer, though suggesting the overall experience was merely adequate.
Maneuverability challenges: Larger RVs face specific constraints at some campgrounds. "We have a 35 foot 5th wheel and they put us on the far end where it was hard to turn. It took a lot of turning and backing up to get into this spot. The spot had a huge concrete barrier so people wouldn't drive up on the sand area," warns an RVer who found parking difficult despite being told their rig would fit "no problem."
Hookup reliability: Full-service sites offer convenience but quality varies. "If you have a long fifth wheel or RV this place is perfect pull through parking full hook up," shares a satisfied camper at Lindy's Landing, where infrastructure accommodates larger vehicles despite other limitations.
