Established Camping
Sequoia National Forest Hume Lake Campground
Sequoia National Forest Hume Lake Campground, near Sequoia National Park, is a picturesque spot that offers a blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities. With its stunning lake views and shaded areas, it’s a great place to unwind and soak in the scenery.
The campground features spacious sites, many of which are conveniently located near the lake, making it easy to enjoy swimming, fishing, or just relaxing by the water. Visitors have noted the presence of bear boxes at each site, ensuring that food storage is safe and secure. As one camper mentioned, “The campgrounds had a variety of tree shaded areas and some pretty large spots near the lake.”
For those looking to explore, the area is perfect for hiking and swimming, with trails leading to breathtaking views of the surrounding forest. The nearby Hume Christian Camp offers additional amenities, including a market and coffee shop, which campers have found handy.
While some campers have pointed out that the drive in can be steep and the sites can feel a bit close together, the overall atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. With flush toilets and easy access to nature, Hume Lake Campground is a solid choice for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors in a beautiful setting.
Description
Overview
Hume Lake Campground is a popular facility along Hume Lake, one of Sequoia National Forest's most visited destinations. The area offers seasonal recreational opportunities, including fishing, canoeing, hiking, biking, and swimming.
Recreation
Hume Lake is a year-round recreation destination. During warmer months, visitors can enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking and mountain biking. During the winter, the area is popular for snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling.
Facilities
Hume Lake is a year-round recreation destination. During warmer months, visitors can enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking and mountain biking. During the winter, the area is popular for snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling.
Natural Features
The campground is situated among towering Incense Cedars and Ponderosa Pines on the northern end of Hume Lake, which was built to support a long-ago commercial logging operation. It once supplied water to the longest lumber flume transporting logs to the Central Valley. The elevation is 5,250 feet.Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, is named for the Giant Sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest's lower slopes. The forest comprises about 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.
Nearby Attractions
Bearskin Grove offers the rare opportunity to photograph an entire mature sequoia in one frame. Hiking through the grove, visitors will find a mix of young and old sequoias, including about 50 trees that measure over 6 feet in diameter. Take Tenmile Road (Forest Road 13S09) to Forest Road 13S02, then 13S98 to enter the grove. Visitors enjoy making day trips to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks and Giant Sequoia National Monument.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (559) 745-4209.
Location
Sequoia National Forest Hume Lake Campground is located in California
Directions
In Dunlap, CA, at intersection of Kings Canyon (State Rt. 180) and Dunlap Rd., take Rt. 180 east 16.5 miles to Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks entrance booth. Continue straight on Rt. 180 for 1.6 miles to an intersection and a Sequoia National Park sign. Again, continue straight on Rt. 180 for 7.6 miles to a "Y" intersection and Hume Lake sign. Bear right onto Hume Rd. and go 3.1 miles to another "Y" intersection. Bear left onto Forest Rt. 13S24 and go 0.3 miles to campground
Coordinates
36.79472081 N
118.90472055 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires