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Tenmile Campground

Sequoia National Forest encompasses Tenmile Campground, a US Forest Service facility that operates seasonally from Memorial Day through September. Located near Hume, this established campground accommodates RVs up to 40 feet and offers water hookups at sites ranging from $36-75 per night. The access road can be rough, requiring careful navigation to reach the forested setting.

The campground sits among giant sequoia trees with nearby creek access. Emily T. notes there's "a creek running behind our campground which was an easy (less than 10 minute) walk that had a natural rock slide into the water." Fishing opportunities exist at Hume Lake, while the creek provides cooling relief during warmer months. Sites feature picnic tables and fire rings, with campfires permitted during the season.

Cell service is limited throughout the area, particularly AT&T coverage. Wildlife includes bears, making proper food storage essential. Some reviewers mention cattle in the vicinity. The campground host provides assistance with site selection and local information. Pets are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.

Tenmile works well for RV campers seeking hookups within the national forest, though the rough access road may challenge some vehicles. The seasonal operation and elevation make it suitable for summer camping among the sequoias.

Description

Overview

Ten Mile Campground is a primitive campground located 5 miles from Hume Lake on Tenmile Road. A stream runs through the campground.Nearby Hume Lake is one of Sequoia National Forest's most visited destinations. The area offers year-round recreational opportunities, including fishing, canoeing, hiking, biking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Recreation

Nearby 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

The campground offers single and double-family campsites, picnic tables, campfire rings and bearlockers are provided, as are vault toilets.

Natural Features

The campground is adjacent to Ten Mile Creek, a creek popular with anglers and hunters and dwarfed by towering Sequoia and Ponderosa pines at an elevation of 5,294 feet.Sequoia National Forest is located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California and 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 Grizzly Falls.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

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 six feet in diameter. Take Tenmile Road (Forest Road 13S09) to Forest Road 13S02, then 13S98 to enter the grove. Places like Hume Lake, Boyden Cavern, and Princess Meadow are nearby summer recreation opportunities.Visitors enjoy making day trips to nearby Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks and Giant Sequoia National Monument.

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Location

Public Campground

Tenmile Campground is located in California

Directions

From Fresno, take Highway 180 east to the Park entrance, turn right on Generals Highway. Turn left on Ten Mile Road, campground approximately five miles on left.

Address

36.75456733868434, -118.89118257153768
CA

Coordinates

36.753452 N
118.894138 W

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Drive Time

2 hrs 5 min from Fresno, CA
2 hrs 17 min from Visalia, CA
2 hrs 29 min from Hanford, CA
2 hrs 50 min from Merced, CA

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Many campers appreciated the spacious, free dispersed sites among sequoia trees with basic amenities like fire rings and vault toilets. Visitors often highlighted the quiet atmosphere and helpful hosts, making it popular as a base for exploring nearby parks.

matt B.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 17, 2024

Ron is a gem.

Ron, the host, is a gem. Went here because we wanted at least a vault toilet. Nothing was free at the national parks reservation-wise, they were logging in Sequoia so its first come first serves were unavailable on 5/15 and some of the park was closed, and we wanted not to be kicked out of Sequoia and Kings Canyon for boondocking. Has single, double, and walk in tent camp sites, no water.

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Jillian

Guide

Reviewed May. 26, 2021

Awesome free camping for Sequoia/kings canyon

Free dispersed camping in sequoia national forest. I got there at around 5 on a Sunday and quickly got a spot. There was a fire pit but also a fire band going on. No at&t cell reception which is true for most of the surrounding national forest/park land. People were listening to music but it wasn’t too loud and they stopped when it got later. No showers or anything obviously but they do have showers in the nearby parks seasonally. Great spot to use as a base for hiking, make sure to lock up your food because there is bears (though I didn’t see any).

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Mandy

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Reviewed Sep. 11, 2020

Awesome spot!

Free dispersed camping! The site we pulled into was so big and spacious. There was a man made fire ring with plenty of log seating around it. A big boulder and a long torn down tree separated us from a heard of wild cows. It was fun to watch them. It was one of the first spots after pulling off the road so we often got cars driving thru to check out the area. It was very quiet and private. There were several other spots up the path a little more but from what we saw, we liked ours the best!

Emily T.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 6, 2019

Camping among the giants

Ten mile campground was an incredible place to camp among the giants sequoia trees! There was a creek running behind our campground which was an easy (less than 10 minute) walk that had a natural rock slide into the water... perfect to cool off in. Fishing at Hume lake was relaxing. We drove to the visitor’s center for tips on the best hikes and they were very helpful. Definitely will go back!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do reviews say about camping at Ten Mile Campground?

Ten Mile Campground offers a genuine wilderness experience with free dispersed camping among giant sequoia trees. The sites are notably spacious with fire rings and log seating. A creek with a natural rock slide is accessible within a 10-minute walk, perfect for cooling off. Visitors appreciate the resident campground host, Ron, who enhances the experience. There's no cell reception (AT&T specifically mentioned), and the area occasionally has fire bans in effect. Wildlife sightings include wild cows roaming near the camping areas. The campground serves as a good alternative when nearby national parks are fully booked.

Where is Ten Mile Campground located in Sequoia National Forest?

Ten Mile Campground is located in Sequoia National Forest, offering free dispersed camping among giant sequoia trees. The campground is positioned near a creek that's just a short walk (less than 10 minutes) from the camping area. It's situated close enough to Hume Lake to allow for fishing trips. The location provides a wilderness experience with natural features like boulders and fallen trees, while still being accessible from the main forest road.

Is there a map available for Ten Mile Campground?

While there isn't specific information about an official map for Ten Mile Campground, visitors can obtain maps from the Sequoia National Forest visitor centers or ranger stations. For planning purposes, it's advisable to check the USFS website for Sequoia National Forest maps that include the Ten Mile area. Visitors should consider downloading offline maps before arrival as cell reception is limited, with no AT&T service reported in the area.

What do visitor photos show about Ten Mile Campground facilities?

Photos of Ten Mile Campground showcase spacious dispersed camping sites nestled among giant sequoia trees. The facilities appear minimal but functional, with man-made fire rings surrounded by log seating at some sites. Large boulders and fallen trees create natural boundaries between camping areas. A creek with a natural rock slide is visible, offering a cooling spot during hot weather. The images highlight the rustic, undeveloped nature of this free camping area with vault toilets as the primary amenity.

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