Tenmile Campground, near Sequoia National Forest, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without breaking the bank. This place offers free dispersed camping, so you can pitch your tent or park your RV among the towering sequoias and enjoy the great outdoors.

The campground is known for its spacious sites, complete with fire rings for cozy evenings under the stars. Visitors have mentioned the fun of watching wildlife, like a herd of cows nearby, which adds a unique touch to your camping experience. There's also a creek just a short walk away, perfect for a refreshing dip or a little fishing.

While you won't find amenities like showers or toilets here, many campers appreciate the rustic charm and the chance to disconnect. As one happy camper put it, “Camping among the giants sequoia trees was incredible!” Plus, if you're up for some hiking, the nearby trails offer stunning views and a chance to explore the beauty of the national park. Just remember to secure your food, as bears are known to roam the area.

So, if you're ready for a back-to-basics camping adventure surrounded by nature's giants, Tenmile Campground is calling your name.

## 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. 
## 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 (559) 745-4209. 
## 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.

Tenmile Campground

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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! 



Camping among the giants 

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!

Awesome spot!

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&amp;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).

Awesome free camping for Sequoia/kings canyon

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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