Wishon Campground, near Sequoia National Forest, is a solid choice for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying some rustic camping. With its picturesque setting among towering trees and close proximity to a river, it offers a peaceful escape for families and friends alike.

The campground features picnic tables and fire pits at each site, making it easy to gather around for meals and stories. Visitors have noted the clean facilities, including vault toilets and bear lockers, which help keep your food safe from wildlife. As one camper put it, “You can hear the river from the campground and even when it's full, there is enough space to feel like you have privacy.”

For outdoor enthusiasts, the area is a playground of hiking trails and swimming holes, perfect for cooling off on hot days. While some campers mentioned the lack of water access during their stay, the nearby river provides a refreshing alternative. Just be prepared for the occasional mosquito, as they can be quite persistent in the warmer months.

If you're looking for a straightforward camping experience with a touch of adventure, Wishon Campground is worth considering. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, the natural beauty and friendly atmosphere make it a great spot to unwind and connect with the outdoors.

## Overview

 Wishon Campground straddles two forks of the Tule River in the Sequoia National Forest, sitting at an elevation of 4,000 feet. A creek runs through the site into the Tule River, which originates in the Golden Trout Wilderness. 
## Recreation

 There are many hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Rose Grave Trailhead. Visitors can wade in the river at Wishon Fork.
## Natural Features

 The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from 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, and 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. 
## Contact Info

 For facility specific information, please call (661) 455-6010. 
## Nearby Attractions

 There are six small remnant giant sequoia groves in the area, including Wishon, Silver Creek, Burro, Maggie Mountain, Middle Tule and Upper Tule Groves.

Wishon Campground

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This is a primitive campground with several site locations. It was a very long, winding and narrow road to get there. There is a river near the entrance and it is covered in giant sequoia trees throughout. The park offers a picnic table, bear box, and a fire pit at each campsite. They have also made benches out of fallen trees which was really neat. There's a porta house nearby, fairly clean but I've seen nicer. There is no water or hookups. Perfect for needing a simple place to sleep while visiting Sequoia National Park.

Under the Sequoia

About an hour away from the sequoia national park and a great option for cheap camping! There are several bathrooms, garbage and recycling bins, and a stream with an flat swim/ wading area! (Water is cold but clean for taking a camp shower). Will definitely be staying here again!

Loved it here!

Large trees, bear lockers, large rocks, vault toilets and potable water on site. You can hear the river from the camp ground and even when it's full, there is enough space to feel like you have privacy. 

Nice

Absolutely loved it. Perfect camping trip and place with coworkers and family. Camp host was very friendly and helpful. Sites where clean. Just need a little maintenance on the camp road at spots and the nature trail needs trimming with the over growth. Multiple swimming holes. So sad to see on the way up how much trash people left at the swimming hole trail head. Amazing get away &amp; would recommend this place to all. 


Rocken  good time

Stayed for 3 nights with family. Our site had no shade, sloped site which made it hard to set up our tint. Our tint barely fit. Restrooms were dirty. No views, no trails. Only good thing is the river fairly close by with some swimming holes to enjoy. I will not be returning. 

Wishon Campground Not What I Expected 

Great site among old growth trees above the river. Can’t hear the people in the tent next to you over the rushing water. Great spot to camp, nothing but hiking and swimming holes for miles. The water was not turned on when we went in July and it was HOT so we had to drive a half hour back out to get more jugs of water while we were there. The pit toilets were nasty and the mosquitos and gnats were next level awful. We had to stay in our tents until after dusk each night. No fires allowed which is to be expected but still a bummer. Bear boxes available but didn’t hear or see any animals while we were there. Might go back for the swimming hole if nothing else. 

Along the river

We went many years as kids and we were all surfers from Newport Beach wanting to do extreme things. One day I decided to go up the pump station, over the barb wire to the top of the I Beam. Crazy my dad took this picture. I was 15 years old and crazy!

Photos of Wishon Campground

Real photos from real campers