Kings Canyon National Park$50
Crystal Springs
Total sites: 14
Available Tonight: 6
Available this Weekend: 0
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 6
Available this Weekend: 0
Booking Window: 6 months
6,626 ft
72°F
54°F
54°F
poor
Crystal Springs Campground, Kings Canyon National Park, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Crystal Springs Campground is part of Kings Canyon National Park in California (1 hr 2 min east of Reedley, CA) with an elevation of 6,626 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of September. Max equipment length is 18 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding.
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Campsite Reviews (34)
4.2 out of 5
| 5 star | 53% | |
| 4 star | 21% | |
| 3 star | 9% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 9% |
@Alejandro52C4A · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #K
We had a disappointing experience at Crystal Springs Campground. When we arrived at our reserved site (Lot J), another group had taken over completely (From Lot L), using both our bear boxes (which they had filled with alcohol), surrounding our fire pit with their chairs, and leaving food waste (like egg shells) out in the open, despite posted rules regarding Bears. None of them were present, but their belongings were everywhere. It took over two hours to locate a ranger, who was helpful and eventually relocated us, but by then we had already lost our entire first day... time we had planned to explore Kings Canyon, which we couldn't see at all. While the campground itself looked nice, our experience was marred by poor enforcement and lack of oversight.
@MatiasV642BA57 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #I
One of the best campsites Ive ever been. Bathrooms were super clean!
@IrisRBDF70D354 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #K
Very noisy with other groups around. Theres only 1 bathroom for women and 1 for men, there was always a long line. The site we were on was K and it is the worst site you can reserve. It shouldnt be a site, especially for a group. Its so small and close to the other site.
@AgathaM070D7BB · Camped on Jul 26, 2024 at Campsite #E
We had Group site E. It was a very spacious spot. Water was across the site. Bathrooms were a swift walk away. My family had so much room to stretch our legs and play some games. Might try to make it an annual summer camp spot!
@MatthewVA2A543 · Camped on Jul 14, 2024 at Campsite #H
Stayed one night in a group site. Site was nice and shady, a lot of mosquitoes since its located by a small spring. Bathrooms were not too far away. They smelled awful due to other campers sharing it not being respectful. But would recommend the campground
@LuisG3199828 · Camped on Jul 14, 2024 at Campsite #I
Es un lugar increble para acampar, con una ubicacin perfecta para realizar senderismo, nadar en el lago y visitar las cascadas.
@RafaelT7E25832 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #H
Great shade and location
@MattB1105534 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #E
This camp was great. Bathrooms were always pretty clean and they have a sink that you can do dishes at at the bathrooms which was super helpful.
@SarahG7471679 · Camped on Jun 16, 2024 at Campsite #K
Site K was very sunny and had no natural shade. The Campground itself was pretty crowded. it was unclear where 1 campground ended and the neighboring one started. The weekend we visited, we also had very loud neighbors. There also wasn't enough bathrooms in my opinion for a mid-size campground. (There was only 1 bathroom and it was a fully booked campground). There are lots of trails though leading from the campground, including a panoramic trail and general Grant. the campground is easily accessible and convenient for hiking and adventuring.
@RoberyG26C5C3B · Camped on May 23, 2024 at Campsite #E
Great!!
@AnabelD2C75916 · Camped on Sep 1, 2023 at Campsite #J
Flushable toilets, perfect location .
@Terrilynn21970 · Camped on Aug 25, 2023 at Campsite #K
Lots of folks rolling in very late on Friday night, it was a bit noisy. The campsite we were at had no shade, but it was great for star-gazing at night!
@pablov5C230550 · Camped on Aug 11, 2023 at Campsite #F
Came site was clean and has enough space for 3 big tents. No showers close by. Camp is close to the village where it is a market and restaurant. Camp site is surrounded by trees.
@PamelaH2928754 · Camped on Aug 2, 2023 at Campsite #E
Campsite was beautiful and toilets are flush- not outhouses when booking the maximum size said 15, however the group next to us easily had 25 people and 6 cars so that was kind of much but overall the campsite was beautiful. The map of The village right next to Chrystal Springs shows 2 shower houses which there was not, so that was really disappointing. Bring portable showers or water to wash off. Traffic this year was horrible due to the winter mayhem, getting a couple miles took 45 min
@EdenKBE7AE0B36 · Camped on Jul 22, 2023 at Campsite #B
Very clean campsite. Highly recommend to stay there.
@JaminBDB902E1D · Camped on Jul 4, 2023 at Campsite #B
The group sites all have a good amount of sun and shade . Site B has afternoon shade and is located close to trash cans and a short walk to a water fountain. Unfortunately the group site bathrooms are not ideal - all group sites share one men’s toilet and one women’s toilet . We walked to the bathrooms at the other camping area instead . Also there is only room for 2 vehicles at this site - extra cars can park across the road at Azalea campground .
@JenniferB63832 · Camped on Jun 30, 2023 at Campsite #K
There is no privacy at this campground. Sites are close together with not a lot of natural privacy (trees, etc). There is also only 1 bathroom, which led to long lines.
Also, when I showed up for my reservation, someone was at my campsite, and had already set up their camp,and had their dates mixed up, and were basically squatting on my campsite. They were nice about the mix up, but that also contributed to a less than stellar experience.
Overall, I would not stay here again.
Also, when I showed up for my reservation, someone was at my campsite, and had already set up their camp,and had their dates mixed up, and were basically squatting on my campsite. They were nice about the mix up, but that also contributed to a less than stellar experience.
Overall, I would not stay here again.
@CathyW5299700 · Camped on Jun 26, 2023 at Campsite #G
Beautiful, clean, and very large spot for lots of campers and tents. Lots of trees and next to restrooms. Close to General Grant Village and a 2 mi walk to General Grant tree! Such fun!
@SharonV1236997 · Camped on Sep 4, 2022 at Campsite #L
Site L was a group site, all in the sun. No shade. You need a pop-up! Didn’t end up staying there. We saw 4 small tents on the site.
@SilkeM3120053 · Camped on Sep 2, 2022 at Campsite #M
Site recommended as it's located at the very top of the campground.
Could have a few more toilets on the group part of the campground
Could have a few more toilets on the group part of the campground
@PaulB8317136 · Camped on Aug 12, 2022 at Campsite #H
Great time here! the campsite, H, is a bit secluded from the rest of the campsites & is surrounded by redwoods providing a natural shade for the whole day! The bathrooms as well as the trash bin are a short walk away but we were right across the water spigot.
@ashleyd3442326 · Camped on Jul 30, 2022 at Campsite #A
Was the most magical experience I have ever had camping in this forest and this campsite was nothing but amazing 👏 will definitely be back for more adventures.
@EdwinS5532729 · Camped on Jul 23, 2022 at Campsite #I
Great location near to General Gran Tree is a 15 minutes hike, the King Canyon Visitors Center and Grant Groove Villages is less than 3 minutes drive. My 4 year old kid and 4 year old niece had a blast exploring. We drove to Hume Lake is less than 25 minutes drive.
@NataliaH139639 · Camped on Jul 17, 2022 at Campsite #G
The site was spacious and lively. Campground wasn’t too crowded.
@ArianaM9920262 · Camped on Jul 8, 2022 at Campsite #C
We stayed at a group site and we loved it. I noticed that the nights were very silent I didn’t hear any crickets or anything like that so I slept like a baby. I’m a light sleeper so any noise wakes me up but not here it was so nice 😊 I will definitely consider staying here again. Oh and we saw deer every evening coming down to eat. Beautiful site for the whole family.
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