Kings Canyon National Park197
Campsite #197 at Lodgepole Campground, Kings Canyon National Park, CA
$32
Campsite #197
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 35 ft | Pull-Through |
| 2 | fair |
6/15
Campsite #197 Features: Drive-In access, Pull-Through parking, 35-foot driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (12)
3.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 50% |
| 4 star | | 25% |
| 3 star | | 17% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 8% |
@PeterP6271166 · Camped on Aug 13, 2025 at Campsite #197
The campsites are well-maintained, though the fire ring was full of ashes, so youd need to clean it yourself if you want to use it. The bathrooms could have used daily cleaning, but that didnt happen. Traffic directions arent clearly marked, and I saw trailers and cars backing up or trying to squeeze past each other. The campsite is a starting point for multiple trails and is within walking distance to the visitor center and the bus stop, which takes you to other attractions around the park. Theres free public Wi-Fi at the visitor center, but theres zero cell signal elsewhere.
No Service
@ThomasGMD5485D · Camped on Aug 11, 2025 at Campsite #197
The trees were beautiful, the campground was more like a trailer park.
No Service
@StevenP6378402 · Camped on Jun 15, 2025 at Campsite #197
Great five day visit. Verizon coverage was much better than expected (Winegard 360+ antenna on roof). Even managed to get decent satellite coverage. Numerous hiking trails to enjoy. Touring Crystal Cave was definitely worthwhile, even if it is a bit of a drive and a hike to visit (do reserve in advance after reading about the hike to and from the cave opening). Visit the General Sherman tree early. Numerous hikes available in close proximity, many of which were very lightly used.
Good
@KimberlyH57940 · Camped on Oct 15, 2024 at Campsite #197
Beautiful location, many flat spots for an RV and a fabulous place for tents. The only drawback is the cleanliness of the restrooms. Fabulous place to hike from. Friendly staff.
@HamidS8B9BD7DE · Camped on Oct 10, 2024 at Campsite #197
Great campsites, don't forget you leveling blocks. There are clean showers and laundromat at Kings Canyon close to the lodge. Bathrooms in Lodgepole may need more attention but it is a very busy campgrounds.
No Service
@MarcusF5531828 · Camped on May 29, 2024 at Campsite #197
The campground is tightly packed, but the numerous trees help to break up the campsites. There are lots of waste bins, bathrooms, and a large stream running right through the campground. The trailhead for Tokopah Falls was about 200' from our site. Overall, excellent campground and one of my favorite "very developed" campgrounds in the NP system. Our site was a fairly level pullout (about 6" lower on one end than the other), next to two bear boxes, and a water hydrant.
No Service
@JonM9751115 · Camped on Sep 9, 2022 at Campsite #197
Family had a great time! Sites were clean and nice. Very relaxing.
No Service
@PatrickK884942 · Camped on Aug 17, 2022 at Campsite #197
Lodgepole is a beautiful campsite (I think the best one we had in one of the National Parks). Very natural and wonderfully located next to the river. From the campsite you can walk straight onto the Tokopah trail, a very nice hike. The sanitary services are very limited, there were no showers available in Sequoia (2022). That is a pity.
Some Coverage
@SusanneL694792 · Camped on Jul 17, 2022 at Campsite #197
Very good, natural but also simple
@OdinethA428DCB · Camped on Oct 9, 2020 at Campsite #197
Loved it, so quiet and convenient.This might be the new fav spot
No Service
@CherylJ7376187 · Camped on Jul 16, 2020 at Campsite #197
We had a great time at this campground and park. The staff was super helpful and friendly and the sights were amazing!
@BruceA8B7FF293 · Camped on Aug 16, 2019 at Campsite #197
crowded, noisy but clean
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