Sequoia National Park
$32
Cold Springs
Closed for the season
Total sites: 38
Booking Window: 1 month
Season Opens: Jun 15, 2026
Booking Window: 1 month
Season Opens: Jun 15, 2026
7,494 ft
45°F
30°F
30°F
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Cold Springs Campground, Sequoia National Park, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Cold Springs Campground is part of Sequoia National Park in California (2 hrs 2 min east of Visalia, CA) with an elevation of 7,494 feet. Cold Springs Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 117 reviews. There are a total of 38 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid October. Max equipment length is 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 1 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, and trash dumpster. Activities include fishing and hiking trails.
Season opening dates for this campground are tentative and subject to change depending on weather, road openings and other conditions. Updates will be posted here ahead of additional releases.
Campsite Reviews (117)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 71% | |
| 4 star | 18% | |
| 3 star | 6% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@GroverM641B3C0 · Camped on Oct 9, 2025 at Campsite #3
The camp sites, bear boxes, bathrooms everything was clean and well kept.
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@KathrynD648455 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #12
Fabulous, remote spot with access to excellent hiking.
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@AllanW3880955 · Camped on Sep 23, 2025 at Campsite #22
The grounds were maintained, clean and clearly marked for locations up in the mountains
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@RobertD9538610 · Camped on Sep 21, 2025 at Campsite #2
Place was great. The only bad thing was many of the campers had superbright lighting that was brighter than car headlights. The campground was like a staduim parking at night. Totally ruined the evening experience. These lights must be banned. But there was so much nearby hiking so at least the days were great. Spectacular hiking!!!
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@ValentinKE2709 · Camped on Sep 20, 2025 at Campsite #11
Awesome, secluded campground - well worth the drive! Stunning Eagle Lake hike not far - very different Sequoia experience away from the crowds
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@GaryZ9508741 · Camped on Sep 12, 2025 at Campsite #9
A great campground with beautiful trees, river sounds playing throughout, and plenty of beautiful hiking nearby. It attracts a more active crowd who gets out on the trails early and returns in late afternoon. The location affords a "near backpacking" experience as you explore during the day, but in the evening you can return to your campsite and have car camping comforts and convenience.
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@DonnaOD010DF95 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #31
Great little campground we had a site next to the River.
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@RyanH4459660 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #28
Beautiful, small campground. Bathrooms were very clean. Definitely recommend getting a campsite near the stream for post-hike cold plunges! Note: No one prepared me for the endless and sketchy drive that is Mineral King Road. It took a good 1.5 hours to make it up to the campsite. Be prepared! Review the Alerts/warnings on Rec.gov before making the drive.
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@SimonL369C20E9 · Camped on Aug 30, 2025 at Campsite #3
This campground is located in the Mineral King area in Sequoia NP, it's accessed by turning off from the main highway before passing the ticket gates in Three Rivers. The road in was mostly a dirt road, higher clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. The journey in on the winding dirt road was quite fun! We heard there's marmots from spring to mid-summer, but we went late enough in the season to avoid marmots being interested in our car. This campsite is right next to a beautiful river, and we were able to fall asleep to sound of the rushing water. The pit toilets were kept well stocked. There's bear-proof trash cans near the pit toilets and each campsite also had a bear box.
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@BenjaminC59270 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #1
Great campsite. Was here labor day weekend, surprisingly not that busy. Was worried about my Chevy Malibu not being able to drive because I was unsure of how the roads were, but I had no issues.
@Alejandra22AA6 · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #7
Beautiful area. We just stayed there for the night before heading up to mosquito lake. Would definitely stay longer another day.
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@MarkF9408903 · Camped on Aug 25, 2025 at Campsite #5
Enjoyed the quiet and remoteness. The road construction was an interesting.
Good
@DeanF8063999 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #32
A perfect spot for staying the night before our backpack trip.
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@KylieN4C5F5113 · Camped on Aug 16, 2025 at Campsite #4
Very comfortable, beautiful clean site. Very difficult road up to the campground. Good hiking in the area.
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@ArturoB542008A · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #20
Amazing place, I would love getting back there.
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@MaryG2220960 · Camped on Aug 5, 2025 at Campsite #12
The road up to Cold Springs is very difficult. Narrow, winding and steep. Meeting another car coming the other direction is terrifying. But the campground is terrific! Great hiking trails nearby.
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@SalaneA992A370 · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #31
So many noisy groups during my time here. There's no staff present, so you're SOL if you're dealing with valley residents blasting polka until midnight. I even moved campsites and couldn't get away from it. I won't return to this campground.
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@TarrynKA4CCFA7 · Camped on Aug 1, 2025 at Campsite #10
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time out here! Site 10 and 11 are really close, so if youre going with some friends, have them get the one you dont reserve. These sites are on a small slope. Our 6 person 10x10 tent barely fit in the allocated tent pad and was still a little too close to the fire pit for my comfort.The campsite is quite a ways out on Mineral King Road and even without active construction, it was quite the curvy drive. I suggest giving yourself an extra half an hour of cushion on top of what you already think the drive will take (for us it was about 2 hours on the way up and 1.5 hours on the way down)The ranger did let us know that the 1 mile hike to the east was the easiest of the trails (its also the trail that leads to the other trail heads) so this campsite is honestly perfect for a chill hiker. That 1 mile hike did have a few steep moments with some puddles and the occasional muddy section, so just be prepared!Overall, Id definitely go again, just maybe without bringing a furry friend along (as they arent allowed on any trails and arent allowed off leash).
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@CallanM565B168 · Camped on Jul 26, 2025 at Campsite #3
Great campsite backing up to the river. We managed to fit two tents but it was tight, not a very level campsite.
@JesusC6862231 · Camped on Jul 24, 2025 at Campsite #2
Site 2 is located right by the river so all throughout the day and night you could hear the stream run down. The road to the site was under maintenance and was bumpy and narrow at some points, but once you get to the site its beautiful. The chlorination system was down so the water wasnt drinkable without boiling, the restrooms were well maintained and looked to be recently painted, besides the womens restroom door not locking. The trails are easy to access although most of them are strenuous and the park ranger station was located near by. Please bring a tarp to cover the whole under side of your vehicle as there is marmots and enjoy this beautiful site! I would definitely recommend site 2.
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@DavidL8659169 · Camped on Oct 9, 2022 at Campsite #1
We made a reservation just days before it closed for the season in October since campgrounds at Sequoia were full. The campground was nearly empty for our stay. Take note that it will take you over an hour to reach the campground from the entrance to mineral king road but it is a paved road so that is a big plus, only about a mile is unpaved as you reach the top. I would stay here again if I couldnt get in at a Sequoia campground which was my destination. I cant speak for any of the hikes or trails that start out at this campground, I imagine they are great due to the altitude and location.
@EllianaHF37E0A · Camped on Oct 9, 2022 at Campsite #22
Site 22 was amazing. Cold springs camp ground as a whole is amazingly beautiful. Definitely recommend sites 22-30 because theyre right next to the water. The drive up to the campsites is very narrow, be prepared for a long and slow drive up the mountain. There are many great hikes walking distance from the campground with beautiful views. Definitely pack for cold weather, the sites are shaded so it gets very cold. Overall, such an amazing trip and worth the drive.
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@OSCARM1215122 · Camped on Oct 6, 2022 at Campsite #36
I really love the place I hope come back soon
Excellent
@AngelaRB582423 · Camped on Sep 28, 2022 at Campsite #24
Its a beautiful campground. Very clean. Just a long drive with not the best roads but youre aware of it ahead of time. Cant wait to return
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