Sequoia National Park$28
Dorst Creek
Closed for the season
Total sites: 203
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
6,752 ft
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Dorst Creek Campground, Sequoia National Park, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Dorst Creek Campground is part of Sequoia National Park in California (1 hr 53 min northeast of Visalia, CA) with an elevation of 6,752 feet. Dorst Creek Campground is rated 4.4 stars from 58 reviews. There are a total of 203 campsites including 28 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of June to the beginning of September. 175 sites can accommodate RVs between 17 and 121 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include dump station, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone, and flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Dorst Campground will not open for campground reservations in 2026. Disaster recovery efforts are still underway in areas of the parks, including Dorst Campground.Â
Campsite Reviews (58)
4.4 out of 5
| 5 star | 66% | |
| 4 star | 17% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 7% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@SangC669 · Camped on Aug 31, 2019 at Campsite #24
Everything was excellent
Thanks
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@LindaLKC941EA2 · Camped on Aug 25, 2019 at Campsite #218
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Dorst Creek campground, it was well-maintained, and the setting was gorgeous. We especially appreciated the shuttles that took us throughout the park and made our stay even more enjoyable because it obviated the need for a car. We took the trail to Muir Grove right from the campground and it turned out to be an excellent hike with a spectacular grove of Sequoias at the trail end, a fitting finale to our stay at Dorst Creek.
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@DennisA550 · Camped on Aug 23, 2019 at Campsite #8
I camped with my family at Dorst Creek Campground in Sequoia late this past summer. We had a great time. The camp sites are spacious, and our neighbor campers were all friendly and hospitable. I also liked that a Park Ranger walked through the campground and gave us the opportunity to chat and ask questions. We plan to visit again soon as Sequoia is so beautiful and there is so much to see. Overall, it was a great summer experience.
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@johnc926 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #125
A nice campground. Shuttle bus is definitely helpful. Choose your campsite carefully!
There are some with very little level ground!
There are some with very little level ground!
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@TonyG201 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #34
The campgrounds were clean as well as the bathrooms. Our campsite was flat and it worked well for our pop-up trailer camper.
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@JaneL698 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #28
Beautiful campground, most of the campsites are well spaced, many are flat. The staff at the entry building were very vague about any open spots and how to reserve them. Several other campers had the same concern about the staff giving unclear answers about open camp sites. We saw bear and deer in the campground.
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@JEFFH5417641 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #134
spent a couple tent camping nights in late August at Dorst Creek and had a nice time.....had a visit in evening from a bear when neighboring tents left their smores ingredients on top of bear box, instead of in it. shuttle to park was incredibly convenient to visit all the points of interest and hiking trails.
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@KevinP4445220 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #202
We camped at Dorst before we had kids a dozen years ago and were excited to bring the kids for their first stay in August of 2019. Even with the number of campsites at Dorst, the way the loops are set up it never felt crowded. We spent our time hiking and playing along the creek and participated in ranger talks at the amphitheater. We had a wonderful time and will be back!
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@GalileaO23C4B0 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #33
I loved staying here! My siblings and I had such an amazing time there and even got to see a black bear! Such a beautiful and comfortable place to camp. :)
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@RickE4F6955329 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #7
Great campground. I've been coming to this area for for 35 years and it is still an awesome experience. Lot's of great hikes within within a short distance as well.
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@ThomasR5111286 · Camped on Aug 17, 2019 at Campsite #98
Very good stay. Rangers helped scare away the bear s that arrived in the middle of the night
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@BobE4E783C0486 · Camped on Aug 16, 2019 at Campsite #172
Campground was clean and well-maintained.
@DennisB9968665 · Camped on Aug 16, 2019 at Campsite #145
I returned to Dorst after almost 20 years and found that was almost exactly the same! Thank god! The campground was well maintained and the staff was friendly and helpful. The park seems to be holding up quite well despite the years and growing traffic, which is encouraging for the future. I am looking forward to returning sooner than 20 years this time.
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@JulieG2507232 · Camped on Aug 16, 2019 at Campsite #38
The campsite was very clean and the free shuttle was very useful. It was very near the main area without being to busy. I would highly recommend it for the trips to the main treks.
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@EdwardR532 · Camped on Aug 16, 2019 at Campsite #92
Amazing campground. Very close to Lodgepole where you can take a free bus to see General Sherman. This campground has a trail you can take that has a small water spot to swim in. I will be coming back!
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@RosaEG0EE9B820 · Camped on Aug 15, 2019 at Campsite #169
Love that place, we always book the same spots and our experience there is always the best, last time we had bear visitors every day we were there. It was awesome! Cant wait to go back.
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@oliviam756 · Camped on Aug 14, 2019 at Campsite #122
What a beautiful campground and AMAZING park! The rangers were so nice and informative too.
@MiquelG767BFCE · Camped on Aug 13, 2019 at Campsite #57
All my family are very happy with our explerience. We spend our vacations in this trip, and we enjoy very much it.Thank you.
@ChrisC9047590 · Camped on Aug 12, 2019 at Campsite #47
Most of the campsites are nicely spaced, with enough vegetation between to give some privacy. We think Site 047 in Loop B was one of the best. Our photos are available at http://photos.vacationlovers.net/albums/sequoia-national-park-1/ The campground is quiet, and at the west end a trail leads to the Muir Grove of Sequoias. The free park shuttle stops at several locations within the campground, and it is the best way to visit the highlights within the National Park.
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@LourdesC7E3E7D · Camped on Aug 11, 2019 at Campsite #27
Excellent experience, I would like to camp again soon
@SamF3890017 · Camped on Aug 11, 2019 at Campsite #28
Beautiful, quiet, easy access into the heart of the park. Lovely Ranger talks as well.
@ThomasR5111286 · Camped on Aug 11, 2019 at Campsite #134
The campground was very crowded but we had a good time there. It is close to Lodgepole visitor center and Stony creek lodge (gas available here). The keeping the restrooms clean was challenging with the crowds. Bears came through the campground every night so be sure to use the bear boxes. My only complaint is that we have a small travel trailer and the site was advertised as "Slight Grade" and it was not what I would consider slight. I was able to get into the site and get level but it took every leveling block I carry plus some wood. We visited the visitor center, crystal cave, and did a few nice hikes. Utilizing the shuttle bus allowed some one way hikes as well.
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@ScottR9542386 · Camped on Aug 6, 2019 at Campsite #96
Lovely campground. Decent sized camp sites, and super easy check-in. Great location for exploring Sequoia.
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@DianaD884 · Camped on Aug 6, 2019 at Campsite #203
Wonderfull Beautiful experience really recommend!
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