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BELKNAP

federal · CA

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  • fuel station12 mi

Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Belknap Campground, elevation 4,800 feet, is located east of Porterville, CA off state highway 190 in the Giant Sequoia National Monument in the Western Divide Ranger District. It sits within the Belknap and McIntyre giant sequoia groves. Recreation Trails in the monument are open to hikers, horseback riders and bikers. The trails wind through giant sequoia groves, up mountains and alongside wild rivers. A hiking trail also starts within the campground, leading into the sequoia grove, with fishing in Tule River along the way. Facilities Belknap offers about 13 tent camping sites that can accommodate up to 6 guests each. Vault toilets, campfire rings and picnic areas are all provided. 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 near Fairview and Grizzly Falls on the Kings River. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 455-6010.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    12 mi
  • grocery

    Gifford's Market

    12 mi
  • trailhead

    Clicks Creek Trailhead

    3.1 mi
  • attraction

    Peppermint Creek Falls

    8.5 mi
  • recreation site

    The Stairs River Access

    8.1 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

Reservations & demand

August weekends are typically reserved about 119 days ahead.

Based on 61 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/6/2026

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