Kennedy Meadows Campground
usfs · CA
- fuel station10 mi
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About
Located on the Pacific Crest Trail near the South Fork of the Kern River, at 6,200 ft. elevation, Kennedy Meadows campground is surrounded by the South Sierra and Golden Trout wildernesses. Some of the 37 sites are shaded by juniper and pinion. Maximum vehicle length is 30ft.Vault toilets, no water, no trash service, no fee.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 10 mi
fuel station
Chevron
- 10 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 12 mi
trailhead
Blackrock Trailhead
- 13 mi
attraction
Fossil Falls Scenic Area
- 11 mi
recreation site
Monache
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: KENNEDY MEADOW in Inyo National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- CA
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

