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Patterson Campground

usfs · CA

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  • fuel station23 mi

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About

Patterson Campground is located on the southern end of the SouthWarner Wilderness area. This is an idealsite to begin one's hike of the Summit Trail. Patterson is a family camp with only 6 sites for tents and small campers and trailers.The Equestrian camping is now located at East Creek Campground, less than a mile to the west. Horses are no longer allowed in Patterson Campground.

Around this stay

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

  • fuel station

    Rabbit Traxx

    23 mi
  • trailhead

    Summit Th

    < 0.1 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    12 mi

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

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.