
CLM Services · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Wishon Campground straddles two forks of the Tule River in the Sequoia National Forest, sitting at an elevation of 4,000 feet. A creek runs through the site into the Tule River, which originates in the Golden Trout Wilderness. Recreation There are many hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Rose Grave Trailhead. Visitors can wade in the river at Wishon Fork. Facilities This year-round campground is configured in 3 parts: the Front Entrance section (sites 2-9) the Main Loop (sites 11-33) and the Doubles Spur (sites 34-36.) Wishon Campground offers 33 reservable campsites - 29 single sites and 4 double sites 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 and Grizzly Falls. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 455-6010. Nearby Attractions There are six small remnant giant sequoia groves in the area, including Wishon, Silver Creek, Burro, Maggie Mountain, Middle Tule and Upper Tule Groves.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 9.5 mi
fuel station
Fuel station
- 9.5 mi
grocery
Gifford's Market
- 5.0 mi
trailhead
Summit Trailhead
- 13 mi
attraction
Alder Creek Slides
- 5.2 mi
recreation site
The Stairs River Access
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
Reservations & demand
August weekends are typically reserved about 33 days ahead.
Based on 108 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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