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WISHON

federal · CA

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  • fuel station9.5 mi

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.

  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    9.5 mi
  • grocery

    Gifford's Market

    9.5 mi
  • trailhead

    Summit Trailhead

    5.0 mi
  • attraction

    Alder Creek Slides

    13 mi
  • recreation site

    The Stairs River Access

    5.2 mi

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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