California · Camping

Brush Creek

Feb–May, Oct–Nov
best months

Is Brush Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Brush Creek, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Sequoia National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 3,895 ft
  • Kern River Ranger DistrictSequoia National Forest

Brush Creek is a dispersed camping or day use site open year round. There are vault toilets available and seasonal trash bins. This is where the Brush Creek meets the Upper Kern River and is a good spot for fishing. Effective July 30, 2022 through September 30, 2024 No camping within 50 feet of the Brush Creek water 's edge, between the intersection of Brush Creek with the Kern River and points 0.5 miles east of the Kern River along both branches of Brush Creek, in the Brush Creek Dispersed Camping Area. Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. During fire restrictions campfires and barbeques my be prohibited. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online for FREE at preventwildfireca.org