California · Camping

Camp 3

from $36
fee
May
season
Feb–May, Oct–Nov
best months

Is Camp 3 open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Camp 3, 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 2,300 ft
  • Kern River Ranger DistrictSequoia National Forest

Camp Three Campground is set amidst oak and locust trees at an elevation of 2,800 feet on the Upper Kern River, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors. 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 near Fairview and Grizzly Falls on the Kings River. Gray pines, scrub oaks, grass and dry climate shrubs cling to steep, canyon walls while cottonwoods and willows line the river 's edge. Recreation: Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities in the Upper Kern River area. Facilities: The campground consists of 52 paved sites and a group camp that accommodates up to 30 people for friends or family gatherings. Drinking water, vault toilets, and campfire rings are all provided. All developed campground areas on the Forest operate under a concessionaire permit.

  • Best time to go · Feb–May, Oct–Nov

    Best time to visit Camp 3

    Best months: February–May and October–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      61° / 31°

      7 wet

    2. Feb

      63° / 33°

      7 wet

    3. Mar

      67° / 36°

      7 wet

    4. Apr

      72° / 40°

      4 wet

    5. May

      80° / 48°

      2 wet

    6. Jun

      91° / 56°

      1 wet

    7. Jul

      99° / 63°

      1 wet

    8. Aug

      98° / 62°

      1 wet

    9. Sep

      92° / 56°

      1 wet

    10. Oct

      81° / 46°

      2 wet

    11. Nov

      69° / 36°

      3 wet

    12. Dec

      60° / 31°

      6 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Kern River Ph 3, CA, 2.1 mi away at 2,703 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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