California · Camping

Chico Flat

Open Year Round
season
Feb–May, Oct–Nov
best months

Is Chico Flat open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Chico Flat, 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 2,500 ft
  • Kern River Ranger DistrictSequoia National Forest

This area is currently partially closed to camping per Forest Order 0513-21-13- There is no camping within 350 feet of the Kern River - this area is day-use only until further notice. See link above for further details and map. Dispersed Camping on Upper Kern River approximately 4 to 5 miles north from Kernville. There is no water available at this location. Portable toilets and trash receptacles are available during summer months. See Larger Picture Here. Dispersed Camping Rules, Regulations, and Tips

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

    Best time to visit Chico Flat

    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, 3.1 mi away at 2,703 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

    Closures we've recorded since August 2026

    • Chico Flat Dispersed Camping Area Prohibition 26-27

      Sequoia National Forest · Order dated June 3, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026, no lift recorded · Forest Service