Stony Creek Sequoia
Stony Creek Campground sits at an elevation of approximatly 6,500 feet in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It's nestled among Sigar Pines, Jeffrey Pines, Red Firs and the scenic Stony Creek is just steps away. This campground is ideally located along the Generals Highway, in between Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, near the Jennie Lakes Wilderness, and tucked within the heart of Hume Lake Ranger Districts Sequoia National Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
| Tent-only | 17 |
| Walk-in | 1 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
44 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 049 | Standard | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Tent only | 10 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Tent only | 10 | Gravel | Full | 12 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Tent only | 10 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Tent only | 10 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 012 | Walk-in | 10 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Stony Creek offers nearly 50 reservable campsites, spread out along the creek. Vault toilets, drinking water and an amphitheater are available at the campground. This facility is operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company, a division of ExplorUS and comments are welcome; comment forms are available from campground hosts or online.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Sequoia National Forest |
| Booking | Campsites can be reserved by calling 1.877.444.6777 (International 1.518.885.3639 or TDD 1.877.833.6777) and at Stony Creek Sequoia, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Campsite fees range from $34/night for single unit, $68/night for double unit, $8/night for extra vehicle |
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Getting there
From Fresno, California, go east on Highway 180 to the Kings Canyon National Park entrance. Take a right at the Generals Highway, traveling approximately 10 miles south to Stony Creek Campground.
| Coordinates | 36.6652° N, 118.8328° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireLand
8 mi from the campground · 20 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
10 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
11 mi from the campground · 15 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 37 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 40.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
Day trips to Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park, Giant Sequoia National Monument, Boyden Caverns and General Grant Grove are popular among visitors. Bearskin Grove offers the rare opportunity to photograph an entire mature sequoia in one frame. Hiking through the grove visitors will find a mix of young and old sequoias, many measuring more than 6 feet in diameter.
- 0.3 miStony Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.8 miWoodward Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
- 2.8 miWoodward Winter Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.4 miEshom Point Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
- 9.3 miSandy Cove Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 9.4 miHume Lake Fishing Pier (South) ↗Fishing site
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- 9.6 miPowder Can Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 9.6 miHume Lake Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miStony Creek3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.9 miStarlight Ski1.5 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 3.1 miJennie Lake ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.1 miWeaver Lake ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.1 miFox Meadow Access0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.4 miBig Baldy0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miStony Creek Trailhead ↗Sequoia National Forest
- 2.8 miWoodward Winter Trailhead ↗Sequoia National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness.
- inSequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 768,222 acres
- 1.7 miJennie Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 10,510 acres
- 7.7 miJohn Muir Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 652,903 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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On the National Register nearby
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- Generals' Highway Stone BridgesHistoric district · Mineral King · 6.2 mi
- Giant Forest Village-Camp Kaweah Historic DistrictHistoric district · Three Rivers · 7.7 mi
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. Built to support a large commercial logging operation, Hume Lake supplied water to the longest lumber flume transporting logs to the Central Valley.
Recreation
Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy trout fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding. Visitors can hike the Jennie Lake Trail. The trailhead to the 4-mile trail is across the street in the Upper Stony Creek campground. Several creeks also run near the campground, offering additional fishing and wading opportunities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Sites at Stony Creek Sequoia are reservable on Recreation.gov. Campsites can be reserved by calling 1.877.444.6777 (International 1.518.885.3639 or TDD 1.877.833.6777) and at Stony Creek Sequoia, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Campsite fees range from $34/night for single unit, $68/night for double unit, $8/night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Stony Creek Sequoia open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Stony Creek Sequoia have?
48 sites, including 26 standard sites without power, 17 tent-only sites, and 1 walk-in site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Stony Creek Sequoia?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Yes, pets are allowed at Stony Creek Sequoia. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Stony Creek Sequoia?
Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy trout fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Stony Creek Sequoia is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Upper Stony Creek Campground (under 0.1 mi), Cove Group (0.3 mi), and Fir Group (0.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby