Boulder Gulch
Boulder Gulch Campground is nestled in the foothills of the high desert at an elevation of 2,650 feet, just a short drive from Lake Isabella. The facility sits in the Giant Sequoia National Monument, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 62 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
60 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
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Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 0:00 AM, checkout 0:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This campground consists of about 58 paved sites and includes a fish cleaning station and flush toilets. The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April to September |
| Forest | Sequoia National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Boulder Gulch, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Campsite fees range from $34/night, $8/night for extra vehicle |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Highway 99 in Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to the town of Lake Isabella. Take Highway 155 around the west side of Lake Isabella for 4 miles to the campground entrance.
| Coordinates | 35.6712° N, 118.4706° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
Fire nearby
- WildfireCyrus
4 mi from the campground · 543 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Triple Crown Outfitters ↗ | 30.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 40.8 mi |
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Explore
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Boulder Gulch Campground Lake Isabella
Worth a stop
- 1.8 miTillie Creek Launch Ramp Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 3.6 miCyrus Canyon Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 3.7 miStine Cove Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 3.9 miCyrus Canyon Ohv Park ↗OHV / range
- 4.1 miKissack Cove Day Use ↗Day use
- 7.4 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miIsabella Peak Lookout0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miCoso Mine Loop3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miVista del Lago1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miCook'S Peak 4WD1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.7 miBorderline 4WD ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD and 1 more
- 4.5 miHogeye0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
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
Sequoia National Forest begins about 0.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.8 miSequoia National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,160,053 acres
- 13 miDomeland Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 133,720 acres
- 13.8 miKiavah Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 86,245 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.
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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.
Recreation
At the nearby Lake Isabella visitors enjoy trout and bass fishing, boating, windsurfing, swimming and water skiing. There are also hiking, horseback and mountain biking trails in the area.
Guidebooks for Sequoia National Forest and California
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Boulder Gulch?
Sites at Boulder Gulch are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Boulder Gulch, 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 Boulder Gulch?
Campsite fees range from $34/night, $8/night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Boulder Gulch?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Boulder Gulch?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Boulder Gulch open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Boulder Gulch have?
65 sites, including 62 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Boulder Gulch?
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 there showers or a dump station at Boulder Gulch?
This campground consists of about 58 paved sites and includes a fish cleaning station and flush toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Boulder Gulch?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boulder Gulch. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Boulder Gulch?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Boulder Gulch?
At the nearby Lake Isabella visitors enjoy trout and bass fishing, boating, windsurfing, swimming and water skiing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Boulder Gulch is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Hungry Gulch (under 0.1 mi), French Gulch (1.1 mi), and Old Isabella (1.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby




