Badger Flats Group
Badger Flats Group Camp sits in a quiet and isolated area along Rancheria Creek, at an elevation of over 8,000 feet in the High Sierra. The site sits on open and flat land shaded by fir trees and can accommodate up to 100 people and 35 vehicles.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Full | 100 / 35 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $398.00 per night Maximum group size = 100 |
Horses are permitted in this camp, but no equestrian amenities are provided. Each unit has a grill, fire ring, bear-proof food locker and picnic table. Vault toilets are provided.
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. |
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Sierra National Forest |
| Booking | No reservations. First come, First served |
| Fees | $32.00 per night. $10 fee for each additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site. |
| Rules | Max. Length of Stay = 14 days Max. Group Size per site = 6 people Dog are allowed but must be on leash Horses permitted, but no facilities available |
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Getting there
Take Hwy 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. At the east end of Huntington Lake, turn right onto Kaiser Pass Road (at Eastwood Visitor Center). Travel 5 miles up the Kaiser Pass Road to Badger Group Campground.
| Coordinates | 37.2715° N, 119.1190° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Drinking water is not available at this campground.
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
34 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
36 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
37 mi from the campground
- WildfireLand
42 mi from the campground · 20 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 ↗ | 14.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Captain Jack's Tackle ↗ | 15.9 mi |
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Badger Flats
Worth a stop
Huntington Lake is about 5 miles away and offers many recreational activities, including hiking, horseback riding, biking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, windsurfing and swimming. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, brown trout or kokanne salmon.
- 0.1 miBadger Flat Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.6 miKaiser Pass Toilet Area Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.3 miHuntington Boat Ramp & Launching Site ↗Boat launch
- 3.6 miBear Cove Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 6.2 miBilly Creek Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miBear Butte ↗6.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.3 miMidge Creek1.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.4 miPotter Pass Cutoff1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miChinese Peak4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miPotter Creek3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miRancheria Falls NRT ↗0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miBadger Flat Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
- 1.6 miKaiser Pass Toilet Area Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
- 1.7 miPotter Cutoff Trailhead ↗Sierra National Forest
- 1.9 miPotter Pass Trailhead ↗Sierra 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 Sierra National Forest.
- inSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
- 1.3 miKaiser Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 21,986 acres
- 4.4 miDinkey Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 30,863 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
On the National Register nearby
- Dinkey Creek BridgeStructure · Dinkey Creek · 14.2 mi
Natural features
The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.
Recreation
There is trailhead access to the Kaiser Wilderness. There is also a trail that connects to the California Riding and Hiking Trail. There is a sandy area along Rancheria Creek, and wading is possible.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Badger Flats Group?
Sites at Badger Flats Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. No reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Badger Flats Group?
$398.00 per night Maximum group size = 100
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Badger Flats Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Badger Flats Group open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Badger Flats Group have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Badger Flats Group?
The longest site here provides 35 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 Badger Flats Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Badger Flats Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Badger Flats Group?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Max.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Badger Flats Group?
There is trailhead access to the Kaiser Wilderness. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Badger Flats Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Midge Creek Group Campground (1.5 mi, first-come), Rancheria (2.6 mi), and College (3.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby