Forks Campground (Sierra)
Forks campground is located on a hillside overlooking Bass Lake. The camp is forested with cedar, ponderosa pine and oak trees and offers a few sites with limited lake views, while others are adjacent to the creek.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 22 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 15 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | 10 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | 10 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 10 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Pull-through | 20 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 009 | Standard | Pull-through | 20 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 012 | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 004, 005, 013 are listed accessible |
Each unit has a picnic table, pedestal grill, stone fire ring and paved parking spur. Forks Campground provides flush toilets (including ones that meet accessibility standards) and drinking water. The parking spurs here are not large enough to fit boat trailers.
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 | May |
| Forest | Sierra National Forest |
| Booking | Campsite reservations are by specific site and can be made 240 days in advance and up to one day before arrival. |
| Fees | $30.00 ($33.30) Single Site $56.00 ($62.16) Double Site $7 fee for additional vehicles During holidays fees increase $2 per site |
| Rules | Two night minimum on weekends. Three night minimum on holidays. Maximum length of stay is 14 days. |
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Getting there
From Fresno, California: Take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 (toward Bass Lake), keep right for 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake Campground office. After registering, continue on for approximately 1.25 miles to the Forks Campground.
| Nearest town | Bass Lake, California |
| Coordinates | 37.3127° N, 119.5700° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
18 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
50 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
| Outdoor gear | Sierra Nevada Trading Company ↗ | 5.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.3 mi |
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Forks Campground - Bass Lake, CA
Worth a stop
Forks Campground is located approximately 24 miles from the entrance of Yosemite National Park.
- 1.2 miThe Falls Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 1.4 miLakeside Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 8 miKamook Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miGoat Mountain2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miWay of the Mono0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miWillow Cove 20.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miSpring Cove1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miWillow Cove0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miWillow Creek2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
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
- Mariposa Grove MuseumBuilding · Wawona · 14 mi
Natural features
Forks Campground is located in the Bass Lake Ranger District at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Bass Lake is a very popular area known for its variety of fish, as well as the bald and golden eagles that make their home here. 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
Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. Popular activities include swimming, motorized boating, non-motorized boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing for bass, trout, bluegill and catfish. Goat Mountain Trail (2.6 miles) can be accessed directly from this camp. Other foot trails in the area include Willow Creek (2.7 miles), Spring Cove (2.6 miles) and Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (1 mile). A variety of educational programs are offered on weekends during the summer.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Sites at Forks Campground (Sierra) are reservable on Recreation.gov. Campsite reservations are by specific site and can be made 240 days in advance and up to one day before arrival. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
$30.00 ($33.30) Single Site $56.00 ($62.16) Double Site $7 fee for additional vehicles During holidays fees increase $2 per site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Forks Campground (Sierra) open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Forks Campground (Sierra) have?
27 sites, including 22 standard sites without power and 4 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Forks Campground provides flush toilets (including ones that meet accessibility standards) and drinking water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Forks Campground (Sierra). Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Sites 004, 005, and 013 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Forks Campground (Sierra)?
Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation