Upper Stony Creek Campground
Upper Stony Creek Campground sits in the mid-elevation of the Sierra Nevada mountains at an elevation of about 6,500 feet. Situated along the scenic Stony Creek, below Shell Mountain, and near the Stony Creek Trailhead, this is an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground is also near the Jennie Lakes Wilderness region, and in between Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, on the Generals Highway.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Host/management | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
17 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 40 | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 40 | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 30 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 011 | Back-in | 30 | 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 |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Upper Stony Creek offers 17 reservable campsites spread out along the creek. Vault toilets, picnic areas and drinking water are provided. 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 Upper Stony Creek Campground, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov |
| Fees | $34/Night for single unit, $8/Night for extra vehicle |
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Getting there
From Fresno, California, take highway 180 east towards Kings Canyon/Sequoia Park. Take the Generals Highway fork to the right. After approximately 13 miles, the campground entrance will be on the left.
| Coordinates | 36.6655° 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 ↗ | 7.3 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 activities.
- 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 miJennie Lake ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miWeaver Lake ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miFox Meadow Access0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.3 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Cabin Creek Ranger Residence and DormitoryBuilding · Wilsonia · 1.5 mi
- 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.
Recreation
Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding. Visitors can also hike around and fish in the creeks by the campgrounds.
Guidebooks for Sequoia National Forest and California
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Upper Stony Creek Campground?
Sites at Upper Stony Creek Campground 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 Upper Stony Creek Campground, 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 Upper Stony Creek Campground?
$34/Night for single unit, $8/Night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Upper Stony Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Upper Stony Creek Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Upper Stony Creek Campground have?
24 sites, including 17 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Upper Stony Creek Campground?
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 pets allowed at Upper Stony Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Upper Stony Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Upper Stony Creek Campground?
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 Upper Stony Creek Campground?
Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy 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 Upper Stony Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Stony Creek Sequoia (under 0.1 mi), Cove Group (0.3 mi), and Fir Group (0.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby