Buckeye Flat Campground
Buckeye Flat Campground is located in Sequoia National Park, in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. The campground sits at an elevation of 2,800 feet, perched above the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River and shaded by a stand of large Live Oaks.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 26 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 15 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 02 | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 03 | Back-in | 19 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 04 | Back-in | 16 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 05 | Back-in | 17 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 06 | Back-in | 16 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 07 | Back-in | 17 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 08 | Back-in | 12 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 09 | Back-in | 19 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 10 | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 21 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | ENTRANCE FEES APPLY: 1-7 Day Pass- $35 per vehicle (private, non-commercial). $20 per person (on foot, on bicycle, or bus). $30 per motorcycle (not per person). 12 month pass available at Ash Mountain & Big Stump Entrance Stations. |
| Accessibility | Sites 20, 24 are listed accessible |
Buckeye Flat Campground offers 27 reservable campsites accommodating tents only. Picnic tables, fire rings and food storage lockers are provided at each site. Flush toilets and drinking water are available within the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Buckeye Flat Campground is easily accessed from Visalia, California and Highway 99. Follow Highway 198 East from Visalia for 36 miles, until you reach the Ash Mountain Entrance Station. The campground is located 6 miles beyond the entrance station, across from Hospital Rock.
| Nearest town | Three Rivers, California |
| Coordinates | 36.5211° N, 118.7626° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Additional fees will apply for late cancellations.
- All cancellations made between midnight on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival are considered late cancellations and will incur a $10.00 cancellation fee and will also forfeit the first night’s use fee. Cancellations for a single night’s reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
Fire nearby
- WildfireLand
15 mi from the campground · 20 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
20 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
21 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 ↗ | 2.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 34.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 37.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
Buckeye Flat Campground is located within a 30-minute drive from the Giant Forest, home to the largest trees on Earth. Moro Rock, Crescent Meadow and the Congress Trail are also located in the Giant Forest area, as well as numerous other opportunities for exploration in Sequoia National Park. The Crystal Caves are about a 45 minute drive (16 miles/26 km) from the campground.
- 10.9 miStony Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.2 miWoodward Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
- 13.2 miWoodward Winter Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.3 miEshom Point Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness.
- inSequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 768,222 acres
- 4.6 miJohn Krebs Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 39,740 acres
- 9.9 miJennie Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 10,510 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
- Moro Rock StairwayStructure · Three Rivers · 1.6 mi
- Squatter's CabinBuilding · Three Rivers · 2.6 mi
- Tharp's LogBuilding · Three Rivers · 3 mi
Natural features
The Foothills consist of the lower elevations of Sequoia National Park, where the grassy valley floor gives way to granite peaks. Oaks, chaparral and river canyons are plentiful here in an area with more biological diversity than the conifer forests and High Sierra combined. Winters are relatively snow-free and mild; summer is characterized by hot and dry weather. Wildlife is frequently seen in the area, including the American Black Bear, mule deer and bobcats, as well as numerous bird species.
Recreation
Whether you are visiting the spectacular sequoia trees in the Giant Forest or backpacking into the wilderness of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Buckeye Campground offers a convenient starting point. Located just six miles from the Ash Mountain Entrance Station, the campground is within a 30-minute drive to countless miles of trails and natural wonders.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Sites at Buckeye Flat Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Buckeye Flat Campground?
ENTRANCE FEES APPLY: 1-7 Day Pass- $35 per vehicle (private, non-commercial). $20 per person (on foot, on bicycle, or bus). $30 per motorcycle (not per person).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Buckeye Flat Campground have?
28 sites, including 26 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Buckeye Flat Campground?
The longest site here provides 21 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 Buckeye Flat Campground?
Flush toilets and drinking water are available within the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Buckeye Flat Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Buckeye Flat 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
Are there accessible sites at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Sites 20 and 24 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
What is there to do at Buckeye Flat Campground?
Whether you are visiting the spectacular sequoia trees in the Giant Forest or backpacking into the wilderness of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Buckeye Campground offers a convenient starting point. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Buckeye Flat Campground?
Three Rivers, California. Buckeye Flat Campground is located within a 30-minute drive from the Giant Forest, home to the largest trees on Earth.
Source: Getting there