Where can I camp for free in Sequoia National Park?

Kern River Dispersed Camping
  • Black Gulch South Dispersed Camping.
  • Chico Flat Dispersed Campground.
  • Corral Creek Dispersed Campground.
  • Springhill Dispersed Camping Area.
  • Old Goldledge Dispersed Campground.
  • Ant Canyon Dispersed Campground.
  • Chamise Flat Dispersed Campground.
  • Calkins Flat Dispersed Area.




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You can sleep in your car in Sequoia National Park at an established campsite. However, you cannot park in parking lots or along the road and sleep in your car. This style of car camping is called “dispersed camping” and is only allowed in certain places on National Forest or BLM land.

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Travelers can experience Sequoia and Kings Canyon wilderness by taking a scenic drive or day hike, or planning an overnight backpacking or horseback pack trip. All overnight visitors entering the local wilderness are required to hold a permit (not day hikers).

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I recommend spending several days to fully explore these parks, but you can definitely do most of the iconic spots over 2 days. Sequoia and Kings Canyon together cover over 1,353 square miles with many mountains and valleys in the mix.

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As of January 1, 2013, California law prohibits the open carry of any firearm within the parks. Persons otherwise permitted to possess firearms (in general) may possess a concealed firearm with a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) from California. A CCW from another state does not apply.

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Black bears range throughout both Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - where they forage for natural foods - digging up roots in meadows, ripping apart logs, and peering into tree cavities for food.

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The best time to visit Sequoia National Park is June through August, when the weather is the most stable. The park is open 24/7, year-round, but there are certain challenges during select seasons. For example, snow chains or tires are required to safely navigate park roads during the winter months.

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Sequoia is far less crowded. The redwood groves are unparalleled in all of nature, and while Yosemite has the amazing rock domes and waterfalls, Sequoia has the best forest in all the world.

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The parks are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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The direct drive from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park is 215 mi (346 km), and should have a drive time of 5 hrs 53 mins in normal traffic.

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Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Possession of weapons, including bear spray, is prohibited.

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