Enjoy the silky, shiny green of summer and the eye-popping gold of fall: jury’s still out for which is more beautiful, which is why you’ll have to come twice. Road to the park was not for LONG vehicles.There is a warning sign at the bottom of the hill. Interactive Visitor Map: Sequoia National Forest, Forest Service Home | USDA.gov | recreation.gov | Recreation Customer Service Standards | USA.gov | Whitehouse.gov, Plug-Ins | FOIA | Accessibility Statement | Privacy Policy | Important Notices | Information Quality, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/sequoia/recarea/?recid=79812, Forest Order 0513-19-08 Lower Kern River Camping Restriction, This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71610&topTabIndex=CampingSpot. It's not the campground you've pictured. No water, value toilets but you are situated under the trees. Please select a reason for flagging this item: © 2020 Campendium Inc. All rights reserved. Anglers enjoy testing their skills along nearby Peppermint Creek. 1839 S. Newcomb M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m VERY good map for the area: The Kern River Sierra by Extremeline Productions. Reminder — You can select the order of your own photos in your Host Dashboard so that they will show up exactly where you want them to on your listing. In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood should be obtained locally. At Quaking Aspen Campground, aspen and mature ponderosa pine trees provide a welcome respite from the heat. No water, value toilets but you are situated under the trees. At Quaking Aspen Campground, aspen and mature ponderosa pine trees provide a welcome respite from the heat. Campground was quiet and clean. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Hikers find many interesting trails to explore. LOVE this campground. Mostly pine trees (didn’t see any aspen - quaking or otherwise), mountain wildflowers and crisp, clean air. Discover and book tent camping, RV parks, cabins, treehouses, and glamping—everywhere from national parks to blueberry farms. © 2020 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved. Watch out for fire warnings preventing open fires. Request these additional visitor guides selected below. 5 of the campsites are first come first served. The section we stayed in was just off t... Dunlap, CA 93621 Always confirm information with the service provider and check for any recent changes that The trees are a shimmering brilliant green in the spring and deep russet-gold in the fall. the community for maintenance and development of the Campendium website. Ranger District: We offer a compact version of Go-Newmexico for mobile users, allowing you to access just the information you need on the road. Bike ride from Quaking Aspen Campground to Camp Nelson (8 miles downhill) = Have someone pick you up in Camp Nelson. Real-time Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watch Warnings help keep our community safe. Some units can accommodate recreational vehicles up to a maximum length of 24 feet. Road to the park was not for LONG vehicles.There is a warning sign... Searchable listings of Gallup RV parks and campgrounds. The turnoff is just after you cross over a bridge. Only problem, the road was a one way around the camp. Have correct change. more. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. The cabin was well stocked. Return to Main Site. Closed for lunch between 12:00 - 12:30 PM, Hume Lake 11380 Kernville Rd Ranger District Interagency & Site Passes. Ponderosa Lodge (General Store) is literally 1 mile down the road in case you need ice, wood, or beers. Unfortunately, no cell service. Enjoy the silky, shiny green of summer and the eye-popping gold of fall: jury’s still out for which is more beautiful, which is why you’ll have to come twice. Several groves of Giant Sequoias are close by. RVs and tents are welcomed, as well as Man’s Best Friend; and as long as there’s a leash, your dog can experience this oasis with you! Site pads for tents, picnic tables and fire pits were relatively new. Hipcamp makes it easy to find unique camping experiences. You can send yourself an email as well. Your email and your recipient's email will NOT be shared with anyone. Fish great little streams such as Salmon Creek, Trout Creek, Jackass Creek, Fish Creek, and Corral Creek. There are more places to choose from in the Springville area. There are 32 campsites and 6 group sites. Sites B and D can each hold up to 25 people and 4 vehicles. There are swimming holes up and down this river. The campground also has 5 yurts available. Hiking is available on the many trails near the campground. Taylor Ranger District and it’s chock full of history in railroad logging. The trailheads are at the no fires signs. Make a right at road 208 toward Wishon. Hikers find many interesting trails to explore. Vault toilets (which I did not use), trash cans, but no water. Click on any additional guides you would like to receive. Supplies are available at Ponderosa Lodge located approximately 2 miles from the campground. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. We've created a coalition with REI, Sierra Club and dozens of other organizations called Access Land which successfully advocated for California State Parks and the Federal Government to require open data in their future contracts. A nice basic campground in the forest. We love this campsite; there is a nearby trail head that will lead you to waterfalls, if you hike bring lots of water and be prepared to hike ten miles round trip. If you are an inexperienced or lone rider, this may not be a good pick Dome Rock – Beautiful view, great star gazing and astro photography *HIGHLY RECOMMEND* Easy, short hike up and breathtaking views-especially of the stars. BUT there are amazing trials and such beauty ALL around you! The campground was named for the quaking aspen trees that grow in the area. Sites were clean, level, and plenty long for our 22 ft trailer plus a truck. Join the movement to bring open data to your state today! REI - $13, Here is the list of things we did: Natural Waterslides – Hot Buttered Rump, From Johnsondale take Loyd Meadows Road North. A nice basic campground in the forest. I cannot believe how empty this campground was when I was there (June 2 & 3, 2017)! We have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp and are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper community be inclusive. Description Quaking Aspen Campground is home to the extraordinary trees of the same name. Become a Campendium Supporter and enjoy ad-free browsing plus bonus features! Take a day hike on the Baker Point Trail, Chute Trail, Jacobson Trail, Lion Ridge Trail, or any of dozens more. This is a GORGEOUS, but technical trail-even our group of experienced amateurs had some wrecks and had to push through. We would definitely use this spot again if we camp in the area. My site was fairly level. At other times when the campground is open, sites are first-come, first-served. Have you written a blog post about Quaking Aspen Campground? When you pass the boyscout camp the trailhead is 3.1 miles further north. Stopped for 1 day while traveling along I40. Group sites are adjacent to the main campground, and are available by RESERVATION ONLY. Taylor Ranger District and it’s chock full of history in railroad logging. Quaking Aspen Campground has 7 group campsites. The highlight of our trip was riding horses with Charlie at the nearby pack station. Great for mountain biking trails. Natural Waterslides and swimming holes: From Quaking Aspen Campground Take 190 toward Porterville. Hipcamp is working closely with the government to allow bookings here asap. Bring your own tents, vans and truck campers, trailers, RVs. Dome Rock is 4 miles south of Quaking Aspen and a short walk to the top from the end of the road for a fine view of The Needles and Lloyd Meadow basin area. The campsites have amenities similar to other areas of the campground, including piped water and vault toilets. Quaking Aspen Campground Loop Trail [CLOSED] is a 3 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Springville, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. Campsites designated as accessible are usually reserved for those with limited physical mobility. - National Park, National Forest, State Park, Q&A - Ask the Community about Quaking Aspen Campground, Written by someone with an affiliation to the property, Duplicate review submitted by the same member, Multiple reviews submitted by members of the same household, Reviewer did not actually visit the location, The Best RV Parks and Campgrounds in the Florida Keys, America's Top National Parks for RV Camping, The Mighty 5: All the Camping in Utah’s National Parks, The Top 15 States for RV Camping in National Forests, Boondocking in Prescott & Tonto National Forests, The Best State Park Campgrounds in Each State. Be the first to add a video for Quaking Aspen Campground! Sanitary facilities, potable water, tables, and BBQ stoves are provided. At some campgrounds when all other sites have been taken, those without disabilities may reserve an accessible site. See our full. M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees for those sites include 2 vehicles each. (559) 920-1588 Would you recommend Quaking Aspen Campground? This is a great campground. The parking area does not accommodate RV hookups. There is a pay box, no camp host. Stopped for 1 day while traveling along I40. The campground has 32 single family units, two of which are accessible, including a vault toilet. No cooking or pets are permitted in the yurts. It's close to immaculate (I say *close to* because there's no host so people have been sloppy with the trash cans), the sites are all nice and mostly level--and many of them are huge. more. Campers at Quaking Aspen Campground enjoy the beauty of the area's quaking aspens. M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m Campendium users haven't asked any questions about Quaking Aspen Campground, This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com, This was a relatively great location for the price. Park on right and start hike by going through the green gate at forest road 22S83. Learn more about our photo removal policy if you would like to proceed with flagging this photo for removal. River, streams, trails, and remote roads offer many recreation opportunities. Quaking Aspen Group Campsite Reservations, Sequoia National Forest - Quaking Aspen Campground.