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The Best Camping in Fresno County

Looking for the best camping in Fresno County? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Fresno County. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top camping spots in and near Fresno County

  • Fresno County, California

    Davis Flat Trail

    2.67 mi / 315 ft gain
    Davis Flat Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Dunlap, California.
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  • Miramonte, California

    Kings Canyon National Scenic Byway

    74.77 mi / 9373 ft gain
    Kings Canyon National Scenic Byway is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Cedar Grove, California.
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  • Hume, California

    Camp at Sunset Campground in Kings Canyon National Park

    Sunset Campground is minutes away from the King's Canyon National Park entrance. There are a total of 150 sites (2 group campsites) at this campground which can be reserved here. There are several bathroom, water faucets and even an amphitheater. Each campsite comes with a bear locker, picnic tab...
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  • Tulare County, California

    Hike the Sugar Bowl Loop in Kings Canyon NP

    4.5
    6.5 mi / 1480 ft gain
    First and foremost, to get to this trailhead you need to drive down a 2-mile, one lane dirt road that is quite steep. It is highly recommended you do this in an AWD or 4WD vehicle, especially since the road can be muddy from snowmelt or after a recent rain. We have a 2WD car but used chains for e...
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  • Tulare County, California

    Hike the Hart Tree Loop Trail

    7.4 mi / 1348 ft gain
    The trailhead is near Quail Flats down a dirt road. The road is sometimes closed due to flooding or snow or restoration - if the road is closed when you go, add 4 miles to the overall trail mileage.  The trail begins across from the Sugar Bowl trail. You will see lots of amazing landmarks on this...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Bretz Mill Campground

    4.0
    / 3286 ft gain
    Bretz Mill Campground is truly one of a kind - no fee, open year round, first come, first serve. This is a wonderful campground is an oasis for those seeking to picnic, cool off during hot summer days, or explore snowy trails. This is also a great place to spend the night when many campgrounds at...
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  • Hume, California

    Indian Basin Grove Loop Trail

    1.11 mi / 161 ft gain
    Indian Basin Grove Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Dunlap, California.
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  • Hume, California

    Camp at Princess Campground

    Situated just off the stretch of road that connects the two sections of Kings Canyon, Princess Campground is the perfect home base for exploring both Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. In addition to its central location, it takes reservations, so you can book a roomy spot well in advance o...
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  • Hume, California

    Hike and Fish Hume Lake

    2.7
    3.5 mi / 100 ft gain
    This spot is less than four hours from the Bay Area and offers everything you would ever want to do in the outdoors. The interesting thing about Hume Lake is that it is actually a Middle School and High School camp in the Summer and Winter. That being said, it is not the place to go if you are lo...
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  • Hume, California

    Hume Lake Loop

    2.83 mi / 190 ft gain
    Hume Lake Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Hume, California.
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Gigantea Campground

    3.0
    / 6326 ft gain
    Gigantea Campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. The campground is well shaded by sweet-smelling cedar, fir, and pine trees. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and grill. Trash service is not provided, so pack out everything you bring in. The campground offers potable water...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Swanson Campground

    5.0
    / 5709 ft gain
    Swanson Meadow Campground is a small campground that operates on a first come, first serve basis. The campground is very close to the shore of Shaver Lake and all the activities associated - fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, swimming, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, stargazing, and more. Boats are ...
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  • Shaver Lake, California

    Camp at Sawmill Flat Campground

    3.0
    / 6728 ft gain
    Sawmill Flat Campground operates on a first come, first serve basis and is generally open from June - December. The campground provides bathrooms, and each site is equipped with picnic tables and a fire ring. The maximum group size per site is 6. This is a popular campground with hunters.  Dinkey...
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  • Three Rivers, California

    Muir Grove Trail

    3.73 mi / 623 ft gain
    Muir Grove Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Stony Creek Village, California.
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  • North Fork, California

    Camp at Redinger Campground

    / 1426 ft gain
    Redinger Campground is fee-free, and operates on a first-come first-serve basis. The campground permits tent, trailer, and RV camping and offers vault toilets. Redinger campground is handicap accessible. You must obtain a permit to have a campfire. Bring enough clean water for cooking and drinkin...
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  • North Fork, California

    Camp at Smalley Cove Campground

    3.0
    / 1045 ft gain
    This campground operates on a first-come first-serve basis. Oaks and pine trees provide adequate shade. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and grill. The campground provides toilets and drinking water. Smalley Cove Campground is typically open year-round, but check with the U.S. Forest...
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