Description

California, Horse Creek Campground, Lake Kaweah, US Army Corp of Engineers is located along Kaweah Lake just south of Sequoia National Park.

Directions:

From Visalia, CA, take HWY 198 for 20 miles east. Follow signs to campground.  The entrance will be on the left side of the highway after passing the dam.

Please see the Campbase map tab for an accurate location.  

Comment

Horse Creek Campground on Lake Kaweah is open all year with 76 RV and tent camp spots.  The campground is 10 miles south of Sequoia National Parks southern entrance and 5 miles south of the small town of Three Rivers.  Three Rivers has all the essential services including fuel.  The campground is located on the shores of Lake Kaweah.  Lake levels do fluctuate and on occasion do cover some camp spots.  There is a marina on the lake but not located at the campground.  The Lake Kaweah Marina at Lemon Hill offers boating and camping supplies, fishing tackle, a snack bar, boat rentals and fuel. Call 559-597-2526 for marina information.  The campground has pull-a-round camp spots for bigger vehicles.  Campbase estimates that big rigs to 40 feet can be accommodated.  All Camp spots are dry camping, hookups are not available.  Restrooms and showers are available.  Each camp spot has a picnic table and fire ring.  Some spots have awnings.  Not all parking pads are level.  The campground does have a dump station. 

Local Recreation:

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.  The entrance to Sequoia National Park is just 10 miles Northeast on highway 198.  You will find the Sherman Tree inside the park.

Crystal Cave is located approximately 40 miles from the campground inside Sequoia National Park.  One hour tours are available for $16.  Make your reservation at the information center near the southern entrance. 

The Slick Rock Recreation Area is on the Northeast side of Lake Kaweah.