Dorst Creek Campground
Inside the park · 8 mi north of Lodgepole
Larger, more forested and higher than Lodgepole. A cooler, quieter alternative closer to the Kings Canyon boundary.
Price
$32
per night
Booking
Seasonal
Type
Campground
You'll book on Recreation.gov. We don't handle reservations.
Score breakdown
Weighted from seven categories.
Why it scores this way
Dorst Creek trades Lodgepole's amenities for a real forest feel and lower crowds. Better remote score, weaker comfort.
See methodology →Best for
- Groups seeking quiet
- Trail day hikers
- Anyone who missed Lodgepole
Good to know before booking
- Elevation 6,800 ft — pack layers
- No showers on-site
- Muir Grove trailhead leaves from the campground
- Closes for the winter, usually mid-October
Best time to camp here
- Best months
- Late June – September
- Higher demand
- July weekends
- Weather note
- Cool nights all summer; expect 40s by dawn.
Amenities
Essentials
- Toilets
Site features
- Firepits
- Picnic tables
Access & activities
- Trailhead access
Rules & extras
- Dark sky area
Tags
Location
Sequoia NP, CA
Inside the park · 8 mi north of Lodgepole
36.677° N, 118.786° W
Open in Google MapsNearby alternatives
Three campgrounds close by, each with a different trade-off.
Data note. Scores are editorial estimates from published park data, amenity lists and seasonal booking patterns — not live availability. Booking availability shown on partner sites is authoritative.
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Last reviewed: January 2026
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