Clover Meadow Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically opens in early June and operates through October, weather permitting. The access road is closed during winter months.
Occupancy limitations
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…
Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
About
Clover Meadow Campground sits at high elevation in the Sierra National Forest, nestled among lodgepole pine and fir trees along Clover Meadow. This small, primitive campground offers a quiet basecamp for exploring the nearby Ansel Adams Wilderness, with multiple trails departing from the area for backcountry adventures. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, drinking water available from a hand pump, and each site has a picnic table and fire ring. There are no fees to camp here, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit. Access requires a drive of approximately 52 miles from North Fork via Minarets Road (Forest Road 81), taking about 1 hour and 45 minutes. High-clearance vehicles are recommended, and the maximum vehicle length is 20 feet due to narrow, winding road conditions. The access road closes in winter, limiting the camping season to roughly June through October.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north to Road 200. Turn right and travel east to North Fork. Continue through North Fork to Minarets Road (Forest Road 81). The Clover Meadow Ranger Station is 52 miles from North Fork, approximately 1 hour 45 minutes driving time. At the ranger station, turn left on Road 5S47 and travel half a mile to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 877-2218 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!