Forks Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Operates May through September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; some sites may be first-come, first-served. Two-night minimum on weekends, three-night minimum on holidays. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
SNF Rec Site Road Trail Closure Order
Forest Order No. 05-15-00-26-01 will be effective from March 25, 2026, through July 27, 2026. It allows for the continuation of repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails and supersedes Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-19.
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…
Temporary Fire Restrictions from Order 05-15-00-25-07 Lifted
Effective October 11, 2025, the Sierra National Forest is lifting temporary fire restrictions placed into effect by Forest Order 05-15-00-25-07 on June 27, 2025. Criteria for enacting and the lifting of fire restrictions through forest orders are based on National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS)…
Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
Wilderness Use Restrictions
Wilderness use restrictions within the Ansel Adams, John Muir, Kaiser, Dinkey Lakes, and Monarch Wildernesses located in the Sierra National Forest
Food Refuse Storage Order
Possessing or storing any food or refuse within a Developed Recreation Site in a manner that allows bears or other wildlife to gain access is prohibited
About
Forks Campground occupies a scenic hillside position overlooking Bass Lake within Sierra National Forest's Bass Lake Ranger District. At 3,400 feet elevation, the campground is sheltered beneath a canopy of cedar, ponderosa pine, and oak trees. The 26 sites include both standard and tent-only configurations, with several offering limited views of Bass Lake while others nestle adjacent to the creek. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, pedestal grill, stone fire ring, and paved parking spur. The campground provides flush toilets, including ADA-accessible facilities, and drinking water. An on-site host and security patrol serve the camp. Note that parking spurs cannot accommodate boat trailers. Bass Lake offers excellent recreation opportunities including swimming, motorized and non-motorized boating, water skiing, and fishing for bass, trout, bluegill, and catfish. The Goat Mountain Trail (2.6 miles) departs directly from the campground, with additional trails nearby including Willow Creek, Spring Cove, and the Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail. Yosemite National Park's entrance lies approximately 24 miles away.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 toward Bass Lake, keep right for 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake Campground office. After registering, continue approximately 1.25 miles to Forks Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $52 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 642-3212 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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