Hungry Gulch
Operates as an overflow campground during busy holiday weekends only. The gate may be locked at other times. Call (760) 376-1269 to confirm access before visiting. Nominal season runs May through September. Campfire permits required; check current fire restrictions.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 9 at 7:51PM PDT until August 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...The Heat Advisory has been replaced with an Extreme Heat Warning. High temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees and multiple days of Major Heat Risk. Hottest temperatures expected today. * WHERE...San Joaquin Valley and adjacent foothills, Lake Isabella, and the Kern River Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and limited overnight relief may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon high temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees will occur until Monday, with the hottest temperatures expected today. Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid 60s to mid 70s with little overnight relief.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
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.…
About
Hungry Gulch Campground is located on a pine-covered hillside at 2,700 feet elevation in Sequoia National Forest, approximately 3 miles from Lake Isabella's western shores. The campground offers 78 individual family campsites on natural surface sites connected by a paved campground road. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Facilities include three concrete block flush toilets, drinking water from hand pumps, and a playground. Unlike typical seasonal campgrounds, Hungry Gulch operates as an overflow facility that opens during very busy holiday weekends when other Lake Isabella area campgrounds reach capacity. The gate may be locked during non-peak periods, so campers should call ahead to confirm access. Lake Isabella offers over 11,000 acres of water recreation including swimming, waterskiing, windsurfing, and fishing for crappie, bluegill, catfish, largemouth bass, and rainbow trout. The Kern River nearby provides additional hiking and fishing opportunities. Maximum vehicle length is 30 feet for RVs and trailers.
Directions
From Bakersfield, take Highway 178 to the town of Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella, take Highway 155 North approximately four miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 376-1269 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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