Jackass Meadow
Closed indefinitely due to hazard tree removal. Normal operating season is June through September when open. No reopening date has been announced.
National Forest System Roads
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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.…
Forest Order - Recreation Sites, Roads, and Trails
The net effect of this order is to reopen Kinnikinnick Campground and Florence Lake Picnic Area (i.e removing them from Exabit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list).
About
Jackass Meadow Campground is a scenic destination in the Sierra National Forest, positioned below Florence Lake at the edge of the John Muir Wilderness. The campground sits along the South Fork of the San Joaquin River, providing a tranquil setting surrounded by towering Aspen and Lodgepole pine. The area holds cultural significance with several Native American archaeological sites nearby. The campground offers 50 sites including single and double options, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and bear-proof food locker. Accessible vault toilets are provided. A 0.7-mile accessible hiking trail starts near the campground, and nature walks are held Saturday mornings during summer. Florence Lake Store, half a mile away, offers boat rentals and supplies, with a boat ramp providing access to the lake. A popular activity is taking the ferry from Florence Lake to access the John Muir Trail, which is part of the Pacific Crest Trail. The drive in follows Kaiser Pass Road, a narrow mountain road not recommended for vehicles over 25 feet.
Directions
From Clovis, take Highway 168 east through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. At Eastwood Visitor Center, turn right on Kaiser Pass Road and travel 23 miles to the campground near Florence Lake.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $38 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 46ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 46ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| vista@vista-rec.com | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 855-5355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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