Kelty Meadow
The campground is currently closed for the season. Typical operating season is May through October, depending on conditions. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov up to 3 days prior to arrival.
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
Kelty Meadow Campground offers a quiet, horse-friendly camping experience in the Sierra National Forest near Bass Lake. Situated at 3,400 feet alongside Kelty Creek, the campground is shaded by pine and cedar trees with 15 campsites spread across spacious, open terrain suitable for small horse trailers, slide-ins, tent trailers, or tents. Some sites feature hitching posts for equestrian use, though there are no corrals. Each campsite includes a picnic table, campfire ring, and grill. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable drinking water; however, a stock water supply is accessible from the creek for horses. Visitors enjoy horseback riding on nearby logging and forest roads, and Bass Lake is a short drive away for swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. The Shadow of the Giants National Recreation Trail, a 1-mile interpretive trail showcasing giant sequoias, is located just a few miles south of the campground.
Directions
From Highway 41, approximately 3 miles north of Oakhurst, take Road 632 (Sky Ranch Road) for 8 miles to the Y junction of 632 and 6S40. Stay left at the Y and continue 3 miles to Kelty Meadow Campground on the left.
Location
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 | $41 - $82 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| clm@clm-services.com | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 642-3212 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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