Kinnikinnick

Closed — Closed indefinitely due to hazard trees. The campground typically operates from June through October when open.

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.…

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.

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Rehabilitation

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch and access road closed for rehab

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…

Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure 05-15-00-25-19

Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.

Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure

Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.

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

Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 11:47AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA

11:47 AM — 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Low-end storm total of 10 inches and high-end total of 30 inches expected in Madera and Mariposa Counties and Yosemite National Park above 7,000 ft. Winds gusting to 55 mph or higher. * WHERE...Sierra Nevada above 7,000 feet. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

About

Kinnikinnick Campground sits under a dense canopy of fir and pine trees in Sierra National Forest, directly across from Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. At 7,000 feet elevation, the campground offers a cool summer retreat with some sites providing views of the lake. Each site includes a paved parking spur, picnic table, campfire ring, and grill. The campground is managed by California Land Management, with check-in at their office near the Eastwood Visitor Center at the east end of Huntington Lake. The location provides excellent access to Huntington Lake recreation including swimming, sailing, boating, kayaking, fishing, and water skiing. Nearby hiking trails include Rancheria Falls, Indian Pools, and Black Point. Hikers and horseback riders can access the 12-mile Kaiser Loop Trail connecting to an extensive trail network within the Kaiser Wilderness. The Billy Creek Guard Station museum is located nearby, and California Land Management sponsors interpretive programs throughout the summer. The 84-mile Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (Highway 168) offers a scenic day trip from the area.

Directions

Take Highway 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. Continue around Huntington Lake for 1.3 miles to Kinnikinnick Campground, located adjacent to Catavee Campground.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $92

Vehicle

Max RV Length 40ft
Max Trailer Length 28ft
Big Rig Friendly Yes
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email vista@vista-rec.com
Phone +1 (559) 893-2111

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

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Kinnikinnick Campground
Kinnikinnick Campground

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