Kirch Flat Group Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; unreserved dates may be available first-come, first-served. No potable water or trash service. Maximum 14-day stay within any 30-day period.
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
Kirch Flat Group Campground occupies a large sandy flat on the banks of the Kings River where it meets Pine Flat Reservoir. At roughly 1,000 feet elevation, the site is shaded by oak and pine trees and offers views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada foothills and river canyon. The campground is a single group site that accommodates up to 50 people with a maximum of 14 vehicles. The Kings River draws whitewater enthusiasts from late April through mid-July, offering a ten-mile run with Class III and IV rapids. Put-ins are available at Winfrey Mine and Garnet Dike upstream. Fishing and swimming in the river are popular activities, though the current can be deceptively strong. Several hiking trails access the Wild and Scenic portion of the Kings River upstream. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. There is no potable water, trash service, or cell coverage. The nearest services are in Sanger, about 45 miles and 1.5 hours away. Be aware that poison oak and rattlesnakes are common in the area.
Directions
Take Belmont Avenue east from Fresno. Follow Belmont Avenue until it turns into Trimmer Springs Road. Continue on Trimmer Springs Road past the community of Piedra and around Pine Flat Reservoir. The campground is located at the east end of the lake on the Kings River. Driving time from Fresno is approximately 1.5 hours.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.sierranfinfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 855-5355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Sierra NF Kirch Flat Group |
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