Sandy Flat
Open year-round. Campfires may be prohibited during high fire danger periods; a fire permit is required for campfires, barbecues, and camp stoves. First-come-first-served and reservable sites available via Recreation.gov.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 9 at 10:02AM 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...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * 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
Sandy Flat Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Lower Kern River at 2,350 feet elevation in Sequoia National Forest. The campground features 35 family sites arranged in a single loop among large boulders, relics of the ice age scattered throughout. Six of these sites are walk-in only. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with paved roads and paved site pads throughout. The Lower Kern River provides excellent recreation opportunities directly from camp. Trout fishing is popular along this stretch, and the Hobo Fishing Trail offers a short walking path along the water. River wading and floating attract visitors during warmer months, with local outfitters available for whitewater rafting when spring runoff increases water levels. The campground is operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation under a USFS concessionaire permit. Sites are limited to 24 feet in length, making this campground better suited for tent camping and smaller RVs or trailers. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 PM to 6 AM. Pets are welcome on leashes no longer than 6 feet.
Directions
From Highway 99, take Highway 178 east for 4 miles. Turn right on Borel Road, then right onto Old Canyon Road. Continue about 2 miles, then turn right into Sandy Flat Campground.
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 | $36 - $72 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 376-1269 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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