Summerdale Campground
The campground typically operates June through November. Reservations available through Recreation.gov with a three-day advance booking requirement. Two-night minimum on weekends, three-night minimum on holidays. Maximum 14-day stay. Fire restrictions may be imposed during hot, dry conditions.
Heat Advisory issued October 8 at 1:51AM PDT until October 8 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 101 degrees expected. Overnight lows between 70 and 75 degrees expected in the Sierra and Coastal Range Foothills where the thermal belt is strongest * WHERE...San Joaquin Valley, Sierra Nevada foothills, and Coastal West Hills. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to major risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those without effective cooling or hydration.
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.…
Sierra National Forest Fire Restrictions
This order restricts fire use, smoking, internal combustion engines, and open‑flame tools to specific designated areas or conditions. Outside those approved locations, all such activities are prohibited under 36 C.F.R. § 261.52.
About
Summerdale Campground is located in the Highway 41 Corridor of the Bass Lake Ranger District, an area known for its giant sequoias. The campground sits in a scenic wildflower-filled meadow surrounded by fir, cottonwood, and cedar trees, offering a shaded respite during warm summer months. Big Creek runs through the campground, providing excellent rainbow trout fishing and habitat for an active beaver population. The campground's proximity to Yosemite National Park makes it a popular base camp for day trips into the park. Nearby attractions include the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, Nelder Grove for walking among giant sequoias, and the Miami Motorcycle Trails Area for off-road riding. The 3.7-mile Lewis Creek National Recreation Trail is also accessible from the area. Each of the approximately 60 campsites features a paved parking area, picnic table, grill, and campfire ring. Vault toilets are available but potable water is not provided. The maximum vehicle length is 24 feet, and sites accommodate up to 6 people. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov with a minimum three-day advance booking requirement, two-night minimum on weekends, and three-night minimum on holidays.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst, continuing 12 miles past town. Just past Fish Camp, the campground entrance is on the left side of the highway, 1.5 miles before the Yosemite National Park south entrance.
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 | $47 |
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 | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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