West Kaiser
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically open June through October depending on snow conditions and road access. No advance reservations, first-come, first-served only.
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.
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.
Termination of Forest Order No. 05-15-52-25-17
Termination of Forest Order No. 05-15-52-25-17 USDA Forest Service Sierra National Forest Garnet Fire Closure
Termination of Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-07
Termination of Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-07 USDA Forest Service Sierra National Forest Fire Restrictions
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.
Nelder Grove Historic Area Closure
Going into or being upon the Nelder Grove Historical Area as shown
Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Rehabilitation
Entering the Mammoth Pool boat launch rehabilitation area is prohibited
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
West Kaiser Campground is a small, primitive camping area in Sierra National Forest located along Forest Road 5 (Stump Springs Road) near the Kaiser Wilderness. The campground offers 10 first-come, first-served campsites distributed on both sides of the road, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and bear-proof food storage locker. Two vault toilets serve the campground. This is a pack-in, pack-out facility with no water or trash service provided. Campers must bring their own drinking water and haul out all garbage. The remote location and lack of amenities make this a lightly-used campground ideal for those seeking solitude and a true backcountry experience. The area provides access to the Kaiser Wilderness and surrounding forest roads. The campground is accessed via a 19-mile drive on Forest Road 5 from Old Huntington Lake Road near Big Creek. Due to its high elevation location, the campground typically operates only during summer and early fall months when snow has cleared from the access roads.
Directions
From Shaver Lake, travel 4 miles north on Highway 168 past Shaver Dam. Travel approximately 0.5 miles and turn left on Old Huntington Lake Road towards Big Creek. Travel 11 miles to the town of Big Creek, continue on Old Huntington Lake Road for 2 miles to the junction of Stump Springs Road (Forest Road 5), turn left and travel 19 miles to the campground. Campsites are on both sides of the road.
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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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 855-5355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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