Whiskers Campground
Currently closed for the season. The campground typically operates from June through November. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Heat Advisory issued June 10 at 10:56AM PDT until June 13 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 105 expected. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...-Moderate Heat Risk
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.…
Supervisor's Office: Temporary Closure
In compliance with the 48-notice received from the City of Clovis, the Sierra National Forest Supervisor’s Office, located at 1600 Tollhouse Road, will be temporarily closed during a cape seal road project on Friday, June 5. For convenience, many SNF staff will remain remotely available.…
Wilderness Use Restrictions
Order 05-15-00-26-04 is part of the Sierra National Forest's responsibility to implement Designated Wilderness Use policies. The purpose of the Order is to protect natural resources and wilderness values while also providing for public safety. The Order is renewed every two years in accordance…
Food and Refuse Storage
Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all unattended food and garbage within Developed Recreation Sites on the Sierra National Forest be secured in bear‑resistant containers.
Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage
The Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all overnight visitors in Wilderness areas must use approved hard‑sided bear canisters or properly counter‑balance their food at least 15 feet above the ground and 10 feet horizontally from the trunk of a tree.
Rec Site Road Trail Closure Order
Effective through July 27, 2026 allowing for the continuation of repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails (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…
Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
About
Whiskers Campground sits along the scenic North Fork of Willow Creek in California's Sierra National Forest, east of Bass Lake in Madera County. This primitive Forest Service campground provides a quiet retreat with light usage, making it ideal for campers seeking solitude away from the more developed Bass Lake recreation areas. The campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets and garbage service at the entrance, though campers must bring their own water as none is available on site. Sites accommodate a maximum of 6 people each. Access requires navigating Central Camp Road (6S42), an unimproved dirt road approximately 4 miles from Bass Lake that is not maintained for low clearance vehicles. This is designated bear country, so proper food storage is essential. The maximum vehicle length is 20 feet, making this campground unsuitable for large RVs or trailers.
Directions
Take Highway 41 north from Fresno to Oakhurst. Turn right on Road 222 and travel to the east end of Bass Lake. Turn left on Central Camp Road (6S42) and travel approximately 4 miles to the campground. Note: 6S42 is an unimproved dirt road not suitable for low clearance vehicles.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $23.62 - $48 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 877-2218 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Whiskers Campground - USFS | |
| Sierra National Forest Alerts |
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