Wishon Bass Lake
Open for the 2026 season. Reservations available through Recreation.gov with some first-come, first-served sites. Two-night minimum on weekends, three-night minimum on holidays.
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Forest Order - Recreation Sites, Roads, and Trails
The net effect of this order is to reopen Kinnikinnick Campground and Florence Lake Picnic Area (i.e removing them from Exabit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list).
About
Wishon Campground occupies a densely forested spot across the road from Bass Lake in the Sierra National Forest's Bass Lake Ranger District. At 3,400 feet elevation, the camp features stands of manzanita, oak, cedar, and pine that provide excellent shade throughout the day. Thick undergrowth between sites offers more privacy than many developed Forest Service campgrounds. Some sites along the lake side have filtered views of the water. Bass Lake is a popular recreation destination offering a beach and boat ramp. Swimming, motorized boating, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing, sailing, and fishing are all accessible from the area. The lake holds bass, trout, bluegill, and catfish. Nearby hiking trails include Willow Creek (2.7 miles), Goat Mountain (2.6 miles), Spring Cove (2.6 miles), and the Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (1 mile). Miller's Landing Resort adjacent to the campground provides additional services including a general store, pay showers, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Yosemite National Park's South Entrance is approximately 24 miles away.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222 toward Bass Lake. Keep right for 3.5 miles to the campground registration office. Keep left and continue to Wishon Bass Lake Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $52 - $104 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 642-3212 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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