Cold Springs Campground

§ 02 — OVERVIEW

The campground is typically open May through October. Reservations can be made up to one month in advance.

All sites are reservation only. Nestled among aspen trees and conifers, the campground is located near the Mineral King Ranger Station, 26 miles (42 km) - 1.5 hour drive time - from the Highway 198 junction in Three Rivers. There are limited services at Silver City Resort, 2.5 miles (4 km) west of the campground.

Best Seasons

springfall

§ 03 — LOCATION

Elevation

7,500 ft

Directions

Cold Springs campground is located 23 miles (37 km) from Highway 198 on the Mineral King Road. The road is narrow, winding and steep, deeply rutted in sections, and mostly unpaved. It is not advised for longer vehicles, including trailers and other recreational vehicles.

Weather Notes

This campground is at 7,500 feet (2,286 m). Summers are usually warm and sunny, however the weather can change at any time. Be prepared for three-season camping, even in summer.

§ 04 — AMENITIES

Amenities

Food Storage Lockers· Yes - seasonal

Trash & Recycling· Yes - seasonal

Toilets· Vault (seasonal)

Potable Water· Yes - seasonal

Fees

Camping Fee

This fee is valid for up to six people at a campsite.

32.00

Access or Senior Pass Camping Fee

Senior Passes and Access Passes provide a 50 percent discount on some amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. This does not apply to group campsites.

16.00

§ 05 — TRAILS NEARBY

Nearby Trails

Cold Spring CG

0.3 mi away· 2323 ft· Sequoia National Park

EasyHike

Cold Springs Nature

0.5 mi away· 1.4 mi· Sequoia National Park

EasyMulti-use

Timber Gap

1.1 mi away· 2.3 mi· Sequoia National Park

EasyMulti-use