Cold Springs Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $32.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- October 15 to June 23
- Sites
- 40 total · 40 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 36.4513, -118.6124
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Cold Springs Campground free?
No. Cold Springs Campground charges $32.00. 40 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Cold Springs Campground?
Cold Springs Campground has 40 sites on record. 40 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Cold Springs Campground open?
The season on record runs October 15 to June 23. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Cold Springs Campground?
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.
What is the weather like at Cold Springs Campground?
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.
What are the rules at Cold Springs Campground?
Black bears are active in this area. Food and scented items must be stored properly to protect bears and other wildlife. When you arrive at the campground, be prepared to store all food and scented items in metal food-storage boxes provided at each site. Learn more about bears and the importance of food storage: http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/bears.htm Pets are permitted within the campground but must be leashed at all times. Leash should be no longer than 6 feet (1.8 m). Pets, including those riding in backpacks, are not allowed on any trails in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. For more information about pet regulations: https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/pets.htm
Nearby
- Cold Springs Campground (CA)0.1 mi
- Atwell Mill Campground3.2 mi
- BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND9.6 mi
- POTWISHA CAMPGROUND11.4 mi
- Lodgepole Campground12.4 mi
- Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park12.4 mi
- Grouse Valley Cabins15.2 mi
- Dorst Creek Campground16.8 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
