Crystal Springs Campground Group Sites
36.7453, -118.9630 · Park boundary: National Park Service
The campground is typically open May through September. Reservations can be made up to four months in advance. All sites are reservation only. Crystal Springs campground is located 4 miles (6 km) from Kings Canyon Park entrance in the Grant Grove area. The campground is situated under open stands of evergreen trees at an elevation of 6,500 feet (1,980 m). Services can be found in Grant Grove Village.
- Every day
- All Day
This campground usually opens in late May and closes in late September, weather dependent. Group sites may be available later into September. Gates open or close at noon on campground opening and closing dates.
- Fall/Winter Closure (Subject to Change) · Sep 4, 2026 – May 19, 2027 · Closed
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Group sites at Crystal Springs Campground are for groups from 7 to 15 people. If you have a larger group, plan on getting more than one site, or choose a large group site at another campground.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Reservations for the Crystal Springs Group Campground typically open in January and can be made up to four months in advance of your stay. All sites are reservation only.
- Amphitheater
- Yes - seasonal
- Camp store
- Yes - year round
- Cell reception
- Yes - year round
- Drinking water
- Yes - seasonal
- Firewood for sale
- Yes - seasonal
- Food storage lockers
- Yes - seasonal
- Ice for sale
- Yes - year round
- Toilets
- Flush Toilets - seasonal
- Trash & recycling
- Yes - seasonal
- Dump station
- No
- Host on site
- No
- Internet
- No
- Laundry
- No
- Showers
- None
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
- RVs
- Not allowed
- Trailers
- Not allowed
- Access roads
- Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
- Classification
- Limited Development Campground
- Cell service
- A pay phone is available at Kings Canyon Visitor Center.
The path to the restroom here is not paved.
Group site F is designated as accessible for people with limited mobility. It includes an extended picnic table and an accessible parking space. However, the campfire ring is not raised and the path to the restroom is unpaved.
In summer, fire restrictions may be in effect if conditions are dry, even at higher-elevation campgrounds. When fire danger is very high, wood and charcoal fires (including campfires in fire rings and wood-burning stoves) may be prohibited. Check current fire restrictions online or at park bulletin boards before you camp.
Most services available at Grant Grove Village nearby (market, restaurant, post office, etc.).
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Crystal Springs campground is located 4 miles (6 km) from Kings Canyon Park entrance in the Grant Grove area. The entrance is on Crystal Springs Road.
This campground is at 6,500 feet (1,980 m). Summers are usually warm and sunny, however the weather can change at any time. Be prepared for three-season camping, even in summer.
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 on a leash 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 Gates open/close at 12 pm on open and close dates. Check-in at 12 pm or later. Check out before 12 pm. If you have not checked in by noon on the second day of your reserved, your reserved site may be considered unoccupied and opened to new campers. Buy firewood at local markets, do not cut standing or living trees. Please carpool at group sites.
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