Jackson Flat Group Campground
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Jackson Flat Group Campground
General Camping Info : Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest! Know Fire & Other Restrictions Before You Go! These conditions can affect your entire trip. For example, Extreme and Critical fire use restrictions mean no campfires and no portable cooking systems/stoves. Bring cold food and no S’mores. Be Bear Aware! Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears. Help keep bears wild by following these tips . Overview of Site: This campground is set among groves of pine and fir trees at an elevation of 7,500-feet. These sites are for walk-in tent campers only. A short walk about 200 yards leads to five group tent areas, which accommodate 30-40 people each for a total capacity of 180 persons. Sites 1, 2 and 3 have a maximum capacity of 40 people. These sites feature three long group picnic tables, one picnic table for food preparation, three bear-proof food storage lockers, one large barbeque grill, a group fire ring, one permanent trash can, and a water spigot. Sites 4 and 5 have a maximum capacity of 30 people. These sites feature two long group picnic tables, one picnic table for food preparation, two bear-proof food storage lockers, one large barbeque grill, a group fire ring, one permanent trash can, and a water spigot. Three restroom buildings with flush toilets are located throughout the campground. The campground has two large gathering areas with a central fire pit in each area and a water spigot nearby. Trails: • An observation deck and two nature trails are located within the campground. • A spur trail connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. • There is also a trail to Jackson Lake from the campground. Picnicking: Available at nearby Grassy Hollow Picnic Area For more site-specific info: Mountain High Resort manages this campground. Call (760) 316-7828.
Before you go
Season
Late April/early May
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Fees
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric Sites 1 2 3 = $230.00 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric Sites 4 5 = $180.00
Hours
These campgrounds are available by reservation only and are open from late spring to early fall. Closed in winter.
Scenic drives that pass close
Make it a night on a better road
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