Kelty Meadow Campground Introduction

13 reviews

Kelty Meadow Campground Introduce

Kelty Meadow Campground, located in Wishon, CA 93669, offers a serene and remote camping experience within the Sierra National Forest. You can contact them at (559) 642-3212 or +1 559-642-3212. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, it provides a quiet escape into nature, ideal for those seeking tranquility.

Environment:

The campground is situated approximately 40 minutes from Oakhurst and involves a drive of about 14 miles from Highway 41. The approach includes a mix of paved and dirt roads, with the final 4 miles being a combination of both. The terrain requires careful driving due to potential potholes. The area is characterized by its peaceful and quiet environment, with free-ranging cows and its status as a horse camp. A stream is present, providing water for washing dishes, but drinking water must be brought in. The natural environment promotes relaxation and a connection with nature.

Services and Features:

Vaulted toilets (pit toilets), well-maintained.
No potable water; stream available for washing dishes.
Remote location requiring careful driving on mixed paved and dirt roads.
Horse camp with free-ranging cows; dogs should be kept leashed.
Quiet and peaceful environment.
Single and double campsites available.
Reservation system can be confusing; contacting the camp host at Soquel Campground is recommended.
Bring printed travel directions.

Based on customer reviews, Kelty Meadow Campground is highly regarded for its peaceful atmosphere and natural setting. Visitors should be prepared for the remote location and the need to bring their own drinking water. The presence of cows and its designation as a horse camp require awareness and appropriate precautions. The campground offers a unique camping experience for those seeking a quiet escape into the Sierra National Forest. It's recommended to arrive prepared and to confirm reservation details with the camp host.

Details

Amenities
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Restroom
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids

Location

California Madera County Wishon

Customer Reviews

4.0

13 reviews

Asia Rose Lovett

Aug 09, 2023

40 mins drive from Oakhurst. Vaulted toilets. No water but there's a stream to collect water from for washing dishes. We brought up drinking water in 5 gallon jugs. Its a horse camp and cows free range here, so keep dogs tied up. The online reservation system is confusing. We ended up driving up and talked to the camp host at Soquel Campground nearby to get a campsite. There are double and single campsites. It was very quiet and peaceful when we went.

Bill Leland

Nov 13, 2017

Probably my favorite camp site for the year. From Highway 41 it is about 14 miles in. The first 10 miles or so is paved, and the last 4 miles becomes dirt for a while, paved for a while. Just go slow, avoid the pot holes and all is good. Loved the campground it was so peaceful out there, you can feel yourself relax. Bring water, etc. There are pit toilets, very well kept. Make sure you print out the travel directions when you reserve a spot.

Lacey Peters

Jul 13, 2016

Very quiet and scenic campsite in the forest. You do have to drive a very long and windy road to get there. Towards the top, there are many potholes, so be prepared. Wonderful grounds keeper though. She will bring wood directly to you if you want.

Ben Tweed

Aug 14, 2019

A darn fine campground in an amazing and secluded place. Central to a lot of the Sierra forest attractions, if your able to set Kelty Meadow as a basecamp and do a whole lot of driving. Primitive camping, but that's how camping should be. Don't get lost, there has been some confusion with directions how to get there. But if you're reading this now, youre looking in the right spot. I really hope you enjoy this camp, I know I did.

Christoph Lossin

Sep 08, 2020

Excellent, well-kept but remote camping site. Takes about 20 minutes from CA-41/632 branching point into the forest. Some rough road.