U.S. Forest Service · Sequoia National Forest · CA

Sandy Flat

Paved driveway and parking spurs in a desert campground.Photo · USFS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
32Sites
50 ftMax rig

The place

Sandy Flat Campground is set back from the Lower Kern River at an altitude of 2,300 feet near the town of Lake Isabella. Campsites are a short walk from the river, offering countless recreational opportunities for visitors. Recreation Hiking, trout fishing, river wading and floating are popular pursuits. The Hobo Fishing Trail, a short walking trail, is nearby. Click here to learn more about the Lower Kern River, including safety and permitting requirements and a listing of local outfitters. Facilities Campsites are set along one loop in largely open sites. Keep reading

Large boulders, relics of the ice age, are scattered throughout the campground. River access is in the day camp area. Drinking water, picnic areas and vault toilets are provided. Natural Features The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the Forest's lower slopes. The Forest comprises about 1.1 million acres, and elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls. Nearby Attractions The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.

The sites · 32

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
SANDY FLAT001management25 ft
SANDY FLAT002management40 ft
SANDY FLAT003management40 ft
SANDY FLAT004management30 ft
SANDY FLAT005management35 ft
SANDY FLAT006standard nonelectric25 ft
SANDY FLAT007standard nonelectric45 ft
SANDY FLAT009standard nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT010standard nonelectric30 ft
SANDY FLAT011standard nonelectric35 ft
SANDY FLAT012standard nonelectric35 ft
SANDY FLAT013standard nonelectric35 ft
SANDY FLAT014standard nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT015tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT016tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT017tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT018tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT019tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT020tent only nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT021standard nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT022standard nonelectric50 ft
SANDY FLAT023standard nonelectric30 ft
SANDY FLAT025standard nonelectric30 ft
SANDY FLAT026standard nonelectric20 ft
SANDY FLAT027standard nonelectric35 ft
SANDY FLAT028standard nonelectric25 ft
SANDY FLAT029standard nonelectric35 ft
SANDY FLAT030standard nonelectric25 ft
SANDY FLAT031tent only nonelectric15 ft
SANDY FLAT032standard nonelectric50 ft
SANDY FLAT033standard nonelectric30 ft
SANDY FLAT034tent only nonelectric20 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company, a private concessionaire (parent: ExplorUS), under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

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