CRYSTAL SPRINGS - KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARK

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Crystal Springs - Kings Canyon National Park


April 25, 2024

Crystal Springs is a picturesque camping area located in Kings Canyon National Park, California. It offers a range of amenities that ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides clean restrooms with flush toilets and potable water. Additionally, picnic tables and fire rings are available at each campsite, making it easy for campers to cook and enjoy their meals. The presence of bear-proof food storage lockers ensures the safety of both campers and wildlife.

Reservations are accepted at Crystal Springs campground, allowing visitors to secure their preferred campsite ahead of time. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance, especially during the peak summer season, as the campground can fill up quickly. The best time to visit Crystal Springs is during the late spring and early fall when the weather is pleasant, and the crowds are smaller. However, the campground is open from May to October.

While exploring Crystal Springs, campers can look forward to several points of interest nearby. The campground provides easy access to the majestic Kings Canyon, where visitors can embark on scenic hikes and enjoy breathtaking views. It is important to be cautious of bears in the area, as they are known to frequent the campground. Proper food storage and adhering to bear-safe practices are essential to ensure camper safety and minimize human-wildlife conflicts. Overall, Crystal Springs offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience amidst the stunning natural beauty of Kings Canyon National Park.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Chimney Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Tenmile Creek

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Steelhead

Coronet Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Spillway Fishing Site

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Common Carp Largemouth Bass

Hatch Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Desolation Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Big Meadows Creek

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Courtright Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lower Desolation Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Rancheria Creek

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Blue Catfish Brown Trout Kelp Bass

Balch Park Lakes, western lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Jennie Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Rainbow Trout

Old Pipe Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Dutch Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Mystery Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Corbett Lake

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Bravo Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Mallard Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lobe Lakes

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Hidden Lake

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Island Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Weaver Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout

Dinkey Meadow Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Hume Lake Fishing Pier (north)

American Eel Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Hume Lake

Apache Trout

Hobler Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Beryl Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Harvey Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Wishon Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Diamond-X Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Blackrock Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Kaweah Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Rainbow Lake

Apache Trout Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Kaweah River

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Little French Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Hooper Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Lower Golden Trout Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Golden Trout Rainbow Trout

Apollo Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Little Bravo Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Hume Lake Fishing Pier (south)

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lake Kaweah

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Lower Honeymoon Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Crater Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Scepter Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Balch Park Lakes, eastern lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Big Chief Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Rae Lake

Apache Trout Golden Trout

Bearskin Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

HEADWATER DEADMAN CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS RIVER
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CARSONRIVER
Upper Carson Watershed, California
HOOVER WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO LEAVITT MEADOWS CAMPGROUND
West Walker Watershed, California
STATE HIGHWAY 108 TO DONNELL RESERVOIR
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
RELIEF RESERVOIR OUTLET TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLARK FORK
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
ATASTRA CREEK
East Walker Watershed, California
WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
ROUGH CREEK
East Walker Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE WITH CLARK FORK TO DONNELL RESERVOIR
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California

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