Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp campground
Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp
The campground provides various amenities, including comfortable tent cabins, hot showers, and delicious meals served in the dining area. Additionally, there are picnic tables, fire pits, and potable water available for campers' convenience. It is important to note that reservations are required for this popular campground and can be made in advance.
The best time to visit Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp is in the summer months when the weather is generally pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. It is advisable to check the local weather conditions and pack accordingly to ensure a comfortable stay. Moreover, the area is known for its abundance of wildlife, so campers should be cautious and properly store their food to prevent any unwanted encounters. Exploring the nearby trails and enjoying the breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada mountains are definitely highlights of camping in this area.
What's on-site at Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Creek Side Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lakeside Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lakeside Bluff Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hillside Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Log Benches Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 133 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 20 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 34 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 19 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Lake | 2.6 in | 251.4 in | → |
| Cottonwood Lakes | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows | 169.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beach Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blackcap Basin Goes | 24.4 in | -1.8 in | → |
| Upper Burnt Corral Meadow | 17.8 in | -0.1 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
🌳 Parks
- Wilderness Jennie Lakes
- Wilderness Monarch
- John Krebs Wilderness (Draft Boundary)
- Sierra National Forest
- Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance
- Sequoia National Park
⚓ Boat launches
More boat launches →🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →⚑ Points of interest
- Buck Rock Lookout
- Marble Mountain View
- Junction View
- Mcgee Overlook
- Indian Basin Grove
- Converse Basin Grove
🛶 Paddle runs
- Confluence Of Lone Pine And Hamilton (Deer) Creeks (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Wildernes Boundary
- Lake 10,559 (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Wilderness Boundary Just Below Tokopah Falls
- Wilderness Boundary Just Below Tokopah Falls (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Confluence With The Middle Fork Kaweah River
- Atwell Mill Trail Bridge At ~5,800 Ft (Boundary Extends 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of The River.) To Boundary Of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
- Wilderness Boundary (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Boundary Of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
- 8,000 Ft Contour Line (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To The Atwell Mill Trail Bridge At ~ 5,800 Ft
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp
Can I make reservations at Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp.