Camping Area

Kennedy Meadows Campground campground

California, USA Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed 36.052°, -118.130°
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Kennedy Meadows Campground -- California campground
Kennedy Meadows Campground California · Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed
About this campground

Kennedy Meadows Campground

Kennedy Meadows Campground in California (Sequoia National Forest) offers 37 first-come, first-served sites—no reservations or permits needed—plus nearby dispersed camping. Fees are ~$17/night. The campground features pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings/grills, and seasonal drinking water (check availability); no hookups, but RVs up to ~30 ft are allowed. Set in a peaceful, high-alpine meadow at 6,200 ft with surrounding pines, it’s a serene base for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail or exploring nearby Domeland Wilderness. Expect crisp mornings, stargazing, and wildlife. Best visited May–October when snow has cleared. Note: summer weekends can be busy; arrive early for a site.
StateCalifornia
WatershedTulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Latitude36.0518°
Longitude-118.1305°
Amenities

What's on-site at Kennedy Meadows Campground

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Kennedy Meadows Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Kennedy Meadows
Kennedy Meadows General Store
Fish Creek Campground
Troy Meadow Campground
Troy Meadow
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Kennedy Meadows Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Kennedy Meadows Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Beach Meadows 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows 169.8 in 0.0 in
Cottonwood Lakes 0.5 in 0.0 in
Inyokern 9.4 Wsw 0.0 in 0.0 in

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 Kennedy Meadows Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Kennedy Meadows Campground

Can I make reservations at Kennedy Meadows Campground?

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 Kennedy Meadows Campground?

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.

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