Tenmile campground
Tenmile
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and has 15 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears and mountain lions. Visitors should take precautions to properly store their food and dispose of their trash.
The best time of year to visit is from June to September when the weather is warm and dry. Average temperatures range from 70-80°F during the day and 40-50°F at night. It is important to note that the campground may be closed during the offseason due to snow or other weather conditions.
Overall, the Tenmile Camping Area is a great spot for nature lovers to enjoy the beauty of Northern California's mountains and valleys.
What's on-site at Tenmile
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 Tenmile, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenmile Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Landslide Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Landslide | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Logger Flat Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Aspen Hollow Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tenmile -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 109 cfs | → |
| San Joaquin R Bl Friant Ca | 452 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 16 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 27 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 16 cfs | → |
| Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tenmile -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackcap Basin Goes | 3.4 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Charlotte Lake | 0.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Burnt Corral Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tamarack Summit | 0.7 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Huntington Lake | 1.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kaiser Point | 0.4 in | 0.0 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
- Sierra National Forest
- Willow Court Park
- Wilderness Dinkey Lakes
- Miller Brown Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Bearskin Creek
- Tenmile Creek
- Hume Lake Fishing Pier (South)
- Hume Lake
- Hume Lake Fishing Pier (North)
- Big Meadows Creek
Points of interest
- Buck Rock Lookout
- Mcgee Overlook
- Indian Basin Grove
- Marble Mountain View
- Converse Basin Grove
- Junction View
Paddle runs
- Wilderness Boundary Just Below Tokopah Falls (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Confluence With The Middle Fork Kaweah River
- Lake 10,559 (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Wilderness Boundary Just Below Tokopah Falls
- Wilderness Boundary (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Boundary Of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
- Confluence Of Lone Pine And Hamilton (Deer) Creeks (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Wildernes Boundary
- 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
- Outlet Of Martha Lake (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Northwestern Boundary Of Kings Canyon National Park
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 Tenmile as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tenmile
Can I make reservations at Tenmile?
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 Tenmile?
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 Tenmile.