Upper Piney Camp campground
Upper Piney Camp
An interesting feature of the area is that it was once home to the Monachee people, who used the land for hunting and gathering. The best time to visit Upper Piney Camp is from June to September when the temperature is between 75°F and 85°F during the day and drops to 50°F at night.
The campground is a great base for outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and fishing. The nearby Kings Canyon National Park offers exciting hiking trails and superb scenery. Some popular trails include Zumwalt Meadow Trail, Mist Falls Trail, and the Cedar Grove Nature Trail. Swimming areas like the Roaring River Falls and Grizzly Falls are located a short distance from the campsite. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck at the Kings River, which is home to various species of fish like Rainbow and Brown Trout.
Overall, Upper Piney Camp is a great spot for a secluded camping experience with epic views and plenty of outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Upper Piney 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 Upper Piney Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Piney Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jerky Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Piney Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rocky Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Arroyo Seco | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Piney Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 46 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
| Salinas R A Soledad Ca | 211 cfs | → |
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 39 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 99 cfs | → |
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 36 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Ventana Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary
- 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment Of Sportsman's Lodge To Ventana Wilderness Boundary
- 0.25 Milesupstram Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge To 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge
- Headwaters To Sportsman's Club
- Headwaters North Fork Little Sur To Boy Scout Camp
- Boy Scout Camp To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
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 Upper Piney Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Piney Camp
Can I make reservations at Upper Piney 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 Upper Piney 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 Upper Piney Camp.