South Fork
Located 13 miles from Highway 198 on South Fork Drive, which turns off in Three Rivers.
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South Fork Details
South Fork Campground is located 13 miles from Highway 198 on South Fork Drive, which turns off in Three Rivers. The campground is situated in the foothills on the South Fork of the Kaweah River at the transition from oaks to evergreens. Opening and closing dates of areas and facilities may change depending on a variety of conditions: storms and related damage, water shortages, construction activities, hazard-tree concerns, and other issues. Region: South Fork in Sequoia National Park Elevation: 3,600 ft. (1,100 m) Open: All year Reservations: No reservations. First-come, first-served. Fee: $12/night (fee from May-October only) Number of sites: 10 RV/Trailer length: Tents only Pets: Permitted Dump station: No Groceries, showers: Three Rivers Ranger Programs: No Phone: No Restrooms: Pit toilets Food storage: Metal food locker - 47"W x 17"D x 17 34"H Water: No drinking water October-May. You are required to store food properly in order to protect bears. Learn more about bears and food storage in the parks.
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Lady Bug Trail
The Lady Bug Trail begins at the end of the South Fork Road, on the east end of South Fork Campground.
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Blue Ridge National Wildlife Refuge
Located in the Sierra Nevada, Blue Ridge National Wildlife Refuge is a wild space dedicated to the California condor.
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Atwell Mill
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Foothills Visitor Center
Exhibits on the foothills, which host more plants and animals than the rest of these parks combined.
