Atwell Mill
Located 19 miles from Highway 198 on the Mineral King Road.
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Atwell Mill Details
Atwell Mill Campground is located 19 miles from Highway 198 on the Mineral King Road, which turns off in Three Rivers, and 6 miles before the end of the road. The campground is situated along the East Fork of the Kaweah River in a once logged sequoia grove. 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: Mineral King area Sequoia National Park Elevation: 6,650 ft. Open: May-October Reservations: No reservations. First-come, first-served Fee: $12/night Number of sites: 21 RV/Trailer length: Tents only Pets: Permitted (Learn more about pet regulations) Groceries, showers: 1/2 mile to Silver City (restaurant, gifts, limited supplies and showers, no gasoline) Accessibility: 1 site is suitable for wheelchairs Ranger Programs: None Phone: Yes Restrooms: Pit toilets Food storage: Large food locker - 47"W x 17"D x 34"H Water: Water is turned off mid-October You are required to store food properly in order to protect bears. Learn more about bears and food storage in the parks. Download the Atwell Mill campground map for a larger, printable image. (PDF) http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/upload/atwell_mill2.pdf
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