Azalea Campground Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks California
Azalea Overview
Azalea Campground has 110 mixed-use campsites in the Grant Grove area of Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park. It is also open year round (although only a limited number of first-come first serve sites (20) are available from early November to early May). Campsites can be reserved from mid May through the end of October.
Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Many campsites have large parking pads, but range from 15 to 51 feet. Each site can accommodate up to 1-2 vehicles and 6 people. An overflow parking area is available. Each campsite also has a paved parking spur, food locker, table, fire ring and grill. Check in and check out time is 12pm. Generator hours are from 9am to 9pm.
Campground amenities include potable (drinking) water, flush toilets (no showers) and trash collection. The nearest dump stations (summer only) are located at Dorst Creek Campground (when open) in Sequoia National Park, or Princess Campground (​Hwy 180). The campground is also within 1/2-mile of Grant Grove Village and a visitor center, market, restaurant, & gift shop. Cell service is not available but you can get WiFi at Grant Grove/visitor center.
Azalea – Area Recreation
The outdoor activities include hiking through giant sequoia trees and magnificent Azalea shrubs. You can also bike, hike, picnic, explore historic sites, horseback ride, take a picture or two, fish, stargaze and enjoy the bountiful wildlife.
Other campground options in Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park are Dorst Creek, Crystal Springs, Lodgepole, Sunset, Potwisha and Buckeye Flat.
Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Camp Store
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Cell Service - None
- Comfort Station
- Drinking Water
- Dumpsters
- Equestrian trail
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Food Storage Locker
- Grills
- Overflow Parking
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets, Vault Toilets)
- Trash Collection
- Visitor Center
Activities
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic Sites
- Horseback riding
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Stargazing
- Wildlife Viewing
Grant Grove, California 93633
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# of Campsites:
110
Campsite Vehicle Size:
15 to 51 feet.
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
6,500
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First come, first serve
No showers on site
Bathrooms and water spigots available
$30 National Park entry fee
$18 per night camp fee ( cash, check, or card)
We stayed Wednesday, June 21- Friday, June 23
Favorite Site #s:
1 (off the road)
6 (shade)
17 ( where we stayed w/very large bolder/good shade)
39 (off the road)
57 (trees)
40 ( large w/rocks and trees)
69 (large)
83 (large/not alot of shade though)
Ranger staff camps near 90-110
In order to get a site, go to main bathroom area and pick up yellow envelope/slip. Place money in envelope with your info and drop in box. Tear off slip and hang on camp site post.
You can tell how long someone is going to stay and when they are going to leave by looking at the yellow slips on the site posts.
Pine cones make good kindling and can be found throughout the park
Bring canopy because shade moves and can be scarce
General Grant tree is in walking distance. Trail in campsite leads you straight to it.
No showers. Closest showers are at John Muir lodge. Showers are open 9-5:30. Need cash to purchase coins for showers.
Visitor’s center is very helpful and there is a small gift shop, museum, market, and a food court that is going to open soon.
Panaramic Point was worth driving up the small country road to get to. After looking at the view continue to a 2 mile hike which is doable pre altitude adjustment.
We used 3 gallons of water over 48 hours.
People tended to leave wednesday, friday, and sunday (good days to come) make sure you get to campground EARLY if you want a good site. We recommend around 10 a.m. because checkout is at noon. Drive around to see who is packing up and make sure to stay near the site until it is free. People can get rather territoral when it came to choosing sites (it is first come first serve)
As we left we saw a large line to get into the national park. It must have been at least an hour and a half wait. If you go during the weekend be prepared for that.
Thank you for this great info. I’ve camped at Lodgepole over the past few years but haven’t been able to book a site for the last two years and wasn’t sure how the first come first serve sites would work. Your information is very helpful. I also read this year that the Grant Grove showers are no longer available, but haven’t been able to confirm that.
Site 60 looks snug.. will a 17ft van fit? Thanks
Hi Emily,
According to Rec.gov the site allows for a maximum vehicle of 15 feet. With that said – there is usually a little more room (overhang out back). All wheels must be on paved surfaces and vehicle needs to be out of camp road. Here’s the link to Rec.gov for the site: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campsites/10124561
Hello there, camp site #60 says it allows up to 2 cars. Can an extra car be allowed for a fee or is there a parking lot for overflow cars please? Thanks!
Hi Catherine,
Campsite #60 is one of our favorites. It can accommodate up to 2 vehicles and 6 people. Generally they don’t permit more than the allowable limit, but sometimes you get the okay from the camp host. There is an overflow parking area (toward entrance) at Azalea Campground.
Beautiful higher elevation campground at Grant Grove, large cedar and sequoia trees, walking distance to General Grant tree and Grant Grove market and restaurant. Be prepared- most sites are very unlevel and there is no cell & internet (don’t count on it). Would absolutely stay again.
Want to stay in campsite 6 or 17. The website says that these are tent only spots which allow for 2 vehicles. However, I have a 14′ teardrop trailer with no generator or A/C that would fit in the driveways . Can I still book one of these sites with my trailer? Thanks !!
Hi Charlene,
Yes – you can park/use your teardrop trailer in either campsite #6 or #17 as long as both vehicles fit on the paved parking surface. Campsite #6 has a combined maximum vehicle length of 39 feet and campsite #17 as a combined maximum vehicle length of 29 feet. Have fun!
October, 2023: note that Azalea is no longer first come-first serve. It’s listed in Recreation.gov. I just made one for a couple nights before the camps close for the season (Oct. 9).
Thanks JJ!
We updated the information on Azalea campground.
I’m looking at campsite 110 and it looks like it’s rock, is it flat and soft enough for a big tent?
Hi John,
There is a good size ‘dirt’ area up by the food storage locker/table to pitch a big tent. I’d say about 20×20. Tent stakes should go in okay.
Hi! My family and I will be staying next month at site 6 (we have previously used site 7 when our family was much smaller) however 7 wasn’t available when we chose our space. Would you happen to know if there is decent space to put up tents at this space. It’s hard to tell by the photos. We will have 3 tents so I’m trying to make sure we will all fit. I appreciate your knowledge and help.
Hi Kristin,
Azalea campsite #6 is one of our favorite/best campsites there. It is large, fairly level, good shade – and has space for 3 larger (but not huge) sized tents.
I’m looking at site 101. It’s listed as RV only but I just have a tent. Can I still use that site with a tent only?
Hi Erin,
You do not need an RV to camp at site #101. Tent camping is okay at the campsite.
My family and I are going to site 91. It says tent pad is 7 by 9 but the picture looks way bigger. Will a 10 x 12 ft tent fit at that site?
Hi Ashley,
Yes, your 10×12 ft tent will fit in campsite #91. Have fun!
Awesome! Thank you so much. And I posted twice because my original comment didn’t show up at first. Thanks for the response!
You’re welcome Ashley!
Hi there,
Looking for a large flat site that can accommodate two 6 person tents, and be good for kids age range 2-10. Looking between sites #40, #6, or even #17. Open to other recommendations if anyone has great sites please. Thank you!
Hi Emily,
I think sites 6, 17 and 40 are good ones to consider and would work for two 6-person tents (and good for kids). Other campsites to consider: 50, 57, 60, 74 and 83. Have a great time camping with your family!
Can campsite 91 fit a 10 by 12 tent?
To add to this question. The site says only 7 by 9 but the picture looks like it is way bigger. And I don’t have a 7 by 9 tent
I’m wanting to use Site 40 and remember it being quite long for the pad. It says 21′ for a trailer, but I would be able to clear the parking curb and fit quite a bit more, correct? It’s great for kids with the boulders.
Hi Peter, yes – campsite #40 is a great one (one of our favorites) and the kids will love climbing those boulders. There is quite a bit of overhang room out the back (beyond the curb). Not sure how many feet between your back wheels and rear bumper but you should be able to overhang 4-5 feet.
It’s hard to tell from the picture but how is the parking pad on site 11? The gov site states its 41ft long, but is there space to park to vehicles side by side or just wide enough for a single row? Any info would be helpful. Thanks!
Hi Andy,
The parking spur for campsite #41 is nice and long (about 41 feet with a little overhang possible out the back). The paved width is around 13 feet. Hope this helps some.
Thank you for the quick response and is the parking spur fairly level?
You’re welcome and yes, site #41 is level.
I just noticed but I was asking about site #11 and not #41. What that just a typo?
You’re right – my bad – I focused in on ’41’ (parking spur size) as the campsite instead of campsite #11. Unfortunately (based on our photo and others) I can’t be definitive on the parking arrangement (side-by-side, size, etc.). And whether it is level or not. It does look to have a slope but not sure how much of that is where you park. I’m going to schedule a reshoot (photos) but will need to wait until the snow clears. FYI – Google Earth did drive through the campground but that loop was closed when they visited.
Understood and thank you for the help.
My family and I are going to site 18. It says tent pad is 7 by 9. Will a 10 x 12 ft tent fit at that site? BTW, is there shade in site 18? Thanks!
Hi Grace,
You’ll have some decent shade at the site. Also, your 10×12 foot tent should fit in the area behind the large trees.
Have fun!
My family will be tenting at site 19- how is the shade at that site? Trees close enough for hammocks? Is there enough “privacy” between our neighbors (we will have our dog with us) ?
Hi Stef,
Campsite #19 is nice! Large site with good shade and decent privacy. Not sure if the trees are close enough for hammocks though. Have a great time!
I’m looking for a large flat site that can accommodate 2 vehicles (small or midsize SUVs, most likely) and 4 2-person tents. There will be 4 of us, so we’re not over the 6-person limit, but want to have space for our separate tents without feeling too crowded toward the fire ring and bear box Thank you for your site, it’s so helpful for planning from long distance!
Thank you for the kind words Amanda and glad our site has helped with your planning. I’d take a look at (consider) these campsites:
10, 14, 40, 50, 57, 60, 62 and 83. Hope you have a great time!
Any recommendations for two sites next to each other that can accommodate a camper van at one site and a 21′ travel trailer at the other? Bonus points if there are good rocks to climb for a toddler! Thanks
Hey Cody,
I’d look at (consider) these Azalea campsites that should work for you (one with room for 21′ travel trailer, camper van, etc.):
4/5/6
21/22
38/39 (39 has a few nice boulders for climbing)
40/41 (40 has some really nice boulders, but these sites are across the street from one another, not side-by-side)
43/44
54/55
56/58
61/62 (62 has a nice boulder or two for climbing)
83/84
Hope this helps. And have fun up at Azalea campground!
Just booked campsite #50 for end of June. I’m worried there is zero shade. We have 2 small kiddos but it was the only spot I could get with the dates I needed. Is there decent shade anywhere in the site? W have a small 18 ft trailer.
Hi Jessica,
Azalea campsite #50 is one of our favorites/best in the campground. It is large, flat and private. It does not have much shade though – a little in the morning and some in the late afternoon. A portable shade canopy would help some.
Staying at site 81 in July. How is the shade and privacy? Are trees close enough for hammocks?
Hey Eric,
Campsite #81 is tucked up under/near some big trees that provide good shade to the site. Not sure though if any trees are close enough for a hammock. Have a great time up there!
I am interested in the campsites 38 and 39. I have a small 15 ft teardrop and my two friends have tents. Both sites say tent…but I wondered if I can fit where the cars park can I stay in my teardrop?
Hi Jason,
Campsite #38 has a maximum vehicle length of 20 feet, and site #39 is 21 feet. Both sites allow for only one vehicle (and 6 people per site). You can park/use your 15-foot teardrop in one of the sites and one other vehicle in the other site. Overflow parking is available if you have a third vehicle.
Hi there,
Wondering if site 6, 40, or
60 is best for two 6 person tents and has flat level
Ground and good for kids ages 2-11? Thanks!
Hey Emily,
Azalea campsites 6, 40 and 60 are all among our favorite/best sites in the campground. They have some great privacy (lots of space) and tree shade. They are also all fairly level but site 60 looks to have a little more level areas for your two tents. Each site can accommodate up to two vehicles. Site #6 can accommodate a vehicle up to 39 feet, site #40 up to 21 feet and site #60 up to 15 feet. Each also has a capacity of 6 people. Sites 40 and 60 have some boulders for the kids to play on. I’d probably lean more toward #60. Have a great time!
Hi. I’ve never been to Sequoia NP before. We are planning to be there in April 2026. Looks like the Azalea Campground is the only one open and it is First Come First Serve. What are the chances we will be able to get one for a few nights? Unsure how busy the campgrounds are at that time of year. Thank you in advance!
Hi Daniel,
I think you’re really going to like Sequoia National Park in April. It’ll be a little cooler and some snow around. Be sure to check current road conditions before you go. You’re correct that Azalea is the only campground open in April and there are a limited number of first-come, first-serve campsites (about 20-25). Chances are good you’d get a site if camping mid week, but there should also be some available over the weekend (I’d try and arrive Friday morning if planning on staying over the weekend). Have fun!
trying to stay at site 18 in July. the site accommodate 2 vehicles?
Hi Mike,
Yes, Azalea campsite #18 can accommodate up to 2 vehicles (parking spur is 29 ft. long), and 6 people.
I would like to book this campground and site 106 is the only one available for the few days we’d like to go. The driveway grade says severe and only a 7×9 foot level spot. Would we be able to use this site with our 27ft travel trailer? Thank you!
Hi Melissa,
Azalea campsite #106 does not have a ‘severe’ grade. It can accommodate a trailer or RV up to 39 feet and the parking spur grade is slight – dropping down a little from front to back. Not sure why Rec.gov classified it as a ‘severe’ grade. Your 27′ trailer should fit/work fine. The 7×9 foot level spot is referring to the tent pad area . . . but actually most of the site (dirt area) is pretty flat.
I’m looking at #60 and have a 14×10 tent, will that size work for it? If not, any better sites to accommodate? Thanks!
Hi Sarah,
Azalea campsite #60 is one of our favorites. And yes, it has plenty of room to pitch a 14′ x 10′ tent.
We will be coming to Sequoia in spring 2027 with a 35′ 5th wheel towed by a large diesel Ram – for a total length about 60′. My research indicates few sites that will accommodate us – sites 86, 93, 41 and possibly 106 – can you confirm what site would be best and if I am overlooking any other sites that may work? I am hoping the 13′ width will park our truck OK on an angle. Thank you.
Hi CJ,
Here are a few other Azalea campsites that should work with your rig/set up ->
These have pretty wide parking spurs where you an go side-by-side, or at least angle your truck across the front: #31 = 44′ long, #33 = 41′, #34 = 44′, #35 = 46′, #42 = 45′, #44 = 40, #67 = 40′, #82 = 43′, #97 = 40′ and #100 = 41′. Site #24 at 46′ in length may also work.
How are camp sites 66, 67, or 68?
Are the tentpads flat or on a slope?
As far as shade how is it for those spots?
Sadly some of the ones recommended were booked so these were open and are close to a bathroom and water faucet.
Hi Vinny,
All three campsites (66, 67, and 68) look nice and have good room for tent(s). They also look relatively flat and get shade on/off throughout the day. Unfortunately we do not have anyone on site to confirm how flat the tent pad areas are and/or how much shade there is during the day.
Silly but still…is the nearest bathroom very far from site #17? 2 min 5 min walk? Thanks
Thats a tough one. I tried to reference on Google Earth vs the campground map but couldn’t pinpoint the campsite and nearest restroom. My guess is that the are about 500 feet apart.