Hume Lake Campground Sequoia National Forest California
35860 East Kings Canyon RoadHume, California 93628
661 702-1420
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Hume Lake Campground is located within Giant Sequoia National Monument and just a short walk to Hume Lake. The campground has 74 campsites for tents, trailers and RVs set among a forest of tall conifers. It is usually open mid May to mid September and all campsites are reservable.
Campground amenities include drinking water, flush toilets and trash collection. Each campsite has a parking spur (ranging in size from 15 to 42 feet), a table, fire ring, grate and food storage locker. Up to six (6) people and 2 vehicles are allowed per single-family campsite but your reservation only pays for one. There is an extra nightly charge for the 2nd vehicle. Double campsites can have up to 12 people and 4 vehicles. Hume Lake campground doesn’t have any overflow parking but the camp host may allow 3 (for an extra fee) if there is enough room. Check in is 2pm and check out is 12pm. Cell service is not available.
There is a small grocery store and gas station is within a half mile of the campground. You can also rent non-motorized boats here. A boat ramp is located on the other side of the lake and Sandy Cove Day Use Area / Beach is also on the other side of the lake.
Hume Lake – Area Recreation
Outdoor recreation include canoeing, kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife viewing. Although the campground is closed in the winter, you can also enjoy winter sports such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Princess campground is also nearby. It’s just 4 miles away and has 88 campsites available.
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19, 29, 34, 37, 64, 67
Regions
- Creek
- Giant Sequoia National Monument
- Lake
- Mountains
- National Forest
- National Forest Campgrounds
- Northern California
- Sierra Nevada
Campsite Types
- ADA
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
Season:
Mid May – Mid September
Elevation:
5,250
# of Campsites:
74
Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Boat Launch/Ramp
- Boat Ramp
- Boat Rental
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Cell Service - None
- Drinking Water
- Equestrian trail
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Food Storage Locker
- Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
- Grills
- Grocery Store
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Rentals
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets, Vault Toilets)
- Trash Collection
Activities
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Boating (non motorized)
- Canoeing
- Climbing
- Creek
- Cross Country Skiing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic Sites
- Horseback riding
- Kayaking
- Lake
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- OTV Trails/Riding
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Snowshoeing
- Stargazing
- Swim Beach
- Swimming
- Walking Trails
- Wildlife Viewing
- Winter Sports
- Winter/Snow Sports
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Just returned home from camping at Hume Lake! Awesome experience!!! Clean campgrounds, friendly staff, beautiful lake…can’t say enough!! Wish we were still there! Definitely going back!!
Just returned home from camping at Hume Lake!!! Awesome experience!!! Clean campground, friendly staff, beautiful lake..can’t say enough!! Wish we were still there! Definitely going back!!
How many people are allowed per camp site? How many vehicles?
Hi Brent,
At Hume Lake campground you can park two vehicles per site, but your reservation only pays for one. The extra vehicle is $5 per night. Up to 8 people are allowed per campsite.
How many tents are allowed on a single camp site?
Hi Bob,
Hume Lake campsites can accommodate 2 vehicles and 6 people. You can have as many tents per site as you can fit within your campsite boundaries.
Are there showers at the campsites? Thanks!
Hi Dee,
There are no showers at Hume Lake campground.
Are there any nearby showers outside of the campground that we can go to? If so, where? Thanks!
Hi Jen,
There are not any showers at or nearby Hume Lake Campground. Probably the closest is at Lodgepole in Sequoia-Kings Canyon NP (about 33 miles). Stony Creek Lodge may also showers (for a fee). It’s a little closer (about 19 miles away).
Does each campsite have a bear-proof storage locker?
HI Dee,
Yes, each campsite at Hume Lake has a bear-proof food storage locker.
Can we sleep in the car in the camp grounds?
Hi Akshata,
You can sleep in your car – in your paid campsite – at Hume Lake.
Hi Camp Ranger,
Is campsite #11 at Hume Lake reservable? I received a confirmation email from recreation.gov (with payment processed), however, the email includes a Campsite Notice that states “this is a non-reservable site” Hoping to confirm before driving out there next week.
Thanks!
Hi Will,
That’s strange. I just double checked Hume Lake campgrounds – site #11 – and it is reservable online. I recommend shooting them a message on their contact page to confirm, but I don’t think there will be an issue.
Appreciate the response!
What if we have a third car? Is there a place to park it close by or in the campground? Even paying a fee is understandable acceptable… Thank you.
Hi Dave,
I’m not aware of any overflow parking area at Hume Lake campground. And they are pretty strict about just having 2 vehicles per site (single family campsites) and 4 vehicles per site (for double sites).
How many first come first serve sites are there at Hume lake? Thank you. I tried to look on the web site but cannot seem to find that info…
Hello
This the first time that I’m going to visit this camping and will like to know how big can the tent be
Thanks Maria Martinez
Hi Maria,
You’re going to love camping at Hume Lake campground. Most of the campsites are quite large and can accommodate tents that are 10×12 or even a little larger. Which campsite did you reserve and I can double check.
I love Hume Lake! I usually only camp alone or with one other person, but this time I’m camping with my quarantine group of six people. However, due to work schedules we will not be able to arrive in only two cars. Is there a place nearby where we could park a third vehicle for a fee since it appears that only two vehicles are allowed per individual site? Thank you in advance!
Hi Leticia,
Hume Lake campground doesn’t have any overflow parking. You can park two vehicles per site, and if room – the camp host may allow 3 (for an extra fee).
Where do we check in? I reserved from that reservation site and there is no where that said about cars and when I finished my reservation it says tents 0 even though I clicked yes on tent and on the car section says 0.. will there be any problems with that you know?
Hi Miriam,
Even though your Recreation.gov reservation had 0 tents and 0 vehicles, you’ll be okay. Many people forget to indicate the # of tents/vehicles. Campsites at Hume Lake generally allow up to 2 vehicles and 6 to 8 people. You can fit as many tents as you have within your campsite area. Check in is 12pm and check out is 2pm. A camp host will visit your site to check you in, or you can check in with the camp host first.
Can you please tell me if the Hume Campground has a dump and fill station and if not is there one near by?
Hi Kim,
Hume Lake does not have a dump station. The closest RV/dump stations are at Canyon View Campground (Kings Canyon National Park and Moraine Campground (also in Kings Canyon NP).
What is the fee for adjusting reservations to another date? Do we lose the $8 deposit fee or is it transferable? All this information is not found on the website and no one is answering the phone. Thank you so much.
Hi Krystle,
Per Recreation.gov policy: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. You can read more about it here: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies
Also, a good number to reach Recreation.gov (who is responsible for reservations at Hume Lake) is: 877-833-6777.
Is check-IN at 12pm or 2pm? Is check-OUT 12pm or 2pm? There is mixed information. Thank you.
Hume Lake campground check in is 2pm and check out is 12pm.
Does every campsite have a fire pit? There are a few campsite photos where I’m unable to see if a fire pit is included. Would appreciate the clarification, thank you.
Hi Andy,
Yes, every campsite at Hume Lake should have a fire pit.
Hey there! We just reserved Site 64 for May 17th-20th and were given notice there was no running water. Will the toilets still flush? I’m ok with bringing water for campsite.
Hi Bill,
They will definitely have toilets working at Hume Lake (flush or vault). I’m not sure if the “temporary water outage” affects the flush toilets, but it may. Unfortunately we don’t have anyone from CampsitePhotos.com on site to confirm.
Bill, any updates about the campground and the water outage?
Single campsite allows 6 people, does that include children below 2 years as well? We are 2 couples with 3 children.
Hi Vedant,
Technically it does include children under 2. The final call comes from the camp host/ranger, but you should be fine.
Do we have to be at the campgrounds at a certain time to check in? We may be showing up later at night than we anticipated.
Hi Austin,
The check in for Hume Lake is 2pm and check out is 12pm. You can arrive anytime during the night to claim your campsite. The camp host may reassign if you don’t arrive by 8am the following day of your arrival date.
I have reservations for 3 different campsites for 31May – 4June. Is there any way to consolidate them to one site for tent camping?
Thanks!
Hi Cathy, You can always cancel your two other sites on Rec.gov, if that’s what you mean. Otherwise you’ll need to abide by the # of people and # of vehicles allowed per site. That varies per campsite and you can confirm at Rec.gov.
I was advised to bring all water necessary for drinking, cooking… due to the water shortage. Is there enough water in the lake for me to carry it to my campsite & use my water purification system (Sawyer Squeeze)?
Thanks!
Hi Cathy,
Hume Lake does have a good amount of water in it.
What is the latest time you can arrive at your campsite for check in? I read a Yelp comment saying they weren’t allowed to check in when they got there at 9pm and I’m worried about it since we were tryna arrive to hume lake around 8pm
Hi Midori,
Hume Lake campground check in is 2pm and check out is 12pm. I have not heard that 8pm is the latest you can check in. Generally they hold your spot until 6am the next morning (after arrival, but it’s always best to try and arrive before midnight. If you occupy your site by 12pm, you’ll be fine. The camp host/ranger will then swing by in the morning to confirm your check in.
Is the cell service in the area and is there a public phone to use.
Hi Mike,
Very few areas of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have cell phone service. You may get service in some spots in the parks depending on your carrier, but you should not count on it. Hume Lake area does not have reliable cell service/coverage. There is public phone at the Hume Lake gas station/store.
I had a change in plans is any one will to switch two sites? I have 3 sites from August 20, 2021 to Check out August 22, 2021.
I am looking for 1 or 2 sites, coming in on August 13, 2021 and leaving on August 15th, 2021. Please let me know if anyone is interested in trading days, please let me know.
Are fires allowed in fire pits, this year?
Hi Bill,
As of today, fires are allowed in the fire pits at Hume Lake Campground. That could change at any time and the Forest Service may be more conservative since this year is particularly dry/hot, Here’s a link to current fire restrictions in Sequoia National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd913473.pdf
Our small group of 4 has site 21 reserved mid July and we need to arrive with one tent trailer and 2 cars. Will 3 vehicles fit on this site? if not is there overflow parking available?
Hi Peggy,
Hume Lake Campground does not have overflow parking. Campsite #21 can accommodate up to 2 vehicles and 8 people. The pad length is 35 feet. With that said, the final call would come from the camp host/ranger if they would allow a third vehicle but usually not.
Hello, which campsites are directly in view of the lake? I’m not sure if the best campsites listed are due to its closeness to the toilet or water. I’m looking for a site that’s a bit more secluded than the rest and front view of the lake. Thanks!
Hi Steph,
As far as lake views, most of the Hume Lake campsites don’t have much (if any) views of the water. Your best bet would be campsites 64, 65, 67 and 68.
FYI – we try and pick our favorite campsites based on location, view, size and privacy (generally away from restrooms, trails, etc.). Our favorite Hume Lake campsites are 19, 29, 34, 64 and 67.
Hello, which site is the most secluded and which one is most in view/closest to the lake? I’m not sure if the best sites listed is based on its closeness to the toilet/water or its privacy. Thanks!
Is there parking for additional vehicles other than the 2 per site?
Hi Donna,
I’m not aware of any overflow parking at Hume Lake campground.
I love this place. Do you know what time of day the next day of reservations is released? I have checked at 12am and they are not released yet. They are being released one day at a time. Please let me know.
Thanks!
Hi Jeremy,
Yes, Hume Lake is a magical place!
Campsite reservations are released 6 months prior to your planned arrival. For example:
On November 25, 2021 at 07:00 am PST, availability will be released through May 25, 2022.
Remember if the campground is sold out on the dates you want to stay, you can use our Campsite Assist tool and get alerts if a campsite becomes available.
Hello,
Are they flexible with the number of people? We are able to only reserve 2 campsites, #71 and 73 and we are like 22 people.
Thank you,
Hi Basit,
Campsites #71 and #73 are both designated to have up to 6 people and 1 vehicle per site. Sometimes the park host/ranger may give you a pass if you are 1-2 people over per site (especially if children), but I doubt they will let you have 10-11 people per campsite.
We’re pulling our RV trailer with a truck. Does that count as 1 vehicle (the trailer and truck) and can we have a 2nd car?
Hi Jennifer,
Your truck and trailer = 2 vehicles. Six (6) people and 2 vehicles are allowed per site (12 people and 4 for the double campsites), but your reservation only pays for one vehicle. There is an extra nightly charge for the 2nd vehicle.
Can you tell me anything about Site #17? The notes online say it’s uneven for tents.
Hi Matt,
Can’t add too much, the the parking spur definite is sloped and not very even/flat. The tent camping area has a slight slope as well, but not too bad. Not sure if there are any ruts or bumps though. In the picture it looks pretty good.
Can you tell me more about sites 37 and 34 (a CampsitePhotos “Best Campsite”)?
Campsite 37: Rec.gov has a Need to Know (i): Room.
Q1. Enough room for 2 cars and flat space for 1 medium tent and 2 mountain tents? The campsite photo looks like it does.
Campsite 34: Rec.gov has a Need to Know (i): Unlevel for tents.
Q2. This campsite photo seems to show a flat place, at least for cars- is it possible to pitch the cars on the tent site and park our 3 tents in the parking spaces?
Hi Mark,
As you’re probably aware – both site 34 and 37 allow up to 2 vehicles and 6 people per site. Site 34 has a parking spur length of 25 feet and site 37 is 20 feet. Overflow parking is not available. You can pitch a tent (or two) in either of the parking spurs. I’d say both sites have uneven areas for tent pads, but 37 seems to have a bit larger/more level area. Hope this helps!
Hello,
Is camp ground 060 ok for three tents and three cars?
Can you tell me more about campground 060 ? Is there a fire pit and bear lockers? Also is it nearish to the lake? Would 6 adults one toddler be okay for this site 3 tents?
Hi Emily,
Hume Lake campsite #60 has a large/shaded area for tent camping. The parking area is about 25 yards away and a little lower than the camping area. There is a bear box (food storage locker), table, fire pit and grill. The tent camping area is not bad, but a little uneven in spots. There is room for 3 medium sized tents. You can have up to two vehicles and 6 people at that site. Your camping fee only pays for one vehicle though so a 2nd vehicle will be an extra charge. The parking are is 25 feet long. Hope this helps!
Are there still first come first serve camp spots at Hume Lake? Also the phone number to contact the campground is not accurate. Anyone have the number to find out more campsite info? Thanks 🙂
Hi Brian, thanks for heads up on Hume Lake phone number. We’ve updated it with the phone number of the concessionaire responsible for maintaining the campground. There is no phone at the campground. Also, all campsites are reservable – there are not any first-come, first-serve campsites at Hume Lake.
What happens if your party has and extra vehicle? I see there are two cars available per site but what if, for example, you have three? Is there overflow parking somewhere?
How accurate are the equipment max lengths listed on the reservations? For example, Site #19 has a driveway length of 40’ but only allows a 25’ trailer. And site #20 has a driveway length of 32’ but only 14’ for a trailer. We haven’t been able to get ahold of anyone at the camp site to confirm.
Great question Jen. More often than not the parking spur sizes and vehicle size limitations on the reservation websites (like Rec.gov) are not entirely accurate (on the short side). Most of the Hume Lake campsites are not wide enough for side-by-side parking. As a result, the vehicle size limitations for a 40′ parking spur (like site #19) assumes parking the trailer (maximum size 25 feet) and towing vehicle (maximum size 15 feet) front-to-back. Both sites 19 and 20 have a boulder in the back so there probably isn’t much wiggle room beyond what Rec.gov lists as the parking pad size. You might be able to get a few extra feet if you can angle your towing vehicle in the front of the parking pad, but most sites are not very wide to do that. The camp host / ranger will make the final call at the campground, but I wouldn’t try and push the size limit too much as it appears that most Hume Lake campsite parking pad sizes are about right.
HI, I have 3 cars coming for one campsite reservation. Where can the 3rd car park? Is there an overflow parking area nearby? Thanks.
Hi Suzanne,
Unfortunately Hume Lake campground doesn’t have any overflow parking but the camp host may allow 3 (for an extra fee) if there is enough room. Sandy Cove Day Use area does not allow overflow / overnight parking either. You may find something along Hume Lake Road but I don’t think overnight parking is allowed there either.
I have site 64 reserved while my grandkids attend the Lake Hume Christian Camp. How far of a walk is it from our campsite to the Christian Camp?
Also in your opinion, could site 64 accommodate a 24 foot trailer and two cars? I’m willing to pay extra if the Ranger or Camp host will allow the extra vehicle if it fits.
Thank you
Hi Teresa,
That is an amazing/beautiful Christian Camp at Hume Lake. I’m sure your grandkids will love it. From campsite #64 you can take a trail (or camp road) down towards the lake to the ‘Hume Lake Trail’, then hang a right (southwest) over to the Christian Camp. It’s about 2,000 feet from your campsite to the Christian Camp. Campsite #64 is really nice – one of our favorites. It’s large, level, private and has a peak view of the lake. The parking spur / driveway is about 53 feet long and it looks like you may have a little overhang off the back (over the wood barriers), depending on how high your trailer is. Maximum vehicle/trailer length is 35 feet – so your 24 foot trailer and towing vehicle will fit fine. Not sure how long your towing vehicle and/or your ‘other’ vehicle is, but you can measure and do the math to see if all three may fit in the 53 foot long space. With that said, the Hume Lake camp ranger/ host is ‘somewhat’ strict on just allowing 2 vehicles in a single-family campsites and I can’t say whether they will okay a 3rd vehicle. If all three fit okay – usually. Have a great time!
I have reserved and paid for the 011 campsite at Hume Lake. However I can’t see the site located on the site map? Has anyone camped at this site and can confirm? Also is the site on a slope or is it flat? Thank you!
Hi Salma,
Campsite #11 does have a drop down of about 2 feet from the camp road into the parking area. The parking area is flat after that.
Here is a screen shot of where site #11 is in the campground.