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French Gulch

Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandSequoia National Forest ยท Kernville, California
๐Ÿž๏ธLake Access๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting๐Ÿœ๏ธDesert/Canyon๐ŸŽฃFishing

Sold out? Sites at French Gulch open up when campers cancel.

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About French Gulch

French Gulch is a national park campground at Sequoia National Forest in Kern County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Sequoia National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears โ€” so you just check out.

French Gulch is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).

Other campgrounds at Sequoia National Forest include Pioneer Point, Main Dam Campground, Hungry Gulch, Boulder Gulch and South Fork Rec Campground.

Reservation Trends - French Gulch
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Total reservations in January โ€” 2023: 1

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14-Day Availability
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Fri10/16
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Location

Address

Kernville, California

Coordinates

35.6578, -118.4806

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJune sees 10 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Photos

French Gulch
French Gulch
French Gulch campsite photo 3 - Sequoia National Forest, California
French Gulch campsite photo 4 - Sequoia National Forest, California
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French Gulch FAQ

How far in advance should I book French Gulch?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at French Gulch?

June typically sees the highest reservation activity at French Gulch. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at French Gulch right now?

Yes! There are currently 12 site-nights available over the next 14 days at French Gulch, with availability on 12 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.

Where is French Gulch located?

French Gulch is located in Sequoia National Forest, near Kernville, California.

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