Kennedy Meadows Campground
Kennedy Meadows, California · 6,132 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
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At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,132 ft (1,869 m)6,132 ft1,869 m
- Land
- Inyo National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
Amenities
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- Caravan / RV sites
- Tent sites
- Toilets
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About
Located on the Pacific Crest Trail near the South Fork of the Kern River, at 6,200 ft. elevation, Kennedy Meadows campground is surrounded by the South Sierra and Golden Trout wildernesses. Some of the 37 sites are shaded by juniper and pinion. Maximum vehicle length is 30ft.Vault toilets, no water, no trash service, no fee.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
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Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
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Cell service at Kennedy Meadows Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny68°45°
- ThuSunny68°48°
- FriSunny, 1% chance of rain68°47°
- SatSunny69°45°
- SunSunny69°44°
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Dispersed camping nearby
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- 3.8 mi
Camp site
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- 8.9 mi
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- 8.9 mi
Camp site
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- 12 mi
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- 14 mi
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Location and contact
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