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Wishon Bass Lake Campground in California
Hard to BookNational Forest

Wishon Bass Lake Campground

Sierra National Forest, California

High Demand

Next Open Dates

Aug 24Aug 25Aug 26

37 sites open on Aug 24 at Wishon Bass Lake Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Notices from Recreation.gov

Please register at the Bass Lake Camp Store.

This facility has narrow, bumpy roads. Motorhomes over 24-feet or trailers over 20-feet are not advised.

A host and security guard are on-site

Two pets per site and leashed at all times.

Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle for single site or one vehicle for single tent camping. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles for double tent only camping. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierra National Forest Headquarters, (559) 297-0706.

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Click here for more information about Sierra National Forest

Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 23, 2026. Check Wishon Bass Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes applyMaximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive daysMaximum stay: 14 daysReservations close: 1 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Wishon Bass Lake Campground, read on August 23, 2026.

Wishon Bass Lake Campground Facts

  • As of August 2026, Wishon Bass Lake Campground is a campground in Sierra National Forest, California with 47 campsites.
  • Wishon Bass Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
  • PermitSnag checks Wishon Bass Lake Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
  • Wishon Bass Lake Campground is located at 37.2975° N, 119.5346° W.

At a Glance

🚐
Best For
RV Camping
🌊
Setting
Mountain
🛣️
Access
Dirt road
🏕️
Sites
47

Things to Do

🎣Fishing
🚤Boating
🏊Swimming
🥾Hiking
🦌Wildlife
📷Photography
Stargazing

Frequently Asked Questions

Wishon Bass Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Site Types

📍
Standard
37 sites
Tent
7 sites

Amenities

🚻restrooms🚿showers💧potable water

Site Features

Accessible
ADA compliant

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