Trek forest trails and relax in warm riverside pools when camping near California Hot Springs.
Situated in Sequoia National Forest, California Hot Springs invites campers to hike, fish, and take a warm swim amid natural beauty. Campgrounds in town have tent and RV sites with amenities like electric hookups, dump stations, laundry facilities, and restrooms. Or head two hours south to Lake Isabella and get cozy in Remington Hot Springs, which features three small pools nestled into the edge of Kern River. Explore the national forest by way of the Trail of 100 Giants, which lets campers walk amid a grove of sky-high sequoias. Then, pick a campsite with a picnic table, fire ring, and bear-proof food storage box, along with access to campground amenities like flush toilets, drinking water, and dump stations. Cabin rentals are also available featuring electricity, full kitchens, and private bathrooms with heated showers—perfect for a winter getaway. To see the tallest living tree in the world, head to Sequoia National Park, just under two hours north, to greet General Sherman in the Giant Forest Grove Area.