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The Mountain Chapel Campground

94%

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79 reviews

· Badger, Tulare, California

25 acres hosted by Jack O.

2 lodging sites · 2 RV/tent sites · 7 tent sites

Near Kings Canyon National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Kings Entrance.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

While on a family backpacking excursion through Sequoia King’s Canyon National Park, and the surrounding area, we came across this charming campground. A long-forgotten chapel in the mountains that was formerly a summer camp. From here, a short 15-minute drive will take you directly to the main entrance of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park for access to the Giant Sequoias at Grant Grove and the Grant Grove Village. For those who prefer to travel off the beaten path, a short 30-minute hike will take you to the National Forest. We are excited to invite you to camp at this hidden gem, while we undertake to restore the campground to its original splendor. Easy drive to available parking, with easy access and pull through drive for any vehicle, even with trailers. For campers bringing their own tents, we provide beautiful and well- shaded sites with level ground, soft grass, tucked underneath the many old-growth trees.

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94% Recommend101 ratings · 79 reviews

Jack and Phuong's campground offers a peaceful retreat with stunning mountain views, close to Sequoia National Park. Guests appreciate the warm showers, clean facilities, and Jack's helpful nature, though the ongoing construction and lack of fire pits are noted. The site is rustic, with some visitors mentioning the need for better maintenance of bathrooms. Overall, it's a welcoming spot with convenient amenities and close proximity to nature.

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Nishat K.

7 months on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· September 2024

Do not expect clean bathrooms.

Tent · Group trip ·

Tent Camp

Disappointed with the communal bathrooms and shower. The sink was clogged and out of the four bathrooms, only two were functional. Not worth driving up the hill one hour away from the Sequioa National Park.

Mike A.

9 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Tent Camp C

Jack has a simple but efficient setup on beautiful land. The chapel is idyllic and it’s reasonably close to the king’s canyon entrance (~40 minutes). My daughter and I loved it and would stay again!

Matt K.

7 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· September 2024

Potential to be a great camp

Tent ·

Tent Camp 5

Close to the park but the road is windy and tough to drive at night. Facilities were gross. Most or maybe all the bathroom doors couldn’t close properly. Site itself was nice with the picnic table and canopy; nice plus. Sites weren’t on top of each other. If the facilities were just cleaned up and the doors closed properly, this would be a great site.

Eddie D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Beautiful Location, Helpful Hosts

Tent ·

Tent Camp

Jack was super helpful the whole time! He even offered to boil our pot of water after our stove ran out of butane. Cool piece of land with a beautiful view. Each campsite has an overhead tarp and level ground for a tent. Very close to the Sequoia National Park (25 min to the entrance)making it a great choice for last minute trips to the park. Would definitely camp here again.

Eddie D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Awesome Place!

Tent ·

Tent Camp B

Jack was super helpful while we were here! Very beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Also only 20 minutes from the Sequoia National Forest. Great wifi and clean bathrooms and showers. We would definitely come back here again.

Mike A.

9 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Tent Camp C

Jack has a convenient if not rustic set up. The showers and toilets are a plus. When he finishes renovating the mountain chapel it will be pretty stellar. My daughter and I had a great time and jack was helpful at every turn. Highly recommended for the hospitality alone:)

Location

Badger, Tulare, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nyyhmy (Western Mono/Monache) and Yokuts First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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