Mountain camping · California

Mineral King (Sequoia)

A remote glacial valley deep in Sequoia

SettingMountain
StateCalifornia
Best seasonSummer & early fall
ReserveRecreation.gov

At the end of a famously twisting mountain road, Mineral King is a high glacial valley of granite, waterfalls, and wildflowers — Sequoia’s most remote and rewarding corner. Marmots may eat your hoses.

Why camp here

Don’t miss: The high valley & Sawtooth Peak

RVs & rigs: Tents/vans only (no large RVs — narrow road)

What’s here

  • Sawtooth Pass
  • Eagle & Mosquito Lakes
  • Wildflowers
  • Crystal Lake

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