Jackass Meadow
JACKASS MEADOW
Part of Sierra National Forest
Overview
Jackass Meadow Campground remains closed for the 2022- 2025 campging season due to hazard tree removal.
Jackass Meadow Campground is situated below Florence Lake on the San Joaquin River, surrounded by the craggy peaks of the John Muir Wilderness.
Jackass Meadow is shaded by a stand of Aspen and Lodgepole Pine, and the South Fork of the San Joaquin runs through the campground. This camp is located near several Native American archaeological sites.
Facilities
Each campsite has a table, fire ring and grill. Bear-proof food lockers, water and accessible vault toilets are provided.Supplies and groceries can be purchased half a mile from the campground at the Florence Lake Store.
Natural Features
The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources.The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.
The John Muir Wilderness stretches for 100 miles along the crest of the Sierra. It is a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially carved terrain.
Recreation
There is a .7 mile accessible hiking trail near the campground. Nature walks are held every Saturday during the summer.Most of the recreation opportunities here can be found in and around Florence Lake. There is a boat ramp and boat rentals at the Florence Lake Store.
Nearby Attractions
A popular activity is to take a ferry from Florence Lake to the John Muir Trail, which is part of the Pacific Crest Trail, which stretches from Mexico to Canada. Ferry tickets can be purchased at the Florence Lake Store.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (909) 638-6117.Important Notices
- RVs and motor homes over 25 feet are not recommended on Kaiser Road due to single-lane road with blind curves
- Please keep all food in the bear-proof lockers provided
Two pets per site and must be 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 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 High Sierra Ranger District, Sierra National Forest (559) 855-5355
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. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
- 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 to learn more about the Sierra National Forest
Available Activities
- DAY USE AREA - Amphitheater
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE - Archeological Sites
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
From Clovis, California: Take Hwy 168 north for 70 miles to Huntington Lake Campground office at Eastwood. Turn right and follow Kaiser Pass Road approximately 21 miles to Jackass Meadow campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 559-893-2111
CARental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 29, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 48, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 42, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 41, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 45, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 33, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 26, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 34, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 37, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 31, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 44, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 49, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 30, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 38, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 50, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 40, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 46, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 35, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 36, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 47, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 27, Loop Jackass Meadow Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
