Convict Flat Campground

I always thought this was an unpleasant "scar" as I passed by on the 180. However, I change my mind after my first stay here. Even though it only has 5 sites and is first come first serve with no water and 1 pit toilet, it is a nice, free spot with some beautiful views into the canyon only a short walk away. Currently fires are only allowed with permits which you should get before you go. campers can fit in some sites and tents in all.

Free and really awesome little campground with only five spots, but even when I arrived late at night at the beginning of October there were still three sites available. There’s a long-drop toilet, which was clean and even had toilet paper, but no water is provided so you need to bring your own. Each campsite has its own table with benches and a fire ring, which makes it a great simple base if you manage to grab a spot.

No flush toilets. No water spigots onsite. Mosquitos present. Very secluded. Only seven spots. Nearby Griffin falls. 10 minute drive to cedar grove market.

Great campground. It's a tad small, but that keeps it from feeling crowded. It's in the National Forrest, so the sites are not as developed as in the National Park, but plenty suitable. We even found a space with a concrete pad for our RV. Sites have tables and fire rings. There also a single pit toilet located there. The campground sits fairly low in Kings Canyon so you are surrounded on all sides by the mountains.

They have 5 sites and it's first come first serve. They have bathrooms but no running water. Good little spot for free. You'll need a permit to start a campfire.