Walker Pass Campground

4.34

61 reviews

Bureau of Land Management, Bakersfield Field Office, 3801 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA, 93308, USA

Quick Facts

5,000 ft

Price

Free

Booking

First-Come

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Not Allowed

RV Friendly

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Quick Facts

5,000 ft

Price

Free

Booking

First-Come

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Not Allowed

RV Friendly

Opens booking site

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Walker Pass Campground

$0.00 - $0.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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661-391-6000

What Campers Say

4.34

Recommended

Based on 61 reviews

91 Google reviews

"User reviews are generally positive, emphasizing peace and quiet, scenic views, and access to the Pacific Crest Trail. Negative aspects include trash issues and limited facilities ('Only two good campsites the rest are trash')."

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Fees & Passes at Walker Pass Campground

Free

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

Free

Prices verified December 8, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.

Best Time to Camp at Walker Pass Campground

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Snow activities available. Some facilities may close. Check conditions.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: No seasonal closure information is available; it appears to be open year-round.

About Walker Pass Campground

Perched at 5,000 feet where Highway 178 winds through the Southern Sierras, Walker Pass Campground offers a genuine backcountry experience for those seeking solitude under vast desert skies. This intimate retreat features 11 walk-in sites designed for hikers and tent enthusiasts, plus 2 convenient car camping spots, each thoughtfully equipped with picnic tables and fire rings for evening gatherings. Adventure seekers will appreciate the direct access to the legendary Pacific Crest Trail, with both the Owens Peak and Cache Peak sections beckoning from your tent door. Horse riders find a warm welcome here too, with dedicated hitching racks and corrals available. While you'll need to bring your own water and pack out your trash, the absence of modern amenities—including cell service—only enhances the authentic wilderness experience that draws visitors back year after year.

Geological RegionWalker Pass Campground sits at the intersection of powerful geological forces that have shaped the Southern Sierra Nevada over millions of years. This semi-arid wonderland at 5,000 feet showcases the region's dramatic transition from Mojave Desert to mountain highlands, where tectonic uplift has created the rugged foothills that surround your campsite. The unique combination of elevation and climate supports a remarkable ecosystem where desert-adapted Joshua trees mingle with mountain-dwelling pinyon pines. Located along the Pacific Crest Trail's passage through the Owens Peak and Cache Peak sections, the campground offers front-row seats to some of California's most compelling geological storytelling—where every weathered rock face and distant ridge line speaks to the ancient forces that built these mountains.

Campsite details

Total Campsites13 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Open and Closed SeasonNo seasonal closure information is available; it appears to be open year-round.

Walk-in AvailabilityThe campground operates entirely on a walk-up, first-come, first-served basis as noted in authoritative sources and user reviews.

Amenities available

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Hiking

Wildlife viewing

Winter Activities

No winter activities are explicitly noted, though one user review mentions cold temperatures in October ('Dropped down to 34 degrees at night').

Water Sports

No water sports are mentioned in authoritative sources or user reviews.

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed
Fires are permitted within designated fire rings at each site.

Hazards

Weather at Walker Pass Campground

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Precipitation: 0%

Humidity: 12%

Wind: 7.1 mph

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Bureau of Land Management, Bakersfield Field Office, 3801 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA, 93308, USA

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.3

61 reviews

Recommended

Walker Pass Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

User reviews are generally positive, emphasizing peace and quiet, scenic views, and access to the Pacific Crest Trail. Negative aspects include trash issues and limited facilities ('Only two good campsites the rest are trash').

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