Gaggs Camp Campground

Star4.67
14 reviews

Quick Facts

5,900 ft

Price

$23.26 - $48/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

11 campsites

Season

Open Memorial Day we...

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Unknown

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Gaggs Camp Campground
$23.26 - $48.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Fee Site and Info: $37.00 per night - single site, $23.26 ($26.22)* per night - single site, $43.24 ($48.00)* per night - double site, $7.00 per...
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Standard Site Fee$37.00
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

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What Campers Say

4.67

Top-Rated

Based on 14 reviews

10 Google reviews

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"The campground is praised for its tranquil ambiance, natural beauty, and basic amenities. However, the unimproved road leading to the site is frequently criticized for being rough and challenging to navigate."

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Campground Map

Gaggs Camp Campground

37.3612, -119.4680

Driving directionsTake Hwy 41 north from Fresno; continue thru Oakhurst to Road 222. Turn right on Road 222, travel to east end of Bass Lake to Central Camp road (6s42), turn left and travel approximately 7 miles to the turn off into the campground.
"Road access: 6S42 (Central Camp Road) is an unimproved road - not maintained for low clearance vehicles." User Review Feedback: "The road to Beasore road is barely a road. The better road is central camp road. Twelve miles at 15 miles an hour."
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Best Time to Camp at Gaggs Camp Campground

Gaggs Camp welcomes adventurers from June through September, with facilities remaining accessible through November for hardy late-season campers. Early June arrivals might encounter lingering snow and crisp mountain mornings that demand warm layers and hot coffee. As summer takes hold, the campground transforms into a sun-dappled haven with warm days perfect for creek exploration and cool nights ideal for campfire stories. Come September, autumn's first whispers bring a magical chill to the air, and by late season, winter's approach paints the landscape with frost—a stunning finale to the camping year.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Open Memorial Day weekend through Oct; summer is prime season for access and pleasant weather.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Open into October (and accessible through Nov for hardy campers); fall offers pleasant forest time.

Spring(Mar-May)
Not recommended

Opens Memorial Day weekend; lingering snow possible in early June so spring access limited.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Seasonally closed/infrequent access in winter; snow possible and no winter amenities.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: null. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open Memorial Day weekend through October 1 - weather dependent
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About Gaggs Camp Campground

Escape to Gaggs Camp Campground, where towering Sugar pines and majestic cedars create a cathedral of shade along the banks of Sand Creek. This peaceful mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of rustic camping and natural splendor, with each site thoughtfully equipped with a sturdy table and rock-lined fire pit for evening gatherings under the stars. While you'll find well-maintained vault toilets and convenient garbage disposal at the entrance, the campground embraces a back-to-nature philosophy—there's no potable water on site, so come prepared with your own supply. The reward? An authentic wilderness experience where wildflowers paint the forest floor and the only sounds are birdsong and the gentle murmur of the creek.
Gaggs Camp Campground caters primarily to tent campers, with 11 tent sites available. The campground is not suitable for RVs due to unimproved road access and a lack of facilities.
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Stay Limit
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Firewood available
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Recreational opportunities are limited and focused on enjoying the natural surroundings. Activities include picnicking and fishing, with the latter specifically highlighting the presence of rainbow trout in the area.
FishingFishing is permitted, and rainbow trout are mentioned as being present in the nearby creek.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & Alerts"Potential hazards include bears as the campground falls within Bear Country. Additionally, the access road is unimproved and rocky, which could be a concern for vehicles with low clearance."
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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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Reviews

4.7
14 reviews
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Top-Rated
Gaggs Camp Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
The campground is praised for its tranquil ambiance, natural beauty, and basic amenities. However, the unimproved road leading to the site is frequently criticized for being rough and challenging to navigate.
Review Summaries
Based on 14 reviews

What Campers Love

"Beautiful area nice stream to discover," wrote one user, emphasizing the picturesque surroundings and the peaceful atmosphere. Another mentioned that it provides a great experience of "basic camping...
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Based on 14 reviews

Common Concerns

The road to the campground is a major concern for many visitors. One review highlighted, "The road to Beasore road is barely a road." Another user described it as "a very long and rocky road to get...
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Based on 14 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Future campers are advised to be prepared for the challenging road conditions and to bring sufficient water, as there is none available on-site.
Based on 14 reviews

Seasonal Insights

The campground is open seasonally, generally from Memorial Day weekend to October 1. This aligns with favorable weather conditions in the Sierra National Forest, though no detailed season-specific...
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Based on 14 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Beautiful area nice stream to discover." "Fun basic camping away from it all." "The only problem is, it is a very long and rocky road to get there."
Based on 14 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

No specific sites were singled out as better or worse in the reviews.
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Accessibility Features

No reviews addressing accessibility features or experiences from users with disabilities.
Based on 14 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

No reviews specifically addressing pet policies or experiences with pets at this campground.
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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