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Sequoia/Upper Peppermint
Overview
Overview
The Sequoia/Upper Peppermint area near Springville, California, serves as a gateway to the southern reaches of the Sierra Nevada mountains. This destination offers a rustic, high-altitude experience far removed from the bustle of commercialized campgrounds. It is an ideal spot for travelers seeking solitude, crisp mountain air, and a direct connection to the Sequoia National Forest. The environment is defined by its rugged beauty and natural terrain.
Location & Surroundings
Situated deep within the forest canopy, this location provides a secluded mountain retreat for those navigating the winding roads of the southern Sierras. The elevation ensures cooler temperatures even during peak summer months, making it a refreshing escape from the Central Valley heat. You will find yourself surrounded by towering pines and granite formations, offering a quintessential high-country atmosphere that feels miles away from civilization.
Amenities & Park Features
Because the area prioritizes a primitive experience, visitors should expect dry camping opportunities that focus on simplicity. While full resort-style hookups are not a feature here, the sites are designed to accommodate those who are self-contained. The park provides basic fire rings and picnic tables to facilitate outdoor cooking and evening relaxation under the expansive starlit skies, allowing for a genuine, back-to-basics wilderness immersion.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The region is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy scenic hiking trails that weave through old-growth forests. Nearby, the Peppermint Creek area offers opportunities for stream fishing and wildlife photography. Adventure seekers often use this area as a basecamp for exploring the vast network of forest roads that traverse the Sequoia National Forest, providing endless routes for photography, bird watching, and quiet exploration of the diverse alpine ecosystem.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is perfect for self-contained RV travelers who prefer dispersed-style camping over manicured, amenity-heavy resorts. It is an excellent choice for those looking to disconnect from technology and spend their days hiking or relaxing in nature. If your travel style favors quietude, stargazing, and direct access to mountain wilderness, this location offers a memorable stay in one of California’s most rugged forest landscapes.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
Reviews
lori jean
Absolutely beautiful ❤️, went camping there for 2 weeks with my family and pets. Creeks close by and there are vault toilets ! Can't wait to go back again 😁
Dave
Never go to upper Peppermint Los Angeles people have ruined it loud music and parties all night. no campfires allowed. plenty of rattlesnakes and skunks no outhouses.no water if you walk down to the creek watch your step you will step in human and dog waste.
J T
Along this unpaved dirt road there are plenty of sites to choose from. No facilities but saw one picnic table. Accessible to the creek but not creekside camping. Remote and cool at over 6k elevation.
Ethan Johnson-May
snowed in right now. they didn't plow the road that you turn into so can't park too close. Could definitely snow shoe in.
David Wheeler
Very dirty/trashed due to visitors that have no forest/wilderness etiquette or experience. Most visitors are there to party and not enjoy the peace and quiet. Broken glass is present almost everywhere you walk including along the creek. Trash from fishing supplies litters the bank of the creek. For those of you who have been there, tell me I’m wrong.