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Buckeye Campground
Buckeye Campground provides a quiet camping experience. The campground is on Buckeye Creek and is shaded by Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines. Hiking along Buckeye Creek into the nearby Hoover Wilderness. Hiking on Eagle Creek to the flanks of Eagle Mountain. Buckeye hot spring (140 degrees F) is just east of the campground. The spring comes out above the creek, over a rock overhang, which creates a cave-like area in the pool. Another small spring is upstream. This is a very popular spring year round. Fishing in Buckeye Creek offers different kind of fishing experience to get away from crowds. Trails are nearby to Yosemite. Nearest lakes are four miles from campground.
***NO drinkable water available.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Late May to late September, as weather and conditions allow. |
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| Reservations: | No reservations needed, first come, first serve. |
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| Fees: | Per Day: $24 Single/$6 Extra Vehicle. |
| Open Season: | Late May - Late September |
| Usage: | Heavy |
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| Closest Towns: | Bridgeport, California |
| Water: | Not available |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilets (4) |
| Operated By: | Westrek |
| Information Center: | Each campsite has a bear box to store ice chests and food when not actively consuming or preparing a meal. |
General Information
Directions:1. Follow Highway 395 south from Bridgeport, turn left and travel approximately seven miles on Twin Lakes Road.
2. Turn right on Buckeye Road at Doc and Al's Resort and travel about 3 miles.
3. Turn left at fork and travel another mile to campground.