Bowler Group Campground
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Bowler Group Campground is a National Forest campground near Madera, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Fire rings
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 7,026 ft
37.5086, -119.3272 in Madera. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Bowler Group Campground?
No. Bowler Group Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Bowler Group Campground?
Camping at Bowler Group Campground is free.
Is there drinking water at Bowler Group Campground?
No. Bowler Group Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Bowler Group Campground?
Bowler Group Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Bowler Group Campground
Hot springs and waterfalls nearby
Nearest to Bowler Group Campground, in straight-line miles: Rainbow Falls (waterfall, 15 miles), Chilnualna Falls (waterfall, 16 miles), Nevada Fall (waterfall, 19 miles), Vernal Fall (waterfall, 19 miles), and Mono Hot Springs (hot spring, 21 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
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- Single site: $41 per night
More campgrounds: camping near Madera and campgrounds in Madera.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01