Frog Meadow

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Frog Meadow is a National Forest campground near Tulare, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Tulare, California

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

On site: Toilets.

Access and cell service

Elevation
7,538 ft

35.8727, -118.5753 in Tulare. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Frog Meadow?

No. Frog Meadow 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 Frog Meadow?

Camping at Frog Meadow is free.

Who manages Frog Meadow?

Frog Meadow is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Frog Meadow

Hot springs nearby

More campgrounds: camping near Tulare and campgrounds in Tulare.

Sources

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