Deadman Campground

Cappie’s Scoop: Mom said we were very lucky to get a good spot at this campground because they don’t take reservations. I’m not sure what reservations are but we drove here, pulled in and started to put up our tent so I’m happy we made it! Our spot near the river with lots of fish swimming in it was a lot of fun. I like to watch the fish swim around. They are too fast and I couldn’t catch any of them! Don’t hesitate to add YOUR scoop in the comments below!

Tips: Camp sites have a picnic table, food storage box (except for site #13), and a fire ring. Firewood is available for sale, $8 per bundle. If Deadman is full, Baker Campground (on the same road) has 44 sites and is 0.7 miles away. We loved site #8, it had parking for two cars, lots of space for multiple tents, shade and it was right on the river. Site #s 1 and 2 also looked great but for those two specifically, you need to park and then carry your gear down to the site/river front to setup. This campground is close to the Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir trail for a day hike or backpack. You can also reach Kennedy Lake from the same trail too.

Directions: From 395 (north of Bridgeport), head west on CA-108 for about 24 miles. Then turn left onto Kennedy Meadows Rd and continue for about 0.6 miles to the entrance for the campground on your right. Before you go, check https://roads.dot.ca.gov to see if Highway 108 Sonora Pass is open because snow will close the road.