High Sierra Camp, LLC

Suzanne and Burr have clearly put their heart and soul into SHSC, and it shows. I cannot even imagine how much work it takes to maintain such a high-quality facility up in the back country. Just before our visit, the U.S. Forest Service closed all the national forests because of fire danger, but because this property is privately owned and not merely run by concessionaires, they were exempt, and, as we had booked well before the closing order, they quickly communicated with us to reassure us that they were open. That said, they still had to travel the 12+ miles from the camp to unlock the USFS gate to let us in and out at the beginning and end of our stay. This they did cheerfully, even though the forest closing must have been a terrible inconvenience for them. | But on the the Camp itself. What to say that isn’t already contained in some of the other recent five-star reviews? The setting, the food, the service, the comfortable tent-cabins, and the general laid-back atmosphere of the Camp were all superb. I guess I just don’t understand people who don’t read the SHSC website carefully and then expect to be escorted to the Ritz. It is a hike in, the altitude is high, it is constructed on dirt and gravel, there are tents!, you have to walk to the shared bathrooms, there is no internet or cell phone service . . . AND it is the perfect getaway. | Before our drive to SHSC, we had stayed a number of days at a more traditional lodge in Sequoia National Park at 7200 feet of elevation and had done several hikes in the parks. With the spectacular weather and the easy-going camp atmosphere, we decided to just hang around camp and read our books rather than take any “easy” hikes during our two night stay. It was the most relaxed I’ve felt in weeks. If you are not physically fit or are concerned about staying in a tent in the true back country, then please stay away. Otherwise, I cannot recommend SHSC highly enough.

We loved everything about this place! It perfectly blends rustic style glamping with delicious food served to you all day. It starts off with an adventure hiking in to the camp, and on arrival you are greeted with the most beautiful views. The tents are large, beds are comfortable, the peace and quiet just what we needed. The food was delicious, Suzanne and Ber offer advice on best hiking spots, and overall a truly magical stay. We will be back!

I am unashamedly a princess - never gone camping, love convenience and comfort, and hate bugs. This was my first foray into glamping, and man was I spoiled. What a high bar this place has set.||||1. Food - amazing, and the beer & wine selection to go with it is better than like, Nobu.||||2. The canvas tents - I thought they were great- cosy, utilitarian. It does get pretty cold at night so bring warm clothes.||||3. Convenience - We lucked out and got a tent close to both the bathrooms (with better water pressure than my home tbh) and the dining area. I'd probably request the same tent if I return. ||||4. Views - incredible. The best time of the day for me was dinner after a long day of hiking, with a glass of Pinot, watching the sun set. ||||5. Hikes - Loved how you can just walk out to trails and not have to deal with parking. Some moderate hikes were strenuous for me as I struggled with the altitude. Allotted much more time to the hikes and took frequent breaks.||||6. The people - Suzanne, Burt, and their team are awesome and always helpful. The whole operation is well-run and you can tell that they put all their effort and love into this place. ||||Verdict: Would return, may make this an annual "unplug and get back to nature" event, but with all the luxuries this place offers.

I hesitantly write this review because I want to selfishly keep this amazing place all to myself. My daughter and I escaped to SHSC for father's day weekend and had an absolutely amazing time. Peaceful and cozy with amazing service and food. A real gem. As others have said it is remote and quite a trek to get there. Coming from sea level the hike in from the parking area at 10k feet was breathtaking....literally. A cold beer upon arrival made it all worth it. By the next morning we were pretty much acclimated and enjoyed some amazing hikes in solitude. The owners are genuinely caring people who go out of their way to make your stay special. They are a great resource for hiking trails as well. After a day of hiking you return to a hot shower, cold beer or wine and amazing food as the sun sets. Whether you enjoy a book outside the pavilion or in front of the fireplace the camp is truly refreshing. We will be back next year.

My wife, twin 9-year old sons and I recently had the good fortune of spending a few days at SHSC. We could not have had a better time. The food was exceptional, the tents were very comfortable and the entire staff couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Breakfast consisted of eggs made to order, fresh squeezed OJ, fresh fruit and yogurt, plus toast made from hearty bread all topped off with delicious coffee. After breakfast, guests are encouraged to pack a lunch where they provide fresh rolls, cold cuts, hard boiled eggs and either banana bread or cookies. ||Dinner was five courses each night and so delicious. We had several tasty soups, salads and entrees like tuna steaks, steak and baked cod, followed by desserts like chocolate lava cake, strawberry shortcake and creme brulee. Every night after dinner, they make a campfire where my kids loved making S'Mores and looking at the stars. ||The bathrooms are communal, which I was a bit worries about due to COVID, but they cleaned often and the door was kept open during the day to keep a breeze blowing through. Keep in mind that you will have either a steep uphill or downhill walk from your tent to the bathrooms. You might want to request a tent closer to the bathroom when you reserve. The bathrooms also feature flush toilets and four outdoor showers which were well cleaned and maintained. ||I highly recommend a visit to SHSC if you love hiking and camping, but still enjoy the finer things in life. |

First of all, this camp is located in a very beautiful setting, but it is very remote. About 1 hour off the main highway which includes about a 2 1/2 mile drive on a very rough dirt road. The website says 1 mile, but we clocked it. Be prepared with a suitable vehicle. After you arrive in the dirt parking lot, you will need to strap on your gear and hike another 20 minutes or so up a pretty good incline. If you're coming from a lower elevation as we were, you will not be prepared for the over 8,000 ft. elevation and how it affects your body. We were very winded, being average hikers. The tent cabins are spread out all over the property on the side of the mountain. Only about three cabins are on pretty flat ground with close access to the bathrooms. Our cabin was downhill from the bathrooms and main lodge, so we were making many trips up and down a hill for access. If you want to leave the property, you are facing another hike up and down the hill to the cars. To us, this is the biggest drawback to the property. There are several nice hikes near the property, but other than that, not much to do other than relax around the camp. The cabins were pretty warm the days we were there, so not too comfortable to hang out too long. On the positive side, the food is very good! The service was prompt and efficient. Breakfast and dinner were very nice along with the make-your-own brown bag lunch to take out hiking. Overall, the price seems high, but I can see how the remoteness of the camp must be more costly to run.

This place could be amazing but the sleeping quarters were disappointing.||||First off the location is fantastic - right on the border of Kings Canyon NP and Sequoia National Forest. You'll see beautiful sunsets and the night skies are filled with stars, as there is no nearby city lights to create light pollution. The meals are also very good and is included -you get a hot cooked breakfast plus cold options like cereal, ingredients to make and pack your own sandwiches/lunch and a multi-course dinner.||||Unfortunately, the canvas cabins/tents were a letdown. Mine needed a good sweep of the floor and a good cleaning of the roof - not only dirty but I had to remove a wasp nest(?!) The biggest issue though was the wooden shutters were warped or had broken slats and one of the top canvas flaps was not installed properly. This meant it was easy for insects to get in, especially at night! The minute we turned on our propane light, we were joined by a myriad of moths and other flying insects! For $550/night, I expect the same insect-free sleeping environment that my $80 camping tent can provide. It's a shame as these are fixes that could be easily addressed. I told management about the canvas flap but they never fixed it during my stay. ||||I was hoping this was a place I would be eager to come back to, but not until those cabins are fixed and given a good clean.

My grown daughter and I spent four nights at sequoia Sierra high camp. The weather was sunny but cool and the nights were cold – – it was the last week before the end of the season. We had a fabulous time. The food, staff, brother and Suzann The weather was sunny but cool and the nights were cold – – it was the last week before the end of the season. We had a fabulous time. The food, staff, Burr and Suzanne and accommodations were outstanding. We loved the hiking suggestions and coming back to camp to Hot showers. The staff even gave us hot water bottles to put in our beds. I would highly recommend Sequoia sierra high camp