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Recreation Region: Bishop Region

Bitterbrush Campground

Bitterbrush is a popular campground in spring and fall as it is frequently below the snow line or just has minor amounts of snow. 30 campsites. Bearproof food storage containers available in the campground. Free winter camping November-March

Reservations

No reservations. Register at campground.

General Information

Open year round. Unstaffed during the winter season.

Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes are accepted for half priced camping.

Maximum stay 14 days. Active bear area. All food must be secured overnight and when not attended, bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48" x 30" x 36").  Always keep a clean camp and do not feed wildlife.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $31/night.
Additional Vehicle: $10/night.
America The Beautiful Access/Senior Passes are Honored.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to Single Campsites ONLY.
*The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fee or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.*
https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*

Dogs must be leashed in all developed recreation sites.

"White Mountain Ranger Station and Visitor Center in Bishop, CA"

Address: 798 N Main St Bishop, CA 93514
Phone: (760) 873-2500
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8:30-4:30 (closed 12-1 for lunch) Closed Saturday-Sunday, Monday (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 37.286566

Longitude: -118.558432

Elevation

7,350'

Directions

From Bishop go west on State Route 168 (Line Street) approximately 13 miles. The campground will be on your left (south) side of the road.

Parking

Most sites will accommodate 2 vehicles or a trailer and the tow vehicle.  For additional parking see the camp host or check rules posted on the bulletin board at the entrance.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Other Amenities

No electrical hook ups.

Last updated April 30th, 2025