Lakeside picnic area along the Rush Creek on June Lake Loop. When local campgrounds are full this site may be opened as overflow camping for self-contained RV's. 10 sites total, great for emergencies or while waiting for something to come open.   

This short nature trail through meadow habitat gives the opportunity to see many plant species.

Agnew Meadows Campground includes a Family Campground, a Group Campground, and an Equestrian Campground. It is located in the Reds Meadow Valley, just west of Mammoth Lakes, California. Popular with large families, this campground provides access to some of the most spectacular wilderness in the Sierra and many outdoor activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking and photography. The campground is a…

Visiting the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is an enjoyable way to spend a day learning about the oldest trees in the world. Living trees exceed 4000 years of age with weathered, twisted, and beautifully colored wood. Ancient Bristlecone Pine Natural History. Bristlecone pines and limber pines dot this high elevation…

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center is located at Schulman Grove. Open during the summer only, with interpretive programs, gifts and information. View exhibits and watch a film about the oldest trees on Earth and the researchers who discovered their secrets. Several self -guided trails enable you to explore the forest. The Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association operates a bookstore at the…

Ansel Adams Wilderness encompasses 232,000 spectacular acres of granite peaks, steep-walled gorges and rock outcroppings. Several small glaciers cling to north and northeast facing slopes of the highest peaks. There are also a number of fairly large lakes on the eastern slope of the precipitous Ritter Range. Elevations range from 3,500 feet to 13,157 feet. The area includes approximately 350 miles of trails,…

Elevation: 7,490 feet., 45 campsites are available. Campsites can accommodate a 40 foot vehicle. Drinking water is not available. Vault toilets are available. Each campsite has a bear locker. This is Bear Country. Please store food properly and don't feed the bears.

Aspen Group Campground is a secluded, creek side camp in Inyo National Forest between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California. The group camping area is primitive and provides spectacular scenery, as well as fishing, hiking, photography and wildlife viewing.  The campground has plenty of wide-open spaces and group picnic areas, making it ideal for large parties and family functions. Natural Features: The…

23 miles round trip loop Leaves Hwy. 395 from the top of Deadman Summit at Logging Camp road and goes to the Bald Mountain fire lookout station. Stay on 1S05 and follow the signs to Bald Mountain lookout.  There are great views and the road is well-maintained.  A log cabin warming hut at the top is open to the public.

Two USFS designated routes begin from this scenic staging area. 13 miles Intermediate - Advanced The Big Smokey Loop climbs into the hills where and offers views of local scenery, a chance to check out local flora and fauna,  and great rock formations, all of which makes a great ride. 6.1 miles Intermediate - Advanced The Little Smokey Loop offers a pleasant cruise through the lower…

Elevation 7800 feet. 17 campsites on Lee Vining Creek. Near the Tuolumne Meadows entrance of Yosemite National Park. Campsites can accommodate a 30-foot vehicle. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. 14 day stay limit. Each campsite has a bear locker for food storage. This is Bear Country; please store food properly and don't feed the bears.

This small 11 unit campground is sited along Rock Creek affording wonderful scenery, fishing and a peaceful setting.

Camping, fishing, hiking and backpacking draw many visitors to the Big Pine Creek Area every year.  Beautiful First Falls is a short walk from the picnic area. Longer hikes up the north fork trail leads to glacier fed lakes, First through Seventh lakes and great views into the Palisade Glacier Basin.  Overnight stays in the John Muir Wilderness require a wilderness permit.

Clyde Glacier group campsite can accommodate up to 1-20 people. Palisade Glacier group campsite is tent only and can accommodate 20 people. These group sites are close to Upper Sage Flat family campground so loud events are not appropriate. 

This traditional family campground adjacent to Big Pine Creek has 30 campsites, most with shade, all within close distance to fishing opportunities.  Bear proof food storage containers available in the campground.

Located between Mammoth Lakes and June Lake, near the Crestview area, this campground has 26 campsites surrounded by pine forest. This is a popular basecamp for fishing Deadman Creek, exploring Obsidian Dome and OHV/ATV trails in the Lookout Mountain area. Bring your own water. Sites are self register when you arrive, no reservations. 14 day stay limit.

Named for the very large Jeffery pines that grace the site, Big Trees Campground is located along the banks of Bishop Creek and affords nice camping and fishing opportunities. Some sites in shade and some in open sunlight. Bear proof food storage containers available in the campground. 16 campsites. 

Bishop Area

Bishop Park is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Bishop Creek Area.  Located on the banks of the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek, Bishop Park has grassy lawns and campsites right on the creek. Many of the 21 campsites are walk in tent sites. Not recommended for large RVs, there are a few sites that will accommodate smaller rigs. 

Located along Bishop Creek located between the turn-off to South Lake and the community of Aspendell, this group camp is by reservation only. Facilities include flush toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. Popular activities include horseback riding, wildlife viewing, hiking, and fishing in a stocked trout stream. There are stores, marinas, restaurants, and pack stations in the canyon area. Campground is…

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

 Mono Basin ranger district, Not maintained trail, 4 wheel drive access.

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Located in Boundary Peak Wilderness, 13,140 ft Boundary Peak is the highest point in Nevada. From the summit, the view takes in the Mono Lake basin to the north, the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the west, the White Mountains Wilderness to the south, while Nevada’s Basin and Range extends to the eastern horizon. The hike to the…

The U.S. Congress designated the 10,000 acre Boundary Peak Wilderness in 1989. This small wilderness area contains a remarkable diversity of plants: sagebrush steppe and pinyon/juniper woodlands in the lower elevations; subalpine and bristlecone pine forests near tree line; and alpine tundra along the high elevation plateaus. In this wilderness you can experience the solitude and remarkable silence of a wilderness…

Approximately seven miles west of Bishop, the scenic Buttermilk Country is a destination for off road adventures and climbing. Past the bouldering area on the right, the roads will become more difficult and a high clearance vehicle with 4WD is recommended. "Buttermilk Country" got its name in the 1870s when a dairy was operated here. There is no water available in this area however there are new vault restrooms…

Located near Westgard Pass and White Mountain Road, three separate large group sites are popular with academic institutions for geology field trips. Surrounded by Pinyon and Juniper, Camp Nelson, Camp Noren, and Camp Ferguson all have shade ramada’s, campfire ring, picnic table, and vault toilets. These sites are dry, the nearest water source is Big Pine.

Mammoth Lakes Basin is located through town, just 5 to 10 minutes drive. 77 campsites. The campground is located along Coldwater Creek.

The marina includes rental boats and boat dock. Paved boat ramp and trailer parking are near the bait shop. Boats longer than 25 feet would have difficulty navigating between the ramp and breakwater. Convict Lake is a no wake lake.    The end of south shore road has beach access to launch canoes, kayaks or paddleboards.

Convict Lake is located south of Mammoth Lakes and north of Crowley Lake.  This scenic area is popular for picnics, fishing, hiking, and boating, and includes a boat ramp, campground, store, restaurant, and a resort with cabin rentals and horseback rides. A paved nature trail gives easy access to the east side of this beautiful deep blue lake at the base of spectacular Mt. Morrison…