Description

Got a boat? Want to do some epic camping on Mammoth Lake? Head to the boat-in only China Bar Campground. Rumor has it the fishing is something to write home about, and at 3,300 feet the stars will be in your grasp.

Campsite area
Tent sites
6 sites
Up to guests per site
Boat
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Picnic table available

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

Bikers can breeze on the trails in the Bass Lake ranger district and the High Sierra ranger district. In the High Sierra, you c...Read more

Boating

Motorized boating is allowed at Shaver Lake and Redinger Lake, and there are plenty of opportunities for non-motorized boating:...Read more

Fishing

Lakes and reservoirs are generally open year round; freshwater stream fishing is open from late April to mid November. The best...Read more

Hiking

There’s no shortage of incredible hikes here: Nelder Grove is home to some of the finest sequoias, and best of all, there are n...Read more

Horseback riding

Equestrians have so much to explore in the Sierra National Forest! With five wilderness areas, trails, horse camps, and horse r...Read more

Paddling

Paddlers are welcome to explore the lakes in this forest-- many of the rivers are whitewater, so if you are feeling confident a...Read more

Off-roading (OHV)

Those looking for some scenic driving have come to the right place. We highly recommend the incredible 100 mile Sierra Vista Sc...Read more

Climbing

Pretty rad rock climbing here-- Tollhouse Rock and Courtright Reservoir both have over a hundred climbs. Check out the list on ...Read more

Snow sports

You can sled/tube in Goat Meadow, cross country ski, snowshoe, and snowmobile over 234 miles of trails. China Peak Ski Area off...Read more

Swimming

Bass, Huntington and Shaver Lakes are perfect for swimming, with designated swim areas. You can also swim in these creeks and c...Read more

Whitewater paddling

Whitewater adventurers often come to the Sierra National Forest for the Kings River and Merced Wild and Scenic River. The Kings...Read more

Wildlife watching

Wildlife includes mule deer, black bears, coyotes, bobcats, foxes, marmots, porcupines, and quail. You can also find trout, bas...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at China Bar Camping Area.

Beach
Forest
Hot spring
Lake
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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November 21st, 2018
Park
Sierra National Forest
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
(559) 297-0706
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
37.37° N, 119.301° W
Unknown price
Boat In: 6 Sites
(Up to people per site)