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In the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, more than 1.5 million acres of wilderness awaits you. Inyo County hosts thousands of miles of hiking trails, hundreds of lakes and picturesque mountain views. No wonder Ansel Adams and John Muir raved about this place.
Hiking to some of the many scenic points in the park is an adventure. Mount Whitney isn't just a monolith watching over the park. It's the highest point in the lower 48 states.
The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest harbors Methuselah, a single tree that's nearly 5,000 years old. She's the second-oldest single life-form known to mankind.
Mammoth Lakes is Inyo County's only incorporated town. The town is a winter sports haven for people who love to snow ski. Nearby natural hot springs offer
In the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, more than 1.5 million acres of wilderness awaits you. Inyo County hosts thousands of miles of hiking trails, hundreds of lakes and picturesque mountain views. No wonder Ansel Adams and John Muir raved about this place.
Hiking to some of the many scenic points in the park is an adventure. Mount Whitney isn't just a monolith watching over the park. It's the highest point in the lower 48 states.
The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest harbors Methuselah, a single tree that's nearly 5,000 years old. She's the second-oldest single life-form known to mankind.
Mammoth Lakes is Inyo County's only incorporated town. The town is a winter sports haven for people who love to snow ski. Nearby natural hot springs offer the perfect place to unwind after a long day.
Consider skiing, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling if you love white powder. Cabins in winter and RVs or tents in summer are the ideal headquarters for your outdoor adventure.
Heading out onto the great Mt. Whitney trek? The one-night-only Mt. Whitney Trailhead Campground is your basecamp before you venture deeper into the wilderness. This walk-in campground is buzzing with backpackers in the summer months hoping to make it to the top of the seriously majestic Mt. Whitney. But let’s be real… this trailhead campground ai Read more...
Hidden in the glorious backcountry of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains rests Grays Meadows Campground. Rugged and strikingly beautiful, this lil slice of Cali heaven throws down grandiose mountain scenery, challenging trails, alpine lakes, and the famed high peaks of the John Muir Wilderness. No big deal right? Well it gets better! The campgrou Read more...
Keep close to nature’s heart at Onion Valley Campground in the breathtaking eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. The parks idyllic location adjacent to the lake, and being just a faint yodel yonder from the John Muir Wilderness makes it a popular stomping ground for hikers, angles, and photographers looking for total immersion. Getting up there at 9,2 Read more...
Walk-in sites, rustic tenting, and high elevation make an overnight at Horseshoe Meadow campground a heady experience. Many campers use this area as a jumping-off point for exploring the extensive John Muir or Trout Lake Wilderness areas. Shared tables and plans may facilitate giddy campfire discussions, geeky itinerary comparison, and all-around Read more...
Tent dweller? RV devotee? Whatever you are, there's a spot for you at Whitney Portal Family Campground. It's located 13 miles from the town of Lone Pine off of Whitney Portal Road.
Whitney Portal Campground has 43 single campsites. Some may be reserved in advance, but others are only yours on a first-come, first-served basis. They make sure you' Read more...
We’re fans of that old saying “the more the merrier”, especially when it comes to group camping. So get your squad together, whether it’s a college reunion gathering, a bunch of your (cool) coworkers, or the people from that book club you joined forever ago and kinda sorta forgot to go to the past few meetings. At $70 a night, this place is a stea Read more...
Ready to venture off into the Eastern Sierras? The one-night-only Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead Campground is where you’ll want to stay before you explore the vast mountain landscape, alpine lakes, and fresh air that you’ll find as you hike through the John Muir Wilderness into the Cottonwood Lakes. Sites are walk-in and help you acclimate to the hig Read more...
If you’re looking for a riding adventure of fantastic proportions, Horseshoe Meadows Equestrian Camp is your in. Private corral and hitch rail sound nice? How about numerous trail options covering varied terrain extending into Sequoia National Park, Golden Trout, and John Muir Wildernesses? This holy trinity of natural awesomeness isn’t going anyw Read more...
Just roll on up with the kids in tow. Upper Sage Campground in the Inyo National Forest makes it that easy for you! With paved parking and even drinking water, you can leave your worries at home. You can even bring the family pup--so long as he’s on a leash! Upper Sage is the perfect place to kick back for a weekend with the family.
Let’s be honest—camping in Inyo National Forest and around Yosemite is definitely busy during those beautiful summer months. Wanna explore the area but finding all of the nearby campsites to be full? Moraine Campground to the rescue! Open only when other campsites are totally booked up, this spot will let you experience the gorgeous mountain views Read more...
Pack up your camera and your swimsuit and get ready for an adventure. Incredible hiking opportunities await, and expeditions can easily be followed by a dip in the crystal-clear waters of Bishop Creek. Hungry? The creek is stocked with wily trout that will give you a run for your money! Better pack the peanut butter in case you strike out. RV and Read more...
Mountain views, alpine trees, and creekside campsites? Sounds like some serious camping bliss. And we’re not the only one’s who think so—Sabrina Campground is one of Inyo’s most popular spots, but despite the crowds Sabrina retains it’s chilled out vibe. Check out nearby Lake Sabrina for some stellar fishing, or simply wander through the nearby tr Read more...
If you’re dreaming of camping high in the Sierras, surrounded by countless trees and the cool breeze of a nearby lake, North Lake Campground is where you should be. This shady spot is perfect for the California summertime heat and campers ready to rough it—no RV’s allowed. Nearby North Lake is fishing-friendly and a few picturesque hiking trails c Read more...
Situated nearby the base of the mighty Mount Whitney, Lone Pine Campground offers an abundance of outdoor activities surrounded by brilliant vistas, desert wildflowers, and vast, expansive landscapes. The campground itself is guarded by sagebrush and sits along the shores of Lone Pine Creek. Frequented mainly by RVs, there are limited tent-only si Read more...
For such a small campground, Mountain Glen’s got some serious charm. The few walk-in sites available are secluded and protected with a canopy of aspens and willows, dotted with a few pines. Mountain Glen is a rustic site with few amenities, making it all that much easier to get back to the great outdoors. Mountain camping at it’s finest!
There are two group campgrounds at the Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area–the Clyde Glacier and Palisade Glacier Group sites. These sites sit along the Big Pine Creek and you’ll have views of nearby glaciers for which the sites are named. Hike to the glaciers in the John Muir Wilderness, or climb the canyon walls if you’re looking for an awesome adve Read more...
Picture yourself pitching your tent on a grassy underbrush right next to the slow rushing Bishop Creek. You’re deep into the Sierra mountains and surrounded by peace, quiet, and more trees than you can count. Yep, we bet you’re already daydreaming about your trip over here. Bishop Park Campground is one of Inyo’s most popular spots for a reason, s Read more...
Inyo National Forest
This part of California is so huge, you could spend weeks here and never see everything.
In the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, more than 1.5 million acres of wilderness awaits you. Inyo County hosts thousands of miles of hiking trails, hundreds of lakes and picturesque mountain views. No wonder Ansel Adams and John Muir raved about this place.
Hiking to some of the many scenic points in the park is an adventure. Mount Whitney isn't just a monolith watching over the park. It's the highest point in the lower 48 states.
The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest harbors Methuselah, a single tree that's nearly 5,000 years old. She's the second-oldest single life-form known to mankind.
Mammoth Lakes is Inyo County's only incorporated town. The town is a winter sports haven for people who love to snow ski. Nearby natural hot springs offer
In the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, more than 1.5 million acres of wilderness awaits you. Inyo County hosts thousands of miles of hiking trails, hundreds of lakes and picturesque mountain views. No wonder Ansel Adams and John Muir raved about this place.
Hiking to some of the many scenic points in the park is an adventure. Mount Whitney isn't just a monolith watching over the park. It's the highest point in the lower 48 states.
The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest harbors Methuselah, a single tree that's nearly 5,000 years old. She's the second-oldest single life-form known to mankind.
Mammoth Lakes is Inyo County's only incorporated town. The town is a winter sports haven for people who love to snow ski. Nearby natural hot springs offer the perfect place to unwind after a long day.
Consider skiing, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling if you love white powder. Cabins in winter and RVs or tents in summer are the ideal headquarters for your outdoor adventure.
Activities in the park
80 campgrounds in Inyo National Forest
Heading out onto the great Mt. Whitney trek? The one-night-only Mt. Whitney Trailhead Campground is your basecamp before you venture deeper into the wilderness. This walk-in campground is buzzing with backpackers in the summer months hoping to make it to the top of the seriously majestic Mt. Whitney. But let’s be real… this trailhead campground ai Read more...
Hidden in the glorious backcountry of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains rests Grays Meadows Campground. Rugged and strikingly beautiful, this lil slice of Cali heaven throws down grandiose mountain scenery, challenging trails, alpine lakes, and the famed high peaks of the John Muir Wilderness. No big deal right? Well it gets better! The campgrou Read more...
Keep close to nature’s heart at Onion Valley Campground in the breathtaking eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. The parks idyllic location adjacent to the lake, and being just a faint yodel yonder from the John Muir Wilderness makes it a popular stomping ground for hikers, angles, and photographers looking for total immersion. Getting up there at 9,2 Read more...
Walk-in sites, rustic tenting, and high elevation make an overnight at Horseshoe Meadow campground a heady experience. Many campers use this area as a jumping-off point for exploring the extensive John Muir or Trout Lake Wilderness areas. Shared tables and plans may facilitate giddy campfire discussions, geeky itinerary comparison, and all-around Read more...
Tent dweller? RV devotee? Whatever you are, there's a spot for you at Whitney Portal Family Campground. It's located 13 miles from the town of Lone Pine off of Whitney Portal Road. Whitney Portal Campground has 43 single campsites. Some may be reserved in advance, but others are only yours on a first-come, first-served basis. They make sure you' Read more...
We’re fans of that old saying “the more the merrier”, especially when it comes to group camping. So get your squad together, whether it’s a college reunion gathering, a bunch of your (cool) coworkers, or the people from that book club you joined forever ago and kinda sorta forgot to go to the past few meetings. At $70 a night, this place is a stea Read more...
Ready to venture off into the Eastern Sierras? The one-night-only Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead Campground is where you’ll want to stay before you explore the vast mountain landscape, alpine lakes, and fresh air that you’ll find as you hike through the John Muir Wilderness into the Cottonwood Lakes. Sites are walk-in and help you acclimate to the hig Read more...
If you’re looking for a riding adventure of fantastic proportions, Horseshoe Meadows Equestrian Camp is your in. Private corral and hitch rail sound nice? How about numerous trail options covering varied terrain extending into Sequoia National Park, Golden Trout, and John Muir Wildernesses? This holy trinity of natural awesomeness isn’t going anyw Read more...
Just roll on up with the kids in tow. Upper Sage Campground in the Inyo National Forest makes it that easy for you! With paved parking and even drinking water, you can leave your worries at home. You can even bring the family pup--so long as he’s on a leash! Upper Sage is the perfect place to kick back for a weekend with the family.
Let’s be honest—camping in Inyo National Forest and around Yosemite is definitely busy during those beautiful summer months. Wanna explore the area but finding all of the nearby campsites to be full? Moraine Campground to the rescue! Open only when other campsites are totally booked up, this spot will let you experience the gorgeous mountain views Read more...
Pack up your camera and your swimsuit and get ready for an adventure. Incredible hiking opportunities await, and expeditions can easily be followed by a dip in the crystal-clear waters of Bishop Creek. Hungry? The creek is stocked with wily trout that will give you a run for your money! Better pack the peanut butter in case you strike out. RV and Read more...
Mountain views, alpine trees, and creekside campsites? Sounds like some serious camping bliss. And we’re not the only one’s who think so—Sabrina Campground is one of Inyo’s most popular spots, but despite the crowds Sabrina retains it’s chilled out vibe. Check out nearby Lake Sabrina for some stellar fishing, or simply wander through the nearby tr Read more...
If you’re dreaming of camping high in the Sierras, surrounded by countless trees and the cool breeze of a nearby lake, North Lake Campground is where you should be. This shady spot is perfect for the California summertime heat and campers ready to rough it—no RV’s allowed. Nearby North Lake is fishing-friendly and a few picturesque hiking trails c Read more...
Situated nearby the base of the mighty Mount Whitney, Lone Pine Campground offers an abundance of outdoor activities surrounded by brilliant vistas, desert wildflowers, and vast, expansive landscapes. The campground itself is guarded by sagebrush and sits along the shores of Lone Pine Creek. Frequented mainly by RVs, there are limited tent-only si Read more...
For such a small campground, Mountain Glen’s got some serious charm. The few walk-in sites available are secluded and protected with a canopy of aspens and willows, dotted with a few pines. Mountain Glen is a rustic site with few amenities, making it all that much easier to get back to the great outdoors. Mountain camping at it’s finest!
There are two group campgrounds at the Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area–the Clyde Glacier and Palisade Glacier Group sites. These sites sit along the Big Pine Creek and you’ll have views of nearby glaciers for which the sites are named. Hike to the glaciers in the John Muir Wilderness, or climb the canyon walls if you’re looking for an awesome adve Read more...
Picture yourself pitching your tent on a grassy underbrush right next to the slow rushing Bishop Creek. You’re deep into the Sierra mountains and surrounded by peace, quiet, and more trees than you can count. Yep, we bet you’re already daydreaming about your trip over here. Bishop Park Campground is one of Inyo’s most popular spots for a reason, s Read more...