The best forest campgrounds in Mono Lake

Forest camping at Mono Lake means waking up to pine-scented air and a backdrop of ancient tufa towers. With over 3,500 forest campsites in the area, you get choices that put you right in the heart of the landscape—towering evergreens, volcanic hills, and the lake’s strange, otherworldly shoreline. Average sites run $52 a night, and you’ll find options at that price point. Whiskey Flats RV Park (3 reviews) is a favorite for its easy access and reliable setup. Most forest sites here allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets, so you don’t have to leave your dog at home. Bring a fishing rod or plan a swim—Mono Lake’s forested edges offer plenty of quiet pockets for both. Horseback riding trails cut through the woods, giving you a different view of the lake’s weird, lunar landscape. If you want a site that feels wild but still has basics covered, Mono Lake’s forest campgrounds deliver.

100% (6) • 109 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Mono Lake

Whiskey Flats RV Park

1. Whiskey Flats RV Park

100%

(8)

3 sites · Tents, RVs · Hawthorne, NV

Whether you're traveling to a far-off destination or coming here where all the excitement is, we are your all-inclusive one-stop stay at Whiskey Flats RV Park! Come enjoy the quiet desert scenery unparalleled in the West with our majestic Mount Grant looming above or the wonderful Walker Lake shores just miles from our property. We also have side by side rentals so you can view the area. There is offroad racing, exploring and ancient mysteries everywhere in Mineral County. A short drive over the Wassuk Mountains leads to great fishing at the newest Nevada State Park of Walker River, full of fishing and hiking locations spread along countless miles of changing desert and high mountain terrain A new and extensive county airport is right across the street. Petroglyphs, ghost towns like Rawhide, Bodie, Aurora are a short drive away. WIld animals, hunting, rock collecting, sightseeing and photography is unparalleled and if you crave stars- you will see them all here at night. Our neighbors is Dotty's Casino and Bourbon Street adult sports and southern themed bar and games with food or we have Pepper's Place 50's drive-up burgers and other conveniences right along the block from us.

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$52

/ night

Inyo National Forest

2. Inyo National Forest

96%

(453)

2001 sites · Lone Pine, California

Explore ancient pine forests, curious rock formations, and massive peaks in this sprawling national forest.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Sierra National Forest

3. Sierra National Forest

92%

(176)

1360 sites · Big Creek, California

“Secret Yosemite” offers scenic beauty, rugged forests, and outdoor recreation with smaller crowds.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

4. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

92%

(69)

868 sites · Mono City, California

Explore the largest national forest in the lower 48 with trails, fishing spots and hot springs.

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Toilets

Campfires

Yosemite National Park

5. Yosemite National Park

97%

(1680)

1526 sites · Yosemite Valley, California

Pros know Yosemite camping is either a feat of advanced planning or a willingness to wing it.

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Toilets

Campfires

Stanislaus National Forest

6. Stanislaus National Forest

93%

(173)

1530 sites · Strawberry, California

An extensive network of lakes, rivers, streams, and trails delight at this Yosemite neighbor.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Forest camping at Mono Lake means waking up to pine-scented air and a backdrop of ancient tufa towers. With over 3,500 forest campsites in the area, you get choices that put you right in the heart of the landscape—towering evergreens, volcanic hills, and the lake’s strange, otherworldly shoreline. Average sites run $52 a night, and you’ll find options at that price point. Whiskey Flats RV Park (3 reviews) is a favorite for its easy access and reliable setup. Most forest sites here allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets, so you don’t have to leave your dog at home. Bring a fishing rod or plan a swim—Mono Lake’s forested edges offer plenty of quiet pockets for both. Horseback riding trails cut through the woods, giving you a different view of the lake’s weird, lunar landscape. If you want a site that feels wild but still has basics covered, Mono Lake’s forest campgrounds deliver.

100% (6) • 109 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Mono Lake

Whiskey Flats RV Park

1. Whiskey Flats RV Park

100%

(8)

3 sites · Tents, RVs · Hawthorne, NV

Whether you're traveling to a far-off destination or coming here where all the excitement is, we are your all-inclusive one-stop stay at Whiskey Flats RV Park! Come enjoy the quiet desert scenery unparalleled in the West with our majestic Mount Grant looming above or the wonderful Walker Lake shores just miles from our property. We also have side by side rentals so you can view the area. There is offroad racing, exploring and ancient mysteries everywhere in Mineral County. A short drive over the Wassuk Mountains leads to great fishing at the newest Nevada State Park of Walker River, full of fishing and hiking locations spread along countless miles of changing desert and high mountain terrain A new and extensive county airport is right across the street. Petroglyphs, ghost towns like Rawhide, Bodie, Aurora are a short drive away. WIld animals, hunting, rock collecting, sightseeing and photography is unparalleled and if you crave stars- you will see them all here at night. Our neighbors is Dotty's Casino and Bourbon Street adult sports and southern themed bar and games with food or we have Pepper's Place 50's drive-up burgers and other conveniences right along the block from us.

Pets

Toilets

Full hookups

from

$52

/ night

Inyo National Forest

2. Inyo National Forest

96%

(453)

2001 sites · Lone Pine, California

Explore ancient pine forests, curious rock formations, and massive peaks in this sprawling national forest.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Sierra National Forest

3. Sierra National Forest

92%

(176)

1360 sites · Big Creek, California

“Secret Yosemite” offers scenic beauty, rugged forests, and outdoor recreation with smaller crowds.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

4. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

92%

(69)

868 sites · Mono City, California

Explore the largest national forest in the lower 48 with trails, fishing spots and hot springs.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Yosemite National Park

5. Yosemite National Park

97%

(1680)

1526 sites · Yosemite Valley, California

Pros know Yosemite camping is either a feat of advanced planning or a willingness to wing it.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Stanislaus National Forest

6. Stanislaus National Forest

93%

(173)

1530 sites · Strawberry, California

An extensive network of lakes, rivers, streams, and trails delight at this Yosemite neighbor.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Tiffany

September 2025

27 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Whiskey Flats RV Park

Beautiful campground! Spacious spots and full RV hookups. It’s right beside a grocery store and bar/casino so that was fun. It was also quiet for the most part though (some people about a half a mile away let off fireworks while we were there so that was annoying) so all in all I def recommend!

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Gareth Sheenn

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Whiskey Flats RV Park

We really enjoyed our stay here! The RV park is very clean and well-kept, and the shower rooms were spotless and well maintained. A comfortable and easy stop for travelers

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Alexandra

June 2025

30 ft Class C

With kids

1 night at Whiskey Flats RV Park

Super easy check in process and Bradley was great at communicating.

Jennifer

February 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Whiskey Flats RV Park

We stayed one night and had an easy pull thru near the entrance. There was a grass patch for our dog as well. Beautiful views and friendly staff. We would stay again if in the area!

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Ed

January 2025

18 ft travel trailer

1 night at Whiskey Flats RV Park

Great through camping location. Conveniently located off of 95 in nv. Hawthorne was a neat stay overnight. Recommend the munitions museum. Camp was right next to a casino which served generous drinks. Campground was well laid out, clean and quiet. Hosts were very accommodating and ensured we took care to watch the water lines as freezing temps rolled in at night. Would stay again in a heartbeat.