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Horton Creek Campground, CA

Elevation - 4,975 ft. Campground is located on an alluvial fan, next to Horton Creek with an outstanding view of Mt. Tom and Wheeler Crest in the Sierra Nevada Range. Nearby is the Tungsten Hills. Wintering deer herds often graze in the early spring. Plenty of opportunities for exploring, hiking, sightseeing. Closest amenities are in Bishop (12 miles).
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Horton Creek Road, Bishop, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Recreational vehicles, Biking, Photography, Auto touring, Horseback riding

PV Pit Campground, CA

The PV Pit Campground is located in an old gravel quarry near the Happy and Sad Boulders. PV Pit is popular for its affordable price and social atmosphere.
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Bishop, CA

Amenities

Camping, Wildlife viewing, Biking, Photography, Auto touring, Winter sports, Interpretive programs

Tuttle Creek Campground, CA

Open year round. $8/night, no reservations available for individual sites. 83 sites/tent and pull through trailer spaces. Campground is shadowed by some of the most impressive peaks in the Sierra Nevada Range: Mt. Whitney, Lone Pine Peak and Mt. Williamson rise to the west of the campground. To the east is the Alabama Hills with its famous movie history. Beyond the Alabama Hills is the Owens Valley and Inyo Mountains Range. Camping is good throughout the season with plenty of opportunities for exploring, hiking, sightseeing. Closest amenities (groceries, gas) are in Lone Pine (4.5 miles). Elevation - 5,120 ft. Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings and lantern holders. Water is available March-October. Dump station cost is $5.00, no …
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Unnamed Road, Lone Pine, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Recreational vehicles, Biking, Photography, Auto touring, Winter sports, Horseback riding

Grays Meadows Campground, CA

Overview

Grays Meadows Campground is situated along Independence Creek in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Its location on the creek and proximity to the rugged John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, spring skiers and snowboarders.

Opening and closing dates may be dependent on weather conditions.

Recreation

Majestic mountain scenery and challenging trails draw campers to the Onion Valley area for hiking and horseback riding. The well-known and demanding Shepherd Pass Trail, which can be reached just west of Grays Meadows Campground, heads up to alpine lakes and the high peaks of the John Muir Wilderness.

Independence Creek is regularly stocked with trophy-size rainbow trout. Anglers flock to the creek for …
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Onion Valley Road, Independence, CA

Amenities

Hiking, Camping, Fishing

Lone Pine Campground, CA

Overview

Lone Pine Campground is located near the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States, offering unparalleled views of the mountain and surrounding peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

An abundance of fishing and hiking opportunities can be found both in and around Lone Pine.

Recreation

Hikers are drawn to the majestic scenery and challenging trails of the Whitney Portal area. Trails lead to the John Muir Wilderness, including Mt. Whitney, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. The Mt. Whitney trailhead is just 7 miles away.

The less challenging National Recreation Trail connects Lone Pine Campground to Whitney Portal and its picnic area and fishing pond.

The eastern Sierras are also known for exceptional …
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Whitney Portal Road, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Picnicking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Biking

Onion Valley Campground, CA

Overview

This quiet campground is set amidst breathtaking scenery of rugged mountain peaks, thick forests and waterfalls in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Its location on the creek and proximity to the John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, photographers and those who want to relax in a peaceful, natural setting.

Recreation

Majestic scenery and challenging trails draw campers to the Onion Valley area for hiking and horseback riding. The campground is near Kearsarge Pass, Robinson Lake and Golden Trout Lakes Trailheads, which access several alpine lakes and mountain peaks within the John Muir Wilderness, as well as Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

The eastern Sierras are also known for …
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Bubbs Creek Trail, Independence, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Horseback riding

Whitney Portal Campground, CA

Overview

Whitney Portal Campground is in a prime location within the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - at the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States.

With hiking trails to Mt. Whitney and the John Muir Wilderness less than a mile away, the campground is a popular home base for hikers, as well as family, RV and tent campers who wish to explore the area's activities and enjoy unparalleled scenery.

Recreation

Hikers are drawn to the majestic scenery and challenging trails of the Whitney Portal recreation area. Nearby trails lead into the John Muir Wilderness and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

The campground is only 0.5 miles from trailheads to Mt. Whitney, Meysan Lake and …
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Whitney Portal Road, CA

Amenities

Hiking, Camping, Fishing

Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area, CA

Overview

Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area includes two group campground sites. Named for glaciers that can be seen at the end of the valley, Clyde Glacier Group Site and Palisade Glacier Group Site sit along Big Pine Creek.

Recreation

Fishing is a popular activity in the creek and nearby lakes. Climbers make use of the steep, glacier-carved canyon walls for excellent climbing opportunities.

The North Fork Trail climbs past waterfalls and zigzags through Jeffrey pine, manzanita and sage before it reaches Big Pine Lakes with views of Palisade Glacier, the largest glacier.

The South Fork Trail climbs to small lakes fed by glacial waters from Norman Clyde and Middle Palisade Glaciers, the southernmost glaciers.

Facilities

The Clyde Glacier standard campsite …
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Glacier Lodge Road, Big Pine, CA

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Camping

Upper Sage Flat Campground, CA

Overview

Take the family to Upper Sage for a pleasant camping trip along the banks of Big Pine Creek. Here, visitors can experience the beauty of the creek that runs along the base of a narrow canyon. Visitors can swim or fish, in the creek that is stocked annually with trout, or head to a nearby lake for power boating.

Recreation

Rainbow, brown, brook and alpers trout swim in the stream, enticing anglers. Hikers are fans of the Big Pine Creek Trail, a 1.5-mile footpath that provides access to the John Muir Wilderness trails.

Facilities

Parking aprons are paved and most are 40 feet long. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables and campfire rings.

Natural Features

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Glacier Lodge Road, Big Pine, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Horseback riding

Big Pine Creek Campground, CA

Overview

Big Pine Creek Campground, surrounded by sprawling meadows and towering trees, is perfectly situated in the scenic Big Pine Canyon. Campsites are perched along the cool, fish-filled waters of Big Pine Creek. Big Pine Canyon is heralded for having both the largest and southern most glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The campground sits at 7,700 feet elevation among vegetation like Jeffrey pine, sagebrush, aspen and cottonwood trees.

Recreation

The creek and nearby Big Pine Lakes are great for fishing. Both water spots have rainbow, brown and brook trout.

The North Fork Trail gives hikers access to Big Pine Lakes and the Palisade Glacier. The trail climbs past waterfalls and zigzags through Jeffrey pine, manzanita and sage before it …
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Glacier Lodge Road, Big Pine, CA

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Camping

Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA

Overview

Dorst Creek Campground is located in the breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range.

The campground is perched at an elevation of 6,700 ft., on the banks of scenic Dorst Creek. Several meadows surround the campground and a number of small streams flow through the site.

A handful of popular day-hikes begin from or near the campground, including the trail to Lost Grove, a 57-acre grove containing 15 beautiful sequoias.

Recreation

Dorst Creek lies in the Giant Forest region of Sequoia National Park, where forty miles of trails invite visitors to immerse themselves in the majesty of the ancient groves.

Several additional popular hiking and wilderness trailheads are close by, including the …
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Dorst Creek, Three Rivers, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking

Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA

Overview

Lodgepole Campground is located in the breathtaking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. Lodgepole is perched on the banks of the scenic and lengthy Marble Fork of the Kaweah River, at an elevation of 6,700 ft. The inspiring Giant Forest Grove and the mighty General Sherman Tree - the world's largest tree in volume - are just two miles from the campground.

Recreation

Forty miles of trails, including the paved Big Trees Trail, invite visitors to immerse themselves in the majesty of the ancient grove. Several additional popular hiking and wilderness trailheads are close by, including the trail to Moro Rock, a granite dome with spectacular views of the …

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Lodgepole Road, Sequoia National Park, CA

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Visitor center, Other recreation concession site, Interpretive programs

Logger Flat Group Campground, CA

Overview

Logger Flat Group Camping is situated in the Sequoia National Forest, a short drive from Hume Lake, one of the forest's most visited destinations. Windsurfing and fishing are popular activities.

Recreation

Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking and off-road exploring.

A family-friendly trail loops around the lake, offering a 2.6-mile path with interpretive signs and benches along the way.

Facilities

The campground offers one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people and 30 vehicles or a combination of 20 cars and 10 RVs. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but no electric hookups are available.

Natural Features

Sequoia National Forest is named for the giant …
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Ten Mile Road, Hume, CA

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Camping

Aspen Hollow Group Campground, CA

Overview

Aspen Hollow Group sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet within the Giant Sequoia National Monument, adjacent to Kings Canyon National Park. The campground sits just one mile from Hume Lake, an 87-acre man-made lake in the Kings River Watershed.

Recreation

In addition to hiking the sequoia groves, visitors enjoy swimming, trout fishing and boating at nearby Lake Hume. The trails in the Monument are open to hikers, horses and bikes, however bikes are not permitted in wilderness areas.

Facilities

The campground accommodates up to 100 people and has back-in spaces for 35 vehicles.

Vault toilets, drinking water, laundry facilities and food storage lockers are provided.

The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local …
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Aspen Hollow Lane, Hume, CA

Amenities

Boating, Camping, Fishing, Swimming site

Glacier View Campground, CA

If you’re bent on visiting some of California’s best national parks, camping at Glacier View Campground is your best bet. The RV park near Kings Canyon National Park and Death Valley National Park. It’s also less than two hours' drive from Yosemite National Park.

With so much wilderness and natural beauty nearby, you likely won’t be spending much time at the campground. As such, this no-frills campground offers only basic amenities and services. The campground features showers and partial hookup campsites. There are also a few big rig-friendly campsites. However, there is no dump station on-site.

Thanks to the campground’s distance from major roadways, you'll have easy access to the surrounding area. There …

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Baker Creek Campground, CA

Looking for quiet and solitude in the state of California can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. If this is what you're seeking, consider booking a spot at Baker Creek Campground near the city of Big Pine. This rustic campground has limited amenities and could be the perfect RV campground for you. It's open year-round, and sites can be booked in advance and rented by the day for short stays (monthly and seasonal RV camping isn't offered). There are vault toilets, but there aren't showers or potable water outlets, so you should carry water with you for drinking and other purposes.

Individual sites at this Big Pine campground can fit midsize to larger RV rentals, but …

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Brown's Town Campground, CA

At Brown's Town Campground in Bishop, CA, you can park your motorhome rental and settle in for a comfortable, worry-free stay. Clean showers, restrooms, and laundry facilities are on hand so you can begin by relaxing and getting a jump start on the days ahead. Kids will love the old-fashioned ice cream fountain located in the camp store, which supplies hot and cold sandwiches, freshly made pies and whatever RV camping supplies you might be running low on. The park has cable TV channels so you can catch up on the news or your favorite TV show, or simply enjoy the night sky outside your rental RV in your favorite lawn chair.

Each site has both shade and grass, electrical …

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Brown's Millpond Campground, CA

Finding a fun and relaxing place to stay when you're on vacation doesn't have to be complicated and at Brown's Millpond Campground, you will have exactly that without being under or overwhelmed. This family-owned and operated RV campground is situated right next to a creek in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range; it has access to hiking and mountain biking trails, a fishing pond, playground, horseshoe pits, and more. For your comfort, there are laundry facilities, showers and restrooms, and each site has electric and water hookups. Some of the sites are designated for tent camping.

If it's been a long trip, start your RV camping adventure by heading to a nearby hot spring where you can bathe …

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Three Rivers Hideaway Campground, CA

Outside of Three Rivers, a tiny village in central California, you can rent an RV near Three Rivers Hideaway to stay for a few nights or a few weeks. This gateway to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the natural treasures it holds rests in the range’s foothills, minutes from the national forest land. With your campervan rental, you can tour the wilderness areas of the Golden State, seeing lofty mountain peaks, incredible lakes, waterfalls, and some of the most unique trees on the planet.

Staying at Three Rivers Hideaway is a great idea despite its remote location away from regional cities like Fresno. When camping in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, nature is the true star of the …

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Sequoia RV Ranch, CA

In the breathtaking wilderness bordering Sequoia National Park, Sequoia RV Ranch is an excellent place to base a Central California RV camping trip. The RV park is in the small town of Fresno.

Sequoia RV Ranch is open all year round and offers several different camping options. The RV sites at Sequoia RV Ranch are available with full or partial hookups. Riverfront camping sites are offered, too.

You'll have access to some great features and amenities while camping at Sequoia RV Ranch, including WiFi, restrooms and showers, laundry facilities, and a BBQ area for grilling …

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