CAMPING

Forest Service lands are open to camping unless otherwise posted which makes Mammoth, Bishop, June Lake, Yosemite, Lone Pine, Rock Creek and the Bristlecone Forest prime places to set up a tent and sleep under the stars. There are many campgrounds in the area and we break the campsites down by overall location. If you're idea of "roughing it" is more like some of our modern Mammoth Cabins, we can help with that too.

Many of the campsites stay open all winter long as long as the roads are accessable, of course some sites close. Campgrounds open at different times and close at different times. If you are adventuring out in the early season, please check with the Forest Service before booking online if your site of choice is open and will be open during your planned holiday.

Check out our campgrounds and make reservations online. We also have Family Campground recommendations. This is a map of where the following campgrounds are located. You can also book them online.

Mammoth Area
Bishop and Big Pine
Bristlecone Forest
June Lake/Lee Vining
Lone Pine and Independence
Rock Creek
Sequoia National Forest Campgrounds, and Kern County, Lake Isabella Sequioa Group Sites
Yosemite

Check with the Ranger Station for a map that shows what areas are also closed to camping. Camping has so many advantages but there are a few rules to follow. You will need to have a fire permit for all fires including stoves and charcoal grills (free at the ranger station). If you already have a fire permit, check with local authorities for current fire restrictions. Bring your own water or purify water from lakes, streams or springs. Be sure to make your camp at least 100 feet from all water sources. If there are no toilet facilities, please dig a hole at least 8 inches deep for disposal of your human waste. Always store your food properly to avoid property damage. Please take every safety precaution as the altitude is high, and there are bears and wild animals in the wilderness areas. Always pack out all your trash - leave no trace of your camp. Phew! just a few rules. Now go out and count those stars!

While Mammoth has a very active creature nightlife, you can always stay in a hotel or a Mammoth condo. It is not uncommon to stay a few nights under the stars, and then do some "5-star" camping indoors.