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Brown’s Town

Reservations are available at Brown's Town, a privately managed campground on the eastern edge of Bishop, California, running March through November at $27 to $32 per night. Sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer, and a dump station is on-site. Tent sites sit on maintained grass with fire pits and picnic tables. The grounds run directly alongside Highway 395, and reviewers note some truck noise at night, though sites positioned further from the road tend to buffer it.

The campground draws a mix of golfers, anglers, and ATV riders, as it borders a public golf course and sits within easy reach of nearby lakes. Cleanliness comes up consistently across reviews: bathrooms are kept up and not cramped, and showers are private with locking doors. Hot showers run $2 for seven minutes via tokens purchased at the on-site general store, which also stocks food and drinks. A small laundry room and a playground round out the facilities.

Keough Hot Spring is a nearby option for campers who want something different, and those planning a longer stay in the area can browse places to camp around Bishop for additional choices. As Susan L. notes, it's "only a mile into town for a large supermarket, Starbucks, and two incredible bakeries." Brown's Town works well as a base for exploring the Eastern Sierra or as a one- or two-night stop on a longer drive up or down the 395 corridor.

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Map & DirectionsBrown’s Town is located in California near Bishop

Private Campground

Coordinates

37.34048172 N
118.39703282 W

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Excellent Coverage
Verified by 16 users
Last on 9/14/26
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Excellent Coverage
Verified by 14 users
Last on 9/14/26
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Excellent Coverage
Verified by 4 users
Last on 9/14/26

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
30 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+17608738522

Drive Time

4 hrs 31 min from Visalia, CA
4 hrs 39 min from Hanford, CA
5 hrs 1 min from Fresno, CA
5 hrs 44 min from Merced, CA

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Brown’s Town

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6 Reviews

Sarah R.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 17, 2022

Clean and quiet

Just pulled in late for one night. Nice large spaces, pretty open with several large trees for shade. $35 for water and power hook ups; $30 for no hook ups/tent; $2 showers; $5 guest dump; $15 non guest (dump hours 8-4:30).

Nice little general store.

Site148

Month of VisitApril

Cathy B.

Traveler

Reviewed Mar. 13, 2022

Clean and quiet

The campground and bathrooms were clean and well taken care of. It’s like a parking lot with big trees. But a very nice parking lot with trees. The pull thoughts were very welcome since it was dark when we got there. Would we stay again? Probably if we were passing g through like this trip.

Site55

Month of VisitMarch

Deanna A.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2021

Nice place to stay

Great place to stay. Close To town(Bishop). Close to lots of lakes and tons to do and see. Very clean,

Month of VisitJune

Paul C.

Guide

Reviewed May. 20, 2021

We will be back

Clean easy to get in sites. Water and electric sites with a dump station for when you leave. Bathrooms were very clean. Only complaint is that as a paying guest we still had to pay to dump ($5) and showers are $2/7mins. Great place for kids with playground, western town and store with ice cream and beers.

Site55 & 32

Month of VisitMay

Mike N.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 4, 2020

Cozy spot on the edge of town

I stayed 2 nights here Sept 29 & 30, 2020 and I’m glad I did. First off, the price was great which was $28/night throw in a 7 minute hot shower for $2 more(you buy the tokens at the onsite general store) but the cold showers are free. Number 2, Bishop is a nice little town with AMAZING food spots, so you will want a little time to check those out. The staff is friendly all around from check in to grabbing a hot dog and a beer to the hardworking grounds crew. Every tent site has a fire pit, picnic table, and good grass as the grounds crew are watering the sites when not in use. The bathrooms are clean, kept up, and not cramped. The showers are nice and clean too with each shower having it’s own door with lock unlike the showers at the local gym. Right by a golf course and directly off 395 which wasn’t loud during the evening. There are hiking trails about a 30 minute drive away on Pine Creek Rd. They weren’t open when I was there due to the wildfires on the other side of the ridge. Great campground to stay for a couple days to see what Bishop has to offer.

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Susan L.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2019

Grass camping with amenities

We stayed here on our trip from San Diego to Washington. We drove in without reservations mid week, and they had a spot for us. Super clean bathrooms and coin op showers, a small laundry room and high country museum, and a well stocked store. Very friendly. We parked on grass, and over the fence was a very nice public country club golf course. Many of the campers were staying there to golf, go fishing and to ride atvs. Only a mile into town for a large supermarket, Starbucks, and two incredible bakeries. The view was beautiful. The grounds right along Hwy 395, so you did hear trucks at night, but we camped further off the road, so it was totally doable. Would stay here again as a “passing through” not for deep woods experience.

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Brown's Town Campground?

Brown's Town Campground offers several pricing options. Tent camping and non-hookup sites cost $30 per night. Sites with water and electric hookups are $35 per night. Additional fees include $2 for a 7-minute hot shower (tokens available at the on-site general store), while cold showers are free. There's also a dump station fee of $5 for registered guests and $15 for non-guests (available from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM). Prices may vary by season, so it's advisable to verify current rates when making reservations.

What do visitors say about Brown's Town Campground in Bishop, CA?

Campers consistently praise Brown's Town Campground for its cleanliness, particularly the well-maintained bathrooms and grounds. The staff receives high marks for friendliness and helpfulness. Many appreciate the campground's proximity to Bishop, making it convenient for accessing local amenities and restaurants. The location also serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby lakes and outdoor activities. While some mention it resembles a parking lot with trees, they still find it comfortable and pleasant. The reasonable pricing is frequently highlighted as a major plus for this Eastern Sierra destination.

Are there photos available of Brown's Town Campground before I visit?

Yes, photos of Brown's Town Campground are available online. These images typically showcase the campground's spacious sites, large shade trees, and grassy areas. You can find visual references to the campground's layout, the western-themed areas, playground, and general store. For the most current and comprehensive collection of photos, check The Dyrt's campground page, the official Brown's Town website, or contact the campground directly. Visual previews can help you better understand the camping environment, which features pull-through sites and the overall atmosphere of this Bishop, CA destination.

What amenities and facilities does Brown's Town Campground offer?

Brown's Town Campground features water and electric hookup sites, a dump station, clean bathrooms, and both paid hot showers ($2/7 minutes) and free cold showers. The property includes a small laundry room, a well-stocked general store selling shower tokens and ice cream, and a high country museum. Families will appreciate the playground and western town area for children. Sites are spacious, many with grass and shade from large trees. Pull-through sites are available, making it convenient for RVs. The campground's layout and facilities cater to both tent campers and those with recreational vehicles.

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