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June Lake Campground

June Lake Campground, near June Lake, California, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without straying too far from town. With its picturesque views and proximity to local attractions, it strikes a nice balance between nature and convenience.

This campground offers a range of sites for both tent and RV camping, with picnic tables and fire rings to make your stay comfortable. Visitors have noted the beautiful aspen trees surrounding the area, creating a serene atmosphere while still being just a short walk from amenities like June Lake Brewing and local eateries. One camper mentioned, “Our site was surrounded by beautiful aspen trees and yet we walked to pizza, the marina, and the brewery.”

While the campground doesn’t have drinking water or showers, it does provide essential facilities like toilets and trash disposal. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathrooms and the availability of water fill-up stations. As one reviewer pointed out, “They also have a lot of water fill-up stations and tons of bathrooms!”

For those eager to explore, the campground is just a stone's throw from June Lake, making it perfect for fishing, boating, or simply soaking up the sun on the shore. The fall colors along the June Lake loop are a sight not to be missed, and many campers enjoy the peacefulness of the area, especially during the quieter months. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, June Lake Campground offers a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of opportunities for adventure.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Inyo National Forest

Overview

Easy access to fishing, a marina and boat rentals make June Lake Campground a favorite spot for both families and anglers. The facility sits in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains in close proximity to the Ansel Adams Wilderness, Yosemite National Park and Mono Lake. The town of June Lake offers the convenience of shopping and dining, while the surrounding land and lakes provide ample outdoor recreation opportunities.

Recreation

Campers have no problem staying busy and enjoying the outdoors. Fishing for rainbow and Alpers trout, canoeing, boating and walking are just some of the activities available around the lake. Numerous trails lie minutes away, an obvious draw for hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. The Fern Lake Trail, a short drive away, leads into the scenic Ansel Adams Wilderness. Skiing is a major winter pastime in the area. A drive along the June Lake Loop results in expansive views of rugged mountain peaks and several lakes.

Natural Features

Campsites are located in a mixed aspen and pine forest above the eastern shoreline of beautiful, 257-acre June Lake. Many points in the campground have views of the surrounding 11,000 and 12,000' peaks. The campground's elevation is 7,600 feet. Many species of wildlife call the mountains home, such as black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and numerous fish and birds.

Nearby Attractions

Mono Lake and its many activities are minutes away. Hikers can access the scenic Ansel Adams Wilderness via nearby trails, and Yosemite National Park is a great day trip. Ansel Adams Wilderness Yosemite National Park

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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Location

June Lake Campground is located in California

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Directions

June Lake Campground is about 350 miles north of Los Angeles and 150 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Take U.S. Highway 395 to its southern junction with Highway 158. Take 158 for 2.3 miles. The campground is on the right just past the fire station, in the town of June Lake.

Coordinates

37.782138 N
119.075254 W

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Access

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

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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Big Rig Friendly

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26 Reviews

Reviewed May. 30, 2023

Nice camp ground - convenient location

We like this place, but it’s not a backcountry vibe. Right off the loop pretty much in town. Spectacular views from the right spot. We were in T-1. Great camp host. Walk to June Lake Brewing!

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Shane C., May 30, 2023
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Shane C., May 30, 2023
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Reviewed Jul. 9, 2022

Book in advance!

Although we had to book pretty far In advance this place was awesome! The lake is a little far of a walk but, during the summer, people that visit treat it like a beach and it’s so cool to see so many people on the water and the sand. Definitely will bring rafts next time to tie up and hang out for the day! They also have a lot of water fill up stations and tons of bathrooms!

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Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 20, 2022

Really nice

The lake was beautiful and the campground was nice with very close water spigots. Mind the chipmunks though, they ripped through our air mattress and our stasher bag full of trail mix while we were just unloading the car

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Makena B., June 20, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 23, 2021

Magical spot

This is an incredible place with few amenities, but an amazing mix of serenity while right in the middle of town. Our site was surrounded by beautiful aspen trees and yet we walked to pizza, the marina, and the brewery. The best of both worlds!

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Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 1, 2021

Bear loop space 2

Short trip in from the highway. Stayed in the bear loop. Camping is very close to one another. Needed a place to rest from a day of long driving. Toilets are not in each loop so it is a hike/drive. Each space had a bear box, and table- don’t remember for certain if there were fire pits but I think there was. Went during Memorial Day weekend 2021 and did not pack adequate warm gear for the night and were freeeeezing! Absolutely beautiful view of the lake from the loop. I believe you can walk through some vegetation to get to the lake without driving back up and out of the loop.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by nicole , June 1, 2021
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by nicole , June 1, 2021
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Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

Right next to the lake

Had a smaller campsite (site 15) that butted right up against another campsite, but most other sites seemed more private. Plenty of shade and trees. Saw a doe and two babies run through the site every morning.

  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Hannah L., August 31, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2020

Beautiful Spot

Like to camp here in late October early Novemeber when I drive the eastern sierras to take a look at the fall colors.  I am a tent camper so at that time of the year not too many people are in tents. Be warned it is COLD at night. Most of the sites here are literally on June Lake.  So watching the lake in the evening and morning is a real treat.  Good area for fishing and boating.

At the time of the year I go not very crowded.  I expect that is differnt at other times.  the fall colors along the June Lake loop are not to be missed.

This is nice little campgound.  Not too big.  SItes are well placed as you do not feel crowded.  Essential amenities but nothing fancy.

It is close enough to town you can get cofeee or eat out.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by MarinMaverick , August 15, 2020
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by MarinMaverick , August 15, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

Nice, quiet and free

This place was pretty nice. Very close to June Lake. Just simple dispersed camping with a handful of spots, some had rock rings for fires. We saw a deer as well. We pulled down into the middle ring, where there was an old burned out car. It was nice and sheltered since it was a bit windy on that night. We also saw a deer and enjoyed the fresh air!

  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Alex P., August 13, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 8, 2020

One Mile from June lake

Free camping in the National Forest right by June lake. Accessible for bigger rigs. Looks like 8 spots with fire pits.Water and dump right before lake parking.

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  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Thomas K., July 8, 2020
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Reviewed May. 24, 2020

Great for groups and pets!

My group had a blast at this campground! We were really tucked away from neighbors and were very close to the lake and bathrooms. We went in August and it was perfect weather, warm days and cool nights. I am interested in what other campgrounds have to offer, but would definitely come back here and recommend! We also loved that it was pet friendly and an easy drive to everything wanted to see between Mammoth & Yosemite.

  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Heather L., May 24, 2020
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Heather L., May 24, 2020
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Heather L., May 24, 2020
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Reviewed Oct. 11, 2019

Good

It’s a small campground just next to the lake so the place is nice. But spots are very small so you don’t have a lot of space and you live with your neighbors, no choice. Impossible to find the host and we had to go to another campground to pay! Flush toilets, drinkin water, pet allowed, nothing for your dish, No showers. Nice but not one of the best place to stay

Reviewed Aug. 27, 2019

Beautiful, great car camping

June Lake was beautiful! The campground was great. We were in the Oh Ridge Bear loop. Our site was well placed, with enough privacy and distance from our neighbors. The bathroom was in the adjacent loop, but was tidy. There is a pay shower and a well-stocked store. They have a free ice cream social on Thursday evenings in the summer!

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Katherine M., August 27, 2019
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Katherine M., August 27, 2019
Reviewed Jul. 25, 2019

Left my heart ❤️ in June Lake

Perfect time of year to go to June Lake is when the snow is melting and running off into the lake. Some of The clearest water I have ever seen. The view is breathtaking and you jut never want to leave. We camped at the neighboring site called Oh Ridge. It wasn’t too bad,but the site was small and there were no trees. It really depends on where you pick your spot, so schedule soon.

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Reviewed Oct. 21, 2018

Great campsite right next to town

Tent camping and some RV sites available. Went at the very end of the season so cold at night but beautiful during the day! Various homes nearby. Lake was beautiful and the leaves were changing in time for winter. Very clean. Flushable toilets and running water. Walking distance from town.

Reviewed Aug. 6, 2018

Spacious campground with flushable toilets

This campground was spacious and a single campsite easily fit 3 tents for 6 people. We could have put more if we needed to, I was impressed. It was set back away from the lake and so it was quite a walk to the beach, but that didn’t bother us.

We saw lots of wildlife and even had several deer come hang out in our campsite. They are clearly comfortable with humans.

Campground has:

-flushable toilets

-running water for washing dishes

-drinking water

-RV hookups

-large bear lockers

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Lucy L., August 6, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Lucy L., August 6, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 13, 2018

beautiful and clean

We camped here in early August 1017. We were close enough to the small town where there are restaurants and small shops. Don't forget enough blankets, layers, and an air mattress or padding for comfort because these items are very pricey, as expected, in the local shops. Camp host was very sweet and patient, as we were first timers. We didn't catch any fish at June lake but had fun trying. Others did, maybe we weren't using three right bait. Water was too cold to swim in for me but there were others in it. We rented a boat for half a day for about $65. Although it is best to reserve long in advance there are walk up spots, they just might not be where you'd like. Bathrooms had flush toilets and they even have coin operated showers at the marina. Lots to experience here. It did rain on us, (hard big drops) as we were just setting up camp but it cleared out and had beautiful weather the remainder of our visit.

Reviewed Jun. 17, 2018

Home, sweet second home

JUNE LAKE CAMPGROUND IS AMAZING. That is the short review.

My whole family loves June Lake campground, and we go there often. We usually book weekends and holidays as SOON as we are able to, and we have our favorite spots. All spots are awesome, and for $23 a night, $7 for a bundle of firewood, and only extra per night if you’ve got an extra vehicle. They’ve all got fire pits and are a short walk to the bathrooms (super clean), and showers (also super clean and warm). The hosts are all friendly and make daily rounds. The lake is beautiful, the grounds are beautiful, and the weather is always beautiful.

My sister, her fiancé, and their son, always go fishing while we are there too. They have boats and kayaks for rent too, and the lake is the most beautiful color

We just got back from camping there this weekend and it was awesome as ever. We always have at least one dog with us, we always do hikes and trails, and we always walk to Gull lake for the thrift shop.

This is my favorite place besides home.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Hannah L., June 17, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Hannah L., June 17, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Hannah L., June 17, 2018
Reviewed May. 23, 2018

Peaceful lakeside camping walking distance to town

We really enjoyed June Lake Campground! Stayed there for one night on our way out of Yosemite. The drive around the lake is beautiful and there are multiple camping areas. We stayed on a weeknight in October, so had no trouble getting an open spot without needing a reservation. The fall foliage was very pretty. Campsite was nice, large and level and tucked into the trees, so felt private and secluded. Some spots were right adjacent to the water as well. No showers, bathrooms with flush toilets. Drinking water and wash station were available.

Short walk into town with a couple of restaurants and shops. We had some beers at June Lake Brewing company which was just a short walk away -highly recommend stopping in there. Dog friendly, very nice place with good beer! I would definitely stay at June Lake again.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Carly E., May 23, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Carly E., May 23, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Carly E., May 23, 2018
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Reviewed May. 17, 2018

Absolutely lovely

We have been coming here annually for the past few years and enjoy it every time. The campsites are set in a nice way, the hosts always make it easy to check in, and the scenery is just magnificent. Bring your tents, friends, and dogs and be ready for a great time.

  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Josie P., May 17, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Josie P., May 17, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Josie P., May 17, 2018
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Reviewed May. 16, 2018

Beautiful area with lots of amenities

There are amenities and great restaurants but also a wonderful lake for kayaking, swimming and paddle boarding. It is a high mountain lake and can be cold but fishing is also good and the area around offers a ton of hiking - only 15 miles to Mammoth and backside of Yosemite's Devil's Postpile.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed May. 6, 2018

Awesome

June Lake is awesome! Nice shady, large campsites, beautiful area, and very central to tons of cool stuff to see in the area

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Lindsay B., May 6, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Lindsay B., May 6, 2018
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Lindsay B., May 6, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 21, 2017

Beautiful Mountain Lake

Camped here for an afternoon & evening. Was a relief from the heat of the eastern Sierra desert. Nice dispersed spots. Only showers were in an adjacent campground, 4 quarters for 7 minutes. All in all a great place to camp

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by DOL W., August 21, 2017
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2016

Great little town

Some of the best resort skiing to avoid the crowd on a powder day. Fantastic snowshoeing during the winter months, with the closure of the backside of the 120. Summer boasts great trout fishing, kayaking, and biking. Stop by the tiger bar in winter for a warm meal, and Ohanas and JLB in the summer or anytime really.

  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Keef W., July 31, 2016
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Keef W., July 31, 2016
  • Review photo of June Lake Campground by Keef W., July 31, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at June Lake Campground?

    June Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at June Lake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at June Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does June Lake Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, June Lake Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at June Lake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at June Lake Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at June Lake Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at June Lake Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at June Lake Campground?

    There are 28 campsites at June Lake Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts