Sitting along the San Joaquin River in the Devils Postpile area, Minaret Falls Campground runs open from June through September with drive-in access down a long, winding, mostly one-lane road that warrants caution. Some sites border the river directly, and a few have sightlines toward Minaret Falls. Cell service is absent in the Red's Meadow valley. Campers can pick up firewood from the camp host, and bear boxes are on-site for food storage in active bear country. A trail connects the campground to Devils Postpile National Monument Campground, with fishing in the river and access to Sotcher and Starkweather lakes nearby. Those planning a trip to the region can browse campgrounds near Mammoth Lakes to compare options before heading down the road.
Description
Narrow, single lane road. Only accessible in summer. Accessible by private vehicle only if camping.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMinaret Falls Campground is located in California near Devils Postpile National Monument
Public CampgroundDirections
In Mammoth Lakes, CA, at intersection of State Rt. 203 (Main St.), Minaret Rd and Lake Mary Rd, take Rt. 203 west about 6 miles to the Minaret Vista entrance booth where a fee is paid. Continue through the booth on Rt. 203 for another 11.8 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto a single-lane dirt road and go 0.4 miles to campground.
Coordinates
37.6400007 N
119.08400097 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 4 hrs 18 min from Merced, CA
- 5 hrs 8 min from Fresno, CA
- 5 hrs 37 min from Visalia, CA
- 5 hrs 39 min from Hanford, CA
