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Portal Forebay Campground

Portal Forebay Campground is located near Lakeshore in the Sierra National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a nearby reservoir, offering opportunities for fishing and boating. Temperatures range from 30°F to 80°F, depending on the season, and nearby attractions include Huntington Lake and China Peak Mountain Resort.

Description

National Forest

Sierra National Forest

Located along Kaiser Pass Road at Portal Forebay Lake. Sites are shaded by pine and cedar trees and each campsite has a picnic table, grill and bear-proof food storage locker. Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is not available. Paved and dirt roads provided access to the campground. Large RV's or motorhomes not recommended for travel on Kaiser Pass Road.

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Location

Portal Forebay Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Lakeshore, CA, take Huntington Lake Rd. east 0.7 miles to Mono Hot Springs sign. Turn left after sign onto Kaiser Pass Trail/Forest Rt. 80 (paved) and go 9.3 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground.

Coordinates

37.32000032 N
119.067 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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1 Review

Reviewed Nov. 22, 2018

Good site for fishing

The Forebay is stocked every year several times with fish. Campsites are on both sides there is a pit style toliet.

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  • Review photo of Portal Forebay Campground by Regina P., November 22, 2018
  • Review photo of Portal Forebay Campground by Regina P., November 22, 2018
  • Review photo of Portal Forebay Campground by Regina P., November 22, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Portal Forebay Campground?

    Portal Forebay Campground allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Portal Forebay Campground?

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

  • Is there cell phone reception at Portal Forebay Campground?

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