Sitting just off Highway 395 at $14 per night, Taboose Creek Campground gives drive-in campers a low-cost overnight option with full hookups for RVs up to 50 feet, including electric, water, and sewer connections. A self-serve kiosk accepts credit cards on-site, and reservations are available online, though a handful of sites remain first-come, first-served for travelers passing through. The campground runs year-round under the management of the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
Taboose Creek itself runs through the campground, and several sites sit close enough to the water to catch shade from the surrounding vegetation. An artesian well on-site provides drinking water directly. Sightlines open toward the Sierra Nevada range from much of the property. Campers with tents should note that wildlife activity around food has been flagged in recent reviews, so proper food storage matters here.
Noise levels vary by the day of the week. OHV use is permitted, and weekends bring dirt bikes and quads through the area, which reviewers consistently flag as a consideration for those expecting a quieter stay. Goodale Creek Campground sits roughly 1.6 miles to the southwest for those who want a nearby alternative without the OHV traffic. Campers exploring the region can also find camping near Big Pine to the north.
Pit toilets are available on-site. Campfires, pets, and alcohol are all permitted. Those planning longer stays can arrange mobile sewage pickup for RVs by calling the number posted at the campground.
Description
A quiet place to escape the hustle and bustle while basking in the shadow of stunning Sierra Nevada peaks. The magnificent setting also includes crystal clear night skies overflowing with sparkling stars. Nearby trails provide access to the Sierra High Country and its striking scenery, from tree-coved canyons to sprawling meadows. Located on Taboose Creek, which is regularly stocked with trout in the summer months, and ten miles from amenities, campers enjoy trees and shade and peace and quiet while exploring surrounding public lands that offer hunting, hiking, climbing, biking and touring on ATVs down dirt roads. The site provides a family friendly camping experience.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- No potable water at this time.
- Wildlife frequently visits the area, keep your food stored in a safe place.
- RV septic removal available.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
**EASTERN SIERRA WINDS + UNATTENDED CAMPSIRES = WILDFIRES** - **Always EXPECT WIND in the Eastern Sierra** - **Put out your campfire at night and before you leave during the day** - **Never Walk away from hot embers or coals** - **Wind can reignite them, potentially burning down your camp and much more** - **YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for your wildfire* *Under California Penal Code 542 You can be prosecuted and if you found guilty, you can be fined or jailed recklessly allowing a campfire to become a wildfire.**
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTaboose Creek Campground is located in California near Big Pine
Public CampgroundDirections
Via U.S. 395, 14-miles north of Independence, turn west on Taboose Creek Road, 2- miles to campground
Address
1360 N. Main St.
Bishop, CA 93514
Coordinates
36.99794037 N
118.25417082 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 users
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 54 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 3 hrs 57 min from Visalia, CA
- 4 hrs 5 min from Hanford, CA
- 4 hrs 27 min from Fresno, CA
