Established Camping
Twin Lakes Campground
Twin Lakes Campground, near Mammoth Lakes, California, is a fantastic destination for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. With its stunning lakes and surrounding pine forests, it’s a prime spot for camping, fishing, and hiking.
The campground offers a range of accommodations, including tent sites, RV spots, and even cabins for those who prefer a bit more comfort. Visitors rave about the well-kept sites and the friendly camp hosts, making it a welcoming place to set up camp. As one camper noted, “This campground is definitely worth a visit! Beautiful area, well-kept sites and lovely hiking trails.”
Outdoor activities abound here, from fishing and kayaking to mountain biking and hiking. The nearby waterfalls and scenic views are a big hit, with many campers enjoying the breathtaking scenery right from their sites. Just remember, it can get chilly at night, so pack accordingly!
While some campers mentioned that the sites can feel a bit close together, the overall atmosphere is lively and full of adventure. With amenities like clean restrooms and bear lockers to keep your food safe, Twin Lakes Campground is a great base for exploring the area. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained and relaxed.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Inyo National Forest
Overview
Twin Lakes Campground is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains near the town of Mammoth Lakes, California. It offers lakeside camping with breathtaking scenery and many outdoor activities. The lake is a great base for fishing, boating, viewing waterfalls and hiking, and offers close proximity to the town's amenities.
Recreation
The eastern Sierras are known for great trout fishing, and the 108-acre lakes are a prime location for it. Anglers can cast for rainbow, brook and brown trout while watching a waterfall tumble into the lake. The calm waters are also inviting for canoes and kayaks. Power boats must have electric motors. Several trails offer a variety of hikes nearby, including a 4-mile trail on Mammoth Mountain and two shorter nature trails along the lakes. Families enjoy attending educational programs scheduled throughout the summer.
Natural Features
The campground is forested with lodgepole pine, providing partial shade and a private setting. It sits at an elevation of 8,600 feet at the base of snow-capped, 11,059' Mammoth Mountain, a popular skiing destination. A cascading waterfall flows into one of the lakes. The mountains are abundant with wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and many species of fish and birds.
Nearby Attractions
Mammoth Lakes Basin contains several additional popular lakes to explore for fishing and boating, and Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort offers year-round recreation. Visitors can also access the magnificent John Muir Wilderness nearby, which stretches 100 miles along the crest of the Sierra Nevadas, a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially-carved terrain. Abundant hiking and horseback riding trails are available.
Location
Twin Lakes Campground is located in California
Directions
The campground is 320 miles north of Los Angeles and 180 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Follow U.S. Highway 395 to the junction of State Highway 203. Turn west on 203 and drive 7 miles through the town of Mammoth Lakes. Highway 203 becomes Main Street, and then becomes Lake Mary Road, which leads to the Lakes Basin. Continue on Lake Mary Road to the Twin Lakes cutoff.
Coordinates
37.616109 N
119.00664 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations