Off Highway 395 near Sherwin Summit, Eastern Sierra Flats Dispersed provides free camping on US Forest Service land within a large, open clearing. The gravel access road requires careful navigation but remains passable for standard vehicles like crossovers, according to recent camper reports. Wind exposure proves significant in this elevated location.
The site sits roughly 10 minutes from main traffic corridors while maintaining relative isolation from other campers. Cell service reaches this area, and the Forest Service permits campfires, pets, and alcohol. Campers seeking additional dispersed camping near Inyo National Forest can explore several similar spots along nearby forest roads. The circular layout accommodates multiple camping setups with ample space between groups.
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Map & DirectionsEastern Sierra Flats Dispersed is located in California near Swall Meadows
Coordinates
37.53706998073403 N
118.61456560348518 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/18/26- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/18/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Drive Time
- 5 hrs 20 min from Visalia, CA
- 5 hrs 28 min from Hanford, CA
- 5 hrs 33 min from Merced, CA
- 5 hrs 49 min from Fresno, CA
