Managed by Mono County rather than the National Park Service, Lundy Canyon Campground sits at 7,660 feet along Mill Creek, about 3.4 miles west of Lee Vining, California. The campground runs first-come, first-served across 36 sites, with reservations also available, at $16 per night. Sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. Campers should note that only a non-potable water spigot is on-site, so bringing drinking water or a filtration system is necessary.
One detail worth flagging before arrival: the campground and Lundy Lake Resort are frequently confused. As Heather P. notes, "you will actually pass these sites if you head to Lundy Lakes Campground," so watch for the turnoff. The internal campground roads can run rough, muddy, and rocky depending on conditions, and a careful, slow approach is recommended for lower-clearance vehicles. RVs are welcome up to 30 feet.
Dense aspen groves separate most sites from one another, providing natural screening between neighbors. Mill Creek runs adjacent to the campground, and several sites have a short walkway down to the water's edge. Wildlife is active here. Campers report hearing owls at night and at least one reviewer noted probable bear activity near a firepit, making consistent use of the bear boxes important. Cell service is essentially absent, with T-Mobile confirmed as having no signal.
Hiking and fly fishing are the primary draws. Wild brown trout have been caught in Mill Creek, and trailheads for routes into the canyon, including access to waterfalls, begin near Lundy Lake up the road. Nearby day trips include Mono Lake and Bodie State Historic Park. For resupply, the closest full store is Mono Market in Lee Vining; a small resort mercantile further along the road closes early. Upper Virginia Creek Campground and Lower Virginia Creek Campground are options for those who want to compare sites in the area before committing.
The campground operates from late April through mid-November. August temperatures can swing from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-20s overnight, so layers are essential regardless of season. This campground suits anglers, hikers, and campers who prioritize creek-side sites and low crowds over amenities and connectivity.
Description
At an elevation of 7660 ft., this seasonal campground is set among beautiful Aspen Groves lining the banks of Mill Creek. An on-site campground host provides fee collection services for the 36 first-come, first-served camping spaces that include restrooms, non-potable water spigots, picnic benches, fire-rings, and bear boxes.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLundy Canyon Campground is located in California near Mono City
Directions
From Highway 395 north of Lee Vining, turn west onto Lundy Lake Road and follow roughly five miles to the lake.
Coordinates
38.03443608 N
119.20865554 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Carson City, NV
- 4 hrs 25 min from Modesto, CA
- 4 hrs 59 min from Merced, CA
- 5 hrs 49 min from Fresno, CA







































