Best Tent Camping near Devils Postpile National Monument

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Best Tent Sites Near Devils Postpile National Monument (71)

    1. Scenic Loop - Dispersed Camping

    10 Reviews
    Mammoth Lakes, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 924-5500

    "No bathrooms, water, electricity, or fire rings. Pretty dispersed but close enough to downtown. Would go back!"

    "GREAT SPOT. so so close to the mountain."

    2. Obsidian Meadows Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    June Lake, CA
    7 miles
    Website

    "The road is maintained but requires high clearance.

    There are many sites on the way in and then 5 or 6 once at obsidian meadows trail head."

    "Nice off road trail with some scattered sites."

    3. Upper Deadman Campground

    2 Reviews
    Devils Postpile National Monument, CA
    5 miles
    Website

    "There is no trash, no water & no reservations. The good: Plenty of beautiful trees and shade. The creek is lovely, and a wonderful place for the kids to play."

    "Beautiful campsites with plenty of space. Best sites are right next to the creek. The only downside is the stench of the pit toilets."

    4. Garnet Lake

    1 Review
    June Lake, CA
    7 miles
    Website

    "It's a long day hike to get to Garnet Lake from Agnew meadows but it's worth it for the incredible views in the Ansel Adams wilderness. Quiet and safe. I would definitely camp here agin."

    5. Thousand Island Lake Backcountry

    5 Reviews
    Mono Hot Springs, CA
    17 miles
    Website

    $5 / night

    "Thousand Island Lake is a backcountry camping area located at 9,839 feet elevation in Ansel Adams Wilderness within the Inyo National Forest, California."

    "This is not an easy location to get to, but if you take the PCT High Trail, it's relatively easy. Still a ~8 mile hike in, but it's SO worth it.

    The lake is beautiful at all times of day."

    6. The Rock Tub Hot Springs

    3 Reviews
    Inyo National Forest, CA
    14 miles
    Website

    "First I checked out the crab cooker campsite nearby and the road was ROUGH. The drive is definitely worth it if you plan to stay there without going back and forth into town."

    "Parked overnight in the RV on the same road as the hotspring on a Wednesday night had no problems. 2 other vans were next to us"

    7. Mono Basin Dispersed Camp Site

    6 Reviews
    Lee Vining, CA
    19 miles
    Website

    "Along a National Forest Service Road are 4-5 pullouts with great views of Mono Lake and the adjacent small crater.  You can walk up the crater or hike down to the South Tufa area.  "

    "And an even better breeze at night. lots of bugs. bring bug spray. 4wd not required, but might help. High clearance will help."

    8. Aerie Crag RV Campground

    1 Review
    June Lake, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 647-3044

    "Enjoyed the near empty campground despite no services. Local NF campground was full so we opted for this campground and didn’t regret it. Fishing in the creek just steps from the site."

    9. Upper Lyell Canyon Footbridge Backcountry Campsite — Yosemite National Park

    3 Reviews
    June Lake, CA
    19 miles
    Website

    "RANGER REVIEW: MOUNTAIN HOUSE BEEF STEW AT UPPER LYELL CANYON FOOTBRIDGE BACKCOUNTRY CAMPSITE

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: UPPER LYELL CANYON Backpackers Campground, Yosemite National Park, CA."

    "Was coming from thousand island lake heading to tuolumne meadows. Found it by accident, was in a rush to find a spot before it got dark. Place was amazing."

    10. Vogelsang High Sierra Camp — Yosemite National Park

    2 Reviews
    Yosemite National Park, CA
    18 miles
    Website

    "We went off season so the cabins were not set up but you can camp all around where the cabins would be. It was quiet, peaceful and ridiculously gorgeous!"

    "No toilets or showers at this backpacking campground - but it’s the best! We usually see a few marmots and haven’t seen any bear activity in the 4+ times we’ve been there."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Devils Postpile National Monument

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Guide to Devils Postpile National Monument

Tent camping near Devils Postpile National Monument in California offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the stunning landscapes of the Eastern Sierra. With a variety of well-reviewed spots, campers can find the perfect base for their outdoor adventures.

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Local attractions for tent campers

  • Visit the iconic Devils Postpile National Monument, just a short drive from Pine Grove Campground, where you can enjoy the stunning geological formations and nearby hiking trails.
  • Take a day trip to the picturesque Mammoth Lakes area while staying at The Rock Tub Hot Springs, where you can relax in natural hot springs after a day of exploration.
  • Discover the rich history and beauty of the Sierra Nevada at Ward Lake Campground, which is conveniently located near various hiking trails and fishing spots.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Devils Postpile National Monument?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Devils Postpile National Monument is Scenic Loop - Dispersed Camping with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.

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