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$35 - $80 / night
"Walking distance to town. Great walking paths. Choose to camp under the shade of the pines on a dirt pad or in the clean, parking lot style section.
This place never lets us down."
"This was during the California wildfires. I would recommend this RV park/campground they have ample space for both. Every site has a bear box."
$35 / night
"We usually stay in the Mammoth Lakes area but changed it up and we are so happy we did. The tent sites are small with little to no shade but the beauty of Convict Lake was worth it."
"It’s just a short drive from the highway and Mammoth Airport. The campground is very popular with a mix of reserved and non reserved sites."
$32 / night
"We really enjoyed June Lake Campground! Stayed there for one night on our way out of Yosemite. The drive around the lake is beautiful and there are multiple camping areas."
"We were really tucked away from neighbors and were very close to the lake and bathrooms. We went in August and it was perfect weather, warm days and cool nights."
$33 / night
"A big campground in Mammoth Lakes, with 77 sites in total. It can be a pretty popular sport during the summer, so you may want to make reservations or call ahead just to make sure."
"CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Coldwater Campground, Mammoth Lakes, CA
A beautiful 77 site campground nestled in at over 9,000 ft in the Inyo National Forest of the Eastern Sierras."
$32 / night
"This campground is just outside the main part of Mammoth Lakes, CA. You have to go on a paved then gravel road to get there."
"Every August my family and friends meet at Sherwin Creek Campground around the time of the Perseids meteor shower."
$34 / night
"Twin lakes is Located in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains near the town of Mammoth Lakes, California. Upper and lower twin lakes are a fantasic place to set up base camp and explore the sierras."
"Twin Lakes and all of the surrounding Mammoth area is gorgeous. You'll have plenty of hikes to choose from, go fishing, or hit the slopes (biking during the summer and snowsports in the winter)."
$38 / night
", Easy access to purchasable firewood, Bear Boxes at every site, well kept bathrooms with flush toilets and sinks, wind guards at some sites, near a lake, amazing starry night sky, general store nearby"
"Best view of June lake. We loved the beach (a walk away from our site)"
"GREAT SPOT. so so close to the mountain."
"Super close to the town of Mammoth too."
"Views on the other are rolling fields / foothills with lots of cutie vocal Moo Moos and Alkali Lake! You can see other hot springs in the distance. No shade. Lots of flies and red ants."
"Needless to say we had the hot springs to ourselves the majority of the trip, parking at the edge of the dirt road with only one other car in sight , which I was told was super lucky."
$32 / night
"not too much different about new/old I prefer where the new one sits in comparison to noise from road travel. the majority of people staying here do so for the access to McDonald's nearby. if you want"
"We are visiting the local area up to Lee Vining so the location is very convenient. The sites are well laid out."
ScoutSo close to the park! Right in the forest, I’m surprised it’s free! The road getting there has tons of potholes and the road in the site is super super bumpy
ScoutI visited from England in June 2025 and my friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip. The hook-up was perfect for our RV and the facilities on site were convenient and clean. Free coffee in the morning at the clubhouse was a great touch. The campsite is close enough to Yosemite National Park for a day trip, which we did and enjoyed so much.
We would highly recommend Outdoorsy!
ScoutWe always stay at mammoth RV park and love it! They have bathrooms and showers which are great for us RTT campers. The location is right near town and not a far drive from most of the lakes. The tent spots are pretty big and have some space between them. Make sure to use the bear box as we had a bear come into our camp the last night.
TravelerThis was a truly amazing spot. The sweeping mountain views on each side, along with direct creek access was great. It was mid July and 105 degrees in Big Pine when we left the 395 highway, but temps had dropped to 88 by the time we got up to the campground due to elevation change, so it is a great way to escape the heat if it is a hot day.
We stayed in site #17, which had the river rolling right by the picnic table. Sites 16 - 19 all had good water access, and I'm pretty sure a lot of the sites in the upper loop could access the river too (didn't get a chance to check it out in person though).
The road getting up is steep, narrow, and climbs almost 3500 feet over the course of 7 miles. If you are towing a trailer or driving a big rig get ready to burn some gas, and make sure you have solid brakes for the way down. No guard rails, so a few of the places I was white knuckling it just towing our small 22 foot travel trailer. Definitely still worth it, just something to keep in mind. Not all of the sites will fit an RV either, so pay close attention to the lengths when reserving.
Despite the challenges getting up there, this is still one of the best places to camp in the area, would highly recommend.
GuideOur campsite is in the upper area which is nothing more than a paved parking lot with allocated space. At the end of the site are the water & electric hook-ups, a fairly full fire ring and a very small 4 person picnic table. There is a wooded section that is featured on the website.
The pros of this place are its location on the bike path, across from the visitors center, and on the edge of town for easy access. The sinks/toilets/ are mostly well-maintained. The cons are the dirty (mud) shower stalls, standing muddy water in men’s shower room, and the office & camp store are closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays - and this is peak season!! We won’t be coming here again.
GuideThis is a traditional NSF campground in a beautiful pine forest right in Mammoth Lakes and next to the visitor center. Sites are very spacious but pads are just large enough for your rig if you’re not tent camping. Then you’re on dusty, ash dirt that sticks to everything. But hey, this is camping, right?!
Camp hosts are wonderful and things quiet down at dark. There’s a free town trolley and dedicated bike path up to the lakes. Bath houses (2 flush toilets, cold water sink) are adequate but could use more stalls for the size of the place. The chipmunks entertained our dog for hours!
LegendThis is our second time camping at New Shady Rest campground. We love the wide spaced sites set among an open Ponderosa pine forest. The bathrooms are clean with flush toilets, but no showers. Camp hosts are friendly and the location is convenient to the visitor center and town. Dump site for $10. Free potable water.
ScoutHas a pool, game room very run down, bathrooms and showers decent, sites a bit to close together for our liking but being close to the lake and Yosemite was a bonus.
Guidecame out of upper yosemite and needed a place to sleep, good spots (not directly on the road) were kind of hard to find in the dark but there were a bunch of other cars pulled over and sleeping everywhere along this road
Camping near Mammoth Lakes, California, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking an RV, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful area.
Camping near Mammoth Lakes, California, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but it’s essential to be prepared and informed. Happy camping!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Mammoth Lakes, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 346 campgrounds and RV parks near Mammoth Lakes, CA and 61 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mammoth Lakes, CA is Mammoth Mountain RV Park & Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 18 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 61 free dispersed camping spots near Mammoth Lakes, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 parks near Mammoth Lakes, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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