Volcanic Tableland BLM Dispersed Camping

This is our 3rd time staying here and we love it every time. There were only a few other campers here when we stayed the week before Christmas and there were plenty of spots open. Even when it’s busy, it seems like you can always find something. We love it here. So peaceful and absolutely quiet. Lots of rock climbers come in for the day and leave in the afternoon. 

Something we hadn’t noticed before were all the goatheads, everywhere. Watch your dog’s paws. 

Decent cell reception for ATT and Verizon, not great, but usable. Easy drive to Bishop for supplies, and the free dump & water fill at the Speedway at the other end of town is really nice. 

The road in is fairly washboarded, but manageable. The road along the back side of the stone “wall” has gotten worse since we were here last. Parts of it are really rutted and washed out. Hopefully they are fixed at some point, not sure I’d feel comfortable driving our class c on it as it is now. Luckily there are plenty of spots out off the main road so we didn’t need to drive down that road this time. 

Saw the rangers go by a couple of times during our 2 night stay here. One stopped and took notes and took a picture of our rig- glad to see that they’re tracking people and enforcing the 14 day limit!

Roads were open as of 5/23. A handful of spots with rock fire pits. Not too much noise and lots of stars

we tried to get here today, but one route was closed and the other was unpassable.

Super beautiful and very easy and quick to get to from town (about 10min). There were plenty of large spots that were spread out enough to feel private. Spots had fire rings.

This is a great spot to explore the Eastern Sierras. Sites are pretty big and afar from each other and there's signal. It can get pretty windy and hot in the summer, but otherwise it's a great place. 

Be aware of the wildlife in the high desert: I found a scorpion btw the tarp and the tent. Make sure you check stuff you leave outside during the night!

Great spot to visit Bishop!

Very clean. Access to trails. Wonderful views. Sites are

spaced apart to where it feels like you’re the only one in the area.

We wanted something near Bishop. Hardly anyone around, but other vans helped us know we were in the right place. A bit windy and cold though!

Beautiful spot overlooking Bishop Valley framed by the Sierras and white mountains. NO FIRES

Was stoked to find this gem a short drive from Bishop. I drove in at night and the Milky Way was shining bright. Got some decent star shots. It’s a great way point if you’re traveling through and need a quiet and free place to crash. I haven’t even seen this place in the day yet but I’ll be back to explore more. Good day!

Update: morning was exceptional. Pure stillness. Good sun for solar charging. Can’t wait to come back here.

This place was easy to find, the road was well maintained, and our spot was very clean. There was a fire ring available, but no other amenities. I had Verizon cell service, which was a nice perk.

This BLM land is managed by the Bishop Field Office.  

There are many clearings where you can find a spot to camp. Even though most spots were taken the weekend we stayed there, everyone is so spread out that you still have silence and privacy. The spots do have stone fire pits.

The road in, Casa Diablo, is gravel and heavily washboarded. 

Sad Boulders is a rock climber's playground. There are petroglyphs to be found on some of the boulders in the area, as well as rattle snakes, only saw one baby though. Areas are being restored so tread lightly and "Don't Crush the Brush". 

There are no amenities here so pack in and pack out and bring water.  It was nice to see that there wasn't too much trash laying around so let's help keep it that way.  

We did see a Ranger drive by twice during the 4 nights we stayed there, so that was nice.

There is ok Verizon service, better ATT service, and T-Mobile alternated between roaming and no service.