Lone Pine
Lone Pine Campground is located near the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States, offering unparalleled views of the mountain and surrounding peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
An abundance of fishing and hiking opportunities can be found both in and around Lone Pine.
Lone Pine is especially popular for RV camping. There are also a few tent-only sites and one tent-only group site that can accommodate up to 15 guests. Campsites are arranged around a single loop and have little to no shade or privacy due to the desert landscape.
Firewood is available for purchase on-site, and showers are located 8 miles west of the campground at the Portal Store.
Need to Know
Hiking Mt. Whitney requires a permit and specific regulations apply; click here for more info
- No off-road vehicles allowed in the campground
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers and remove all food from area after eating; do not leave food in car; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals
Two pets per site and leashed at all times.
Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Click here for more info about the John Muir Wilderness
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Natural Features
The campground is nestled in sagebrush alongside Lone Pine Creek. At an elevation of 6,000 feet, the location offers clear views of surrounding granite peaks. Desert wildflowers add brilliant colors to the landscape in spring.
The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds. This campground is especially prone to bear activity.
Nearby Attractions
Campers can enter the John Muir Wilderness, a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially carved terrain, via nearby trails. Mt. Whitney is within the wilderness area and entry is available by lottery for experienced hikers.
Recreation
Hikers are drawn to the majestic scenery and challenging trails of the Whitney Portal area. Trails lead to the John Muir Wilderness, including Mt. Whitney, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. The Mt. Whitney trailhead is just 7 miles away.
The less challenging National Recreation Trail connects Lone Pine Campground to Whitney Portal and its picnic area and fishing pond.
The eastern Sierras are also known for exceptional trout fishing, and anglers can access Lone Pine Creek and a nearby pond.
Contact Information
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INYO NATIONAL FOREST LONE PINE CA 93545
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 760-937-6070
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From U.S. Highway 395 in California, travel to the town of Lone Pine. The campground is 6 miles west of Lone Pine on Whitney Portal Road.
Available Campsites
- Site 020, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 037, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 040, Loop PINE, Type Walk To
- Site 018, Loop PINE, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 041, Loop PINE, Type Walk To
- Site 001, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 43, Loop LONE, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 042, Loop PINE, Type Walk To
- Site 004, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
