Tuff Campground
Inyo National Forest
Tuff Campground is situated along Rock Creek in the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. It is convenient to Tom's Place and U.S. Highway 395.
At an elevation of 7,000 ft., it is lower than many of the region's campgrounds and thus frequently one of the first campgrounds to open in the spring.
Popular activities include hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing and viewing the area's volcanic rock formations.
Opening and closing dates for the season are dependent on weather. The campground usually opens the last weekend in April to coincide with the first day of fishing in the Sierras.
This moderate-sized facility is well spread out over three loops. Some campsites sit in the shade along Rock Creek, and those at the foot of the Tuff rock formations receive more sun.
There is space for small trailers and RVs, as well as some very nice level sites for tents. The campground has gravel roads.
Firewood is available on-site for purchase, and Tom's Place has other supplies and fee showers within a short drive.
Need to Know
- This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; 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.
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Natural Features
This campground is named for the Tuff rock formations that lie in and around it. Most campsites are situated in an open sagebrush landscape, with aspens, cottonwood and Jeffrey pine trees surrounding the area.
The clear, cold and cascading Rock Creek runs alongside the campsites, offering a relaxing sound for campers.
The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds.
Nearby Attractions
For campers interested in local events, Mule Days are held in nearby Bishop over Memorial Day weekend, and the Mammoth Jazz Jubilee is hosted in Mammoth in mid-July.
Recreation
Rock Creek and nearby Rock Creek Lake and Crawley Lake are hot spots for trout fishing. A catch from the creek may including brook, brown, rainbow and stocked Alpers trout.
The area's majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers and mountain bikers.
Contact Information
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INYO CA
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 760-935-4026
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Mammoth Lakes or Bishop, California: Take U.S. Highway 395 to the Owens Gorge Road exit at Tom's Place (25 miles north of Bishop and 13 miles south of Mammoth Lakes). Drive 200 yards east to the gravel road and continue north a short distance to the campground along Rock Creek. Follow signs.
Available Campsites
- Site 013, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 033, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop TUFF, Type Standard Nonelectric
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