Dispersed Camping in Inyo County, California
Showing 364 locations in Inyo County (Page 1 of 2).
Alabama Hills BLM Designated Sites
The Alabama Hills Recreation Area features iconic rounded granite boulders set against the dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Overnight stays are strictly limited to designated, marked campsites. This arid landscape offers incredible vistas of Mount Whitney, though visitors must bring their own water and fully pack out all waste.
Alabama Hills Designated Site (Movie Road East)
Level dirt pull-off within the Alabama Hills Recreation Area, situated among unique rock formations.
Alabama Hills Designated Site (Movie Road West)
Scenic designated pocket site nestled in the granite outcrops of the Alabama Hills with direct views of Mount Whitney.
Alabama Hills Designated Site (Southwest Movie Road)
A designated BLM dispersed campsite located amidst the iconic granite rock formations of the Alabama Hills.
Alabama Hills Movie Road Dispersed Area
This zone covers the highly scenic designated camping area along Movie Road in the Alabama Hills. Campers are treated to incredible views of the Sierra Nevada mountains framed by unique rounded granite boulders. Due to high popularity, strict regulations require staying in designated, marked sites only.
Anchor Ranch Road Dispersed
Located in the scenic Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, this corridor along Anchor Ranch Road offers peaceful dispersed camping opportunities with stunning mountain views. The native dirt surface is generally passable for most standard vehicles in dry conditions, with several pullouts and spur roads providing good privacy.
Anvil Camp Area Wilderness Site
A secluded backcountry campsite nestled in the upper canyon below Shepherd Pass within the Inyo National Forest.
Anvil Camp
Anvil Camp is an established hike-in backcountry campsite located along the strenuous Shepherd Pass Trail in the John Muir Wilderness.
Army Pass Wilderness Area
This backcountry wilderness camping area near Army Pass is accessible only by foot trail and requires an overnight wilderness permit from the US Forest Service.
Aspendell Forest Roads
A scenic network of Forest Service roads winding through the Bishop Creek Canyon near Aspendell. Surrounded by dense pine and aspen groves, this corridor provides beautiful mountain vistas but is closed to all overnight dispersed camping to protect the local watershed.
B&B Mine Road Dispersed
This corridor along B&B Mine Road offers secluded dispersed camping on Inyo National Forest land. The native dirt tracks are suitable for high-clearance vehicles and campervans looking for a quiet stay.
Badger Flat Road Dispersed Camping
A scenic and remote dispersed camping corridor located along Badger Flat Road on the Inyo National Forest, situated near Mazourka Peak. The area offers numerous primitive pull-offs on native dirt roads within a quiet pinyon-juniper forest setting.
Baker Creek Campground
A scenic county-operated campground situated along Baker Creek, offering quiet, shaded sites with stunning Sierra mountain views. The layout provides spacious options nested near rushing water, presenting a peaceful environment away from the main highway.
Barrett Lakes Backcountry Camp
A secluded hike-in campsite situated near the rugged Barrett Lakes in the Sierra Nevada backcountry.
Bear Creek Spire Backcountry Site
This backcountry hike-in campsite is nestled in the pristine high-alpine environment of the John Muir Wilderness near Bear Creek Spire.
Beck Meadows / Deer Island Road Dispersed
A remote dispersed camping corridor located along Beck Meadows and Deer Island Road in the Inyo National Forest. The native dirt road network offers quiet campsites surrounded by pines near Monache Mountain.
Benton Crags Forest Road Corridor
A network of quiet dirt roads and spur routes near the Benton Crags climbing area. Dispersed camping is permitted along these routes on Inyo National Forest land, offering immediate access to local granite crags. The spots are surrounded by native high-desert pine vegetation with stone fire rings already in place.
Benton Hot Springs
A premium campground featuring 12 individual campsites, each equipped with its own private hot spring-fed soaking tub and shade canopies. Highly popular and requiring reservations well in advance, it offers well-spaced layouts that provide a sense of seclusion.
Benton Range Forest Roads
Rugged, remote dispersed camping along forest road spurs on the slopes of the Benton Range, offering secluded campsites with expansive mountain views.
Big Pine Canal Area
An informal parking area along the canal road near Locust Street in Big Pine. The surrounding properties are subject to local municipal and utility management regulations.
Big Pine Canyon Group Campground
Featuring the Clyde Glacier and Palisade Glacier group campsites, this facility is located along Big Pine Creek. Designed to accommodate group gatherings of up to 25 guests per site, the campground is surrounded by towering canyon walls and serves as a premier launching point for hikers, climbers, and backpackers looking to explore the nearby wilderness trails.
Big Pine Creek Backcountry Site
A remote backcountry hike-in site situated deep in the Sierra Nevada wilderness, accessible only by foot via the Big Pine Creek trail network.
Big Pine Creek Campground
A popular, well-maintained developed campground situated along the banks of Big Pine Creek. Shaded by mature Jeffrey pines and cottonwoods, it serves as an excellent base camp for hiking the North Fork Trail to the spectacular Big Pine Lakes and glacial views. The campground offers picnic tables, campfire rings, food lockers, and vault toilets, with seasonal host services and firewood available for purchase.
Big Pine Lakes Backcountry Area
A spectacular backcountry basin within the John Muir Wilderness featuring numerous walk-in sites near the glacial lakes. These spots are strictly accessible via hiking trails from the Big Pine Creek trailhead, making them unsuitable for any form of vehicle camping.
Big Trees Road Corridor
A scenic mountain corridor along Big Trees Road near Bishop Creek. Although several pull-offs and historical spurs exist, dispersed camping is strictly prohibited in the Bishop Creek Canyon watershed, and overnight stays must occur at nearby developed campgrounds.
Bishop Bowl Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along the Bishop Bowl forest road in the Inyo National Forest. The area offers expansive views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and easy access to nearby climbing and trailheads.
Bishop Creek Entrance Station Road Dispersed
This dispersed camping area is situated along the main entrance road and a short forest spur near Bishop Creek in Inyo National Forest. The primary access corridor features paved asphalt surfaces, while the branching spur consists of a graded dirt road suitable for most vehicles. It provides convenient access to the scenic Bishop Creek Canyon with excellent mountain views and quiet campsites nestled among the pines.
Bishop Creek Sewer Pond Road Dispersed
This forest corridor features several native dirt spurs branching off Bishop Creek Sewer Pond Road. Located within Inyo National Forest, it offers quick access to public land dispersed sites near West Bishop.
Bishop Park Campground
A popular developed campground located along the scenic banks of the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek. It features grassy lawns, creek-side campsites, and excellent access to trout fishing, hiking, and equestrian trails in the John Muir Wilderness.
Bishop Park Group Campground
A developed group campground situated along the North Fork of Bishop Creek under a canopy of aspens and pines. Designed strictly for group gatherings and tent camping, it offers beautiful wilderness-adjacent scenery and direct stream access.
Bishop Pass / Dusy Basin Backcountry Area
A pristine high-alpine wilderness zone featuring several hike-in backcountry campsites accessible via the Bishop Pass Trail.
Bishop Pass Backcountry Camp
A high-alpine backcountry campsite located along the scenic Bishop Pass Trail.
Bishop Pass Lake Camp
An alpine backcountry camping spot nestled near the high lakes of Bishop Pass.
Bishop RV Park - Tri-County Fairgrounds
An official fairgrounds RV park offering full and partial hookup sites just blocks from downtown Bishop. Facilities include hot showers, flushing restrooms, and spacious parking areas. Ideal for large rigs seeking hookups, though shade is minimal and sites are highly exposed.
Black Mountain Forest Spurs
Secluded dirt spurs within the Inyo National Forest offer quiet dispersed camping opportunities near Black Mountain. These native-material forest roads are suitable for vehicles looking for private settings.
BLM Designated Campsite #1
Official designated BLM campsite situated along a short spur off the main paved road, providing quick access and stunning boulder backdrops. Suitable for rigs of varying sizes with relatively flat parking.
BLM Designated Campsite #2
Designated BLM campsite located along the Movie Road loop. Offers a flat gravel parking area with panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and neighboring formations.
BLM Designated Campsite #3
Designated BLM campsite situated directly next to tall granite boulder outcroppings, providing some physical buffer and excellent shade opportunities in the afternoon.
BLM Designated Campsite #4
Official BLM designated campsite along Movie Road in the scenic Alabama Hills. Flat gravel pull-off bordered by picturesque boulders. High demand; free permit required.
BLM Designated Campsite #5
Designated BLM campsite offering spectacular, unobstructed vistas of the surrounding peaks. Standard dirt road access; free permit must be obtained in advance.
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BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
A rugged primitive road traversing Bureau of Land Management territory near Bishop, offering remote dispersed camping opportunities. This area features stark desert beauty with stunning distant mountain views.
Boron Springs Road Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping corridor along Boron Springs Road and its adjacent spurs. Nestled on the eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada within Inyo National Forest, the area offers dirt pull-outs on native material with scenic views of the surrounding mountains. It is accessible by standard passenger vehicles in dry conditions, though surfaces can become dusty or slick when wet.
Boulder Creek RV Resort
A fully developed commercial RV park situated south of Lone Pine right off Highway 395. Features full-hookup sites, hot showers, laundry facilities, and a small camp store.
Brown's Campground
A scenic, well-shaded developed campground located near a golf course in Bishop. It features mature trees, views of the surrounding mountains, and a mix of dry camping and utility hookup sites.
Brown's Millpond Campground
A mature, shady developed campground with electric hookups and tent sites adjacent to a local park featuring disc golf, a swimming pond, and picnic areas.
Bubbs Creek Backcountry Camp
A quiet backcountry clearing along Bubbs Creek, suitable for backpackers seeking a peaceful night.
Bubbs Creek Backcountry Campsite (Middle)
A scenic, secluded wilderness pocket campsite nestled beside Bubbs Creek with striking mountain backdrops.
Bubbs Creek Backcountry Campsite (North)
Quiet backcountry campsite along the Bubbs Creek Trail, perfect for backpackers traversing the Sierra backcountry.
Bubbs Creek Backcountry Campsite
A remote hike-in backcountry campsite located along the Bubbs Creek trail network near Charlotte Dome.
Bubbs Creek Trail Wilderness Campsite
A scenic hike-in wilderness campsite situated along the Bubbs Creek Trail near Vidette Meadow. Ideal for backpackers seeking deep wilderness immersion.
Bubbs Creek Trailhead Backcountry Camp
A basic backcountry camping spot along the trail suitable for a small footprint setup.
Bubbs Creek Wilderness Camping
A collection of remote backcountry hike-in campsites located along the Bubbs Creek Trail in Kings Canyon National Park, popular among backpackers on the John Muir Trail.
Buttermilk Road Dispersed Camping
This scenic dispersed camping corridor is located along Buttermilk Road in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, offering easy access to the famous Buttermilks bouldering area. Standard campsites are located in large gravel pullouts along the main washboard road, while more secluded sites can be found along sandy spurs and on elevated ridges that require high-clearance vehicles. A small creek with shaded areas runs through parts of the canyon, providing a scenic backdrop to the dramatic granite boulder fields.
Buttermilk Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Buttermilk Road within the Inyo National Forest. While lower portions of the road are manageable, the upper spurs near the creek transform into a rugged 4x4 path with demanding conditions. Shaded riparian spots near the creek offer beautiful mountain backdrops and natural soundscapes.
Buttermilk Road Forest Spur
Dispersed camping along a dirt forest spur off Buttermilk Road in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The area features dramatic granite boulder formations and wide mountain vistas, with several sandy pull-offs suitable for standard campervans and smaller rigs.
Cartago Peak Trailhead Access
This secluded trail access near Cartago Peak provides a rugged launching point into the southern Sierra Nevada backcountry.
Cartago Peak Trailhead Parking
This remote trailhead parking area near Cartago Peak provides a base for backcountry hiking in the southern Sierra Nevada.
Casa Diablo Mountain Road Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping corridor along Casa Diablo Mountain Road with multiple native-surface pullouts. Offers expansive views of the surrounding high-desert landscape and Casa Diablo Mountain.
Cedar Flat Group Campground
A developed group campground in the White Mountains of the Inyo National Forest. Features three large group sites ideal for educational field trips and group gatherings. Each site is equipped with a picnic shelter, tables, a campfire ring, and a vault toilet. No water is available on-site, so campers must pack in all drinking water. The nearest services and supplies are located 12 miles away in Big Pine.
Charlotte Creek Backcountry Camp
A quiet hike-in campsite situated near the junction of Charlotte Creek and Bubbs Creek.
Colosseum Mountain Backcountry Camp
A remote hike-in camping area situated along the trails leading toward Colosseum Mountain in the John Muir Wilderness.
Colosseum Mountain Wilderness Camp
A remote hike-in wilderness campsite situated in the high Sierra terrain of Inyo National Forest near Colosseum Mountain.
Cottonwood Campground
Cottonwood Campground is a walk-in developed campground in the scenic Horseshoe Meadow area. It features nearby parking, vault toilets, and picnic tables, serving as an ideal basecamp for hikers exploring the surrounding wilderness trails. It provides convenient access to both equestrian and multi-use trails.
Cottonwood Canyon Forest Spur
A dirt road spur situated in the Inyo National Forest near Cottonwood Canyon Trailhead outside Lone Pine. The spur provides direct vehicle access to quiet dispersed camping areas in a scenic pine forest setting.
Coyote Flats Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping opportunities along Coyote Flats Road in Inyo National Forest. The route offers scenic spots surrounded by pine forests and high-altitude terrain, accessible via a native material dirt road.
Crabtree Meadow Backcountry Campsite
Located deep within the backcountry of Sequoia National Park near the Pacific Crest Trail and John Muir Trail, this wilderness camping area offers a pristine alpine setting. It serves as a popular staging ground for backpackers heading toward Mount Whitney. As a strict wilderness area, it is accessible only by foot or horseback, and overnight stays require a valid wilderness permit from the National Park Service.
Crooked Canyon Road Dispersed
A rugged dispersed camping corridor along Forest Spur 35E421 (Crooked Canyon Road), offering stunning elevated views of the Owens Valley and Sierra Nevada mountains. The campsites are highly secluded but require traversing unmaintained dirt tracks with deep washouts. It is ideal for high-clearance, adventure-ready rigs seeking absolute quiet.
Crooked Creek Road Dispersed
Remote native-material corridor offering peaceful dispersed camping opportunities in the scenic White Mountains of the Inyo National Forest.
Diaz Lake
Managed by Inyo County, this lakeside campground offers scenic views of the water and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, complete with a playground, swimming beaches, and boating opportunities.
Division Creek Forest Spur
Spur road off Division Creek Road providing flat, native dirt pull-outs for quiet dispersed camping.
Division Creek Road Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Division Creek Road and adjacent forest spurs in the Eastern Sierra foothills near Big Pine. Standard National Forest rules apply.
Dusy Basin East Camp
A rugged backcountry campsite offering pristine views of the surrounding granite peaks.
Dusy Basin High Camp
A secluded wilderness camping location situated in the upper Dusy Basin.
Dusy Basin Lower Camp
A quiet hike-in campsite located in the lower section of Dusy Basin.
Dusy Basin Wilderness Camp
A hike-in wilderness campsite situated in the scenic Dusy Basin.
E Monache Borrow Pit Dispersed
This zone along the E Monache Borrow Pit road in the Inyo National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities in a scenic, wooded environment near Monache Mountain. It is accessed via a native-dirt forest road suitable for most vehicles under dry conditions.
East Fork Campground
A large and highly scenic developed campground situated in Rock Creek Canyon within the pine forests of the eastern Sierra Nevada. The facility offers over 133 campsites, including several loops with some spots nestled along the banks of Rock Creek. While the setting is highly picturesque with trout fishing and hiking trails nearby, many sites are small, hilly, and sloped. Amenities include flush toilets, water spigots, campfire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof food storage lockers. It serves as an excellent base for fishing and hiking along the creek. Note that weather can impact opening dates.
Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center Road
The paved access road leads to the Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center just south of Lone Pine. While the location offers magnificent views of Mount Whitney, overnight parking and camping are strictly prohibited on the visitor center grounds.
Esmeralda Market RV Park
A small and convenient RV park operating alongside the Esmeralda Market, offering basic RV sites and cabin rentals in a rural setting.
Eureka Dunes Campground
A scenic, remote backcountry campground situated at the base of the massive Eureka Dunes. It features several primitive sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and a shared pit toilet, offering sweeping desert vistas and access to outstanding dune hiking and photography.
Evolution Creek Backcountry Site
A pristine backcountry hike-in campsite situated deep within the scenic high-country wilderness near Evolution Creek.
Falls Creek Road Dispersed
A remote dispersed camping corridor situated along Falls Creek Road within the Inyo National Forest. The native material dirt road winds through scenic forest terrain, offering access to multiple pull-offs suitable for quiet, off-grid stays.
Falls Creek Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping opportunities along Falls Creek Spur and adjacent forest spurs within Inyo National Forest. The area features quiet dirt tracks winding through a scenic woodland setting near the Olancha Pass Trailhead, providing rustic and secluded pull-offs best suited for self-contained rigs.
Fleming Mountain Backcountry Access
This high-Sierra backcountry access point near Fleming Mountain offers remote trail access into the surrounding wilderness.
Foothill Road Symmes Creek
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along Foothill Road near Symmes Creek, situated right at the eastern base of the Sierra Nevada. Campers will find primitive pull-offs on dirt spurs with excellent views of the mountain peaks.
Forest Road 7S105A (McGee Creek) Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Forest Road 7S105A near McGee Creek. This rugged area features stunning views of Mount Humphreys and Mount Tom, with level clearing spaces set amidst native sagebrush and a few small trees. Several sites sit close to a seasonal babbling creek, offering a peaceful wilderness environment.
Forest Road 9S110 Dispersed
A network of dirt spur roads and pull-offs winding through the pinon-juniper woodlands of Inyo National Forest. Located near Cedar Flat, these dispersed sites provide scenic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and Deep Spring Valley. Roads in this area can be rocky and uneven, making high-clearance vehicles recommended for reaching the more secluded spots further down the spurs.
Forest Road Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt spur road within the Inyo National Forest that offers dispersed camping on native dirt surfaces.
Forest Spur - Inyo National Forest
A native-material forest spur road providing dispersed camping opportunities within Inyo National Forest. The road is open year-round to all vehicles, including motorhomes, though the natural dirt surface requires caution during wet weather.
Forest Spur (Big Pine North)
A quiet dirt spur road situated in Inyo National Forest, providing dispersed camping sites surrounded by typical high-desert and mountain vistas.
Forest Spur (Big Pine South)
A secluded dirt spur road located within the Inyo National Forest, offering quiet dispersed camping with beautiful mountain backdrops.
Forest Spur 692F
A quiet dirt spur road located in the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, offering dispersed camping on native surface.
Forest Spur C61D
A scenic dirt spur road in the Inyo National Forest, offering isolated dispersed camping on native surface with stunning mountain backdrops.
Forest Spur Dispersed (Inyo National Forest)
This dispersed camping area lies along a Forest Service spur road within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. The native dirt road is accessible to most vehicles under dry conditions and provides a rustic, quiet environment close to Piper Peak.
Forest Spur Dispersed (Montgomery Pass)
Located off US Route 6 near Montgomery Pass, this area features several dispersed camping opportunities along quiet forest road spurs that open up into a spacious flat meadow. The access road is narrow and rocky, but leads to level ground suitable for self-contained rigs. Visitors are reminded to close the entry gate.
Forest Spur Dispersed Area
This dirt forest spur in the Inyo National Forest offers a quiet, primitive dispersed camping option. The access road is composed of native material and is open year-round to all vehicles.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic, quiet dispersed camping area located along a dirt spur road within the Inyo National Forest. Located near Lone Pine, it provides a peaceful wilderness setting with natural beauty.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This dirt forest road spur offers peaceful dispersed camping with beautiful mountain views near Lone Pine in the Inyo National Forest. The native material road is accessible to most standard vehicles and provides a quiet retreat close to local historic mining prospects.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
Quiet dispersed camping along a dirt forest spur within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. This native material road provides access to primitive sites surrounded by a peaceful forest setting. It serves as a convenient access point for those seeking a rustic, self-contained camping experience.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet native-dirt forest spur road located in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, offering dispersed camping access for multiple vehicles.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This quiet Inyo National Forest spur road offers dispersed camping opportunities just west of Bishop. The dirt road is accessible to all passenger vehicles and provides a natural setting close to local geographic features.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet U.S. Forest Service spur road in the Inyo National Forest near West Bishop, offering basic dispersed camping opportunities. Accessible via native dirt roads, this area provides a tranquil, forested setting.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping options situated along an Inyo National Forest spur road near Round Mountain. The terrain offers a quiet, natural setting with easy access to nearby mountain trailheads.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet dirt road corridor in the Inyo National Forest, providing standard dispersed camping opportunities near Black Mountain. The road consists of a native dirt surface accessible to most standard vehicles.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This Forest Service spur road offers dispersed camping opportunities within the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, California. Situated just over a kilometer from the highway, it provides convenient access to rustic campsites surrounded by scenic views of the Eastern Sierra landscape.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt forest spur located in the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, California. It offers dispersed camping options with views of the Eastern Sierra Mountains.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet, native material forest spur road offering dispersed camping options in the foothills of Inyo National Forest with panoramic Sierra views.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along an Inyo National Forest spur road, offering natural dirt pullouts amidst mountain scenery.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet, native material forest spur in the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, offering peaceful dispersed camping. The road is open to all vehicles with scenic mountain views nearby.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping is available along this native-material Forest Service spur in the Inyo National Forest. The dirt road is accessible to most vehicles and lies close to the Birch Lake Trailhead.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This dirt forest spur offers secluded dispersed camping within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. Accessible by most vehicles, the route provides quiet campsites amidst a native material landscape.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A dirt forest road corridor within Inyo National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities on native surface spurs. This area provides quiet sites amidst the high-desert pine forest scenery near Bishop.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest spur road located in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. Standard dispersed camping is permitted on native dirt surfaces with easy access.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This native dirt forest spur in the Inyo National Forest near West Bishop provides access to quiet dispersed camping areas. It is open to all vehicles year-round, offering standard national forest camping opportunities.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This dirt spur road offers scenic dispersed camping opportunities in the foothills near West Bishop, managed by the Inyo National Forest. The native material road is open to all vehicles, providing access to quiet pull-offs surrounded by Eastern Sierra vistas.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A remote dirt spur road located within the Inyo National Forest near Bishop, California, providing opportunities for quiet dispersed camping.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping is accessible along this Inyo National Forest spur road, offering a quiet escape on native dirt tracks.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This quiet dirt spur road off the main route provides accessible dispersed camping options on Inyo National Forest lands. The road has a native dirt surface suitable for most passenger vehicles and motorhomes.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This native-dirt forest spur in Inyo National Forest offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities. The road is open to all vehicles under dry conditions, providing easy access to scenic wooded spots.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest corridor located in Inyo National Forest, featuring standard dispersed camping spots along a dirt spur road.
Forest Spur
This quiet dirt spur road is located in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, California, offering basic dispersed camping opportunities. The road is open year-round to all vehicles, including motorhomes, on a native material surface.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed (Inyo National Forest)
A scenic dirt spur road within Inyo National Forest providing access to dispersed camping opportunities near Big Pine. This native material road is open to all vehicles, including small motorhomes, and offers standard forest camping.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed
A scenic native dirt road corridor located in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, offering dispersed camping areas set back from the road.
Forest Spur White Mountains
A scenic high-altitude dirt road corridor in the White Mountains of Inyo National Forest, featuring small pullouts nestled among granite boulders.
Forest Spurs Dispersed
A pair of secluded forest spurs located in the Inyo National Forest near Sugarloaf. The area offers dispersed camping opportunities in a quiet, high-desert environment with native dirt roads accessible by most vehicles.
Forks Campground
Forks Campground is situated near the scenic confluence of the South and Middle Forks of Bishop Creek, nestled among groves of aspens and pines. The campground offers 27 single-family sites with standard developed amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and food storage lockers. Access is via unpaved and gravel roads that are suitable for passenger cars, and on-site camp hosts manage the area. Due to active wildlife, strict bear-safe food storage regulations are in place and enforced.
Four Jeffrey Campground
Nestled along the South Fork of Bishop Creek, this developed campground offers shaded sites with scenic views of Table Mountain. It features convenient access to hiking trails and fishing spots within the John Muir Wilderness area.
Four Jeffrey Campground Road
This scenic mountain corridor along the access road to the developed Four Jeffrey Campground offers beautiful canyon views and Jeffrey pine surroundings. Dispersed camping is prohibited throughout Bishop Creek Canyon, meaning overnight stays are strictly restricted to designated developed campgrounds.
French Camp Campground
French Camp is a large, heavily forested developed campground situated along Rock Creek in the scenic eastern Sierra Nevada. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, this popular facility features spacious sites tucked under pine trees, making it a scenic and highly accessible mountain getaway. It provides basic amenities like drinking water and restrooms, and its premium location offers immediate access to excellent trout fishing and hiking trails.
Georges Creek Road Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping opportunities located along Georges Creek Road in the Inyo National Forest. The corridor offers dirt pull-outs and spurs with views of the Eastern Sierra landscape.
Glacial Basin Backcountry Spot
Scenic wilderness camp spot tucked away in a glacial basin along the trail.
Glacier Lodge Campground
A privately operated campground located at the end of Glacier Lodge Road, adjacent to the historic Glacier Lodge. This campground provides direct access to the trailhead leading into the Palisade Glacier region, with convenient proximity to the lodge's amenities and dining options.
Glacier View Campground
This county-run campground is positioned at the intersection of Highway 395 and Highway 168 in Big Pine, serving as an accessible staging area before entering deeper backcountry or neighboring Death Valley. It features dry camping sites as well as water and electric hookups with on-site showers, though visitors should expect audible highway noise and closely spaced sites.
Gold Crown Mine Road Dispersed Camping
A quiet network of dirt forest spurs branching off Gold Crown Mine Road within the Inyo National Forest. The area provides primitive dispersed camping opportunities with scenic desert mountain views and highly secluded sites.
Golden Trout Camp
Golden Trout Camp is a historic wilderness walk-in camp located in the Inyo National Forest, accessed via trails from Horseshoe Meadow and requiring wilderness permits for overnight stays.
Golden Trout Wilderness Backcountry
A remote backcountry hike-in camping area located deep within the Inyo National Forest wilderness.
Goodale Creek Backcountry Tent Site
A single backcountry tent site offering epic views of Cardinal Mountain.
Goodale Creek Campground
A scenic developed Bureau of Land Management campground located along Goodale Creek. It offers standard campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, and lantern holders. Vault toilets are available, though there is no potable water or dump station on-site. The campground is situated in a high-desert sagebrush environment with expansive views of the Sierra Nevada and Inyo mountain ranges.
Goodale Loop Dispersed Area
Scenic dispersed camping along Goodale Loop and adjacent forest spurs in the foothills of the Eastern Sierra. The native dirt roads offer access to pullouts with clear views of the surrounding mountains, located just northwest of Big Pine.
Grandview Campground
A scenic developed Forest Service campground nestled in a grove of pinyon and juniper trees along White Mountain Road. It offers standard amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, making it a comfortable base for visiting the nearby ancient bristlecone pine forest.
Granite Boulder Scenic Road Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping corridor along Granite Boulder Scenic Road and the eastern rim of Owens Gorge in Inyo National Forest. The area features sweeping views across the canyon and numerous flat, dirt pull-offs suitable for self-contained rigs.
Granite View Drive Dispersed
A scenic mountain corridor along Granite View Drive and Olivas Ranch Road in the Eastern Sierra. Dirt pullouts offer dispersed sites near Tuttle Creek and the trailhead. The road begins as a standard unpaved road but becomes increasingly rocky and rough as it climbs, making high-clearance vehicles highly recommended for the upper sections.
Grays Meadow Campground
A popular, scenic Forest Service campground located along a rushing mountain creek in Onion Valley. Mature trees provide ample shade, and the site serves as an ideal base for trout fishing and hiking the eastern Sierra Nevada. Both reservation-based and first-come, first-served options are available across the upper and lower loops.
Grays Meadows Campground
Grays Meadows Campground is situated along Independence Creek in the Onion Valley area of the Eastern Sierra. The campground features an upper and lower section, heavily shaded by a large oak grove. It is an excellent base camp for hiking the Shepherd Pass Trail into the John Muir Wilderness.
Gunter Canyon Road Dispersed
A rugged network of dispersed camping areas situated along Gunter Canyon Road and its adjacent forest spurs on the western slopes of the White Mountains. Offering sweeping views of the Owens Valley and the distant Sierra Nevada, the sites are highly secluded and primitive. The road is steep, rocky, and rough, making it best suited for high-clearance vehicles. Campers will find established dirt turnouts and spurs nestled among the low desert scrub and pinon pines.
Harkless Flat Dispersed Camping
A remote dispersed camping corridor situated along Harkless Flat Road in the Inyo National Forest, featuring several quiet forest spurs. The area provides scenic views of the Inyo Mountains within a quiet pinon-juniper woodland setting.
Harry Birch Spring Dispersed Area
A network of quiet dirt spur roads located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada near Big Pine, offering dispersed camping. The area is close to Harry Birch Springs and Grover Anton Spring, providing a rugged, high-desert setting.
Helen Lake Backcountry Camp
A high-alpine wilderness backcountry campsite located near the shores of Helen Lake along the John Muir Trail.
High Sierra Hike-In Spot
A remote hike-in wilderness campsite located in the high Sierra Nevada, requiring a wilderness permit for overnight stays.
High Sierra Tarn Camp
High-altitude backcountry campsite offering immediate access to pristine alpine waters.
Hog Back Creek Road Dispersed
A rugged and secluded mountain corridor climbing along Hogback Creek within the Inyo National Forest. The route offers spectacular vistas of the surrounding peaks and the valley below, with dispersed sites positioned near a seasonal mountain stream. The terrain is highly uneven and sandy, demanding capable vehicles to navigate safely.
Hogback Road Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor nested along Hogback Road and Hogback Creek, situated just northwest of the popular Alabama Hills. This zone features dramatic, unobstructed views of Mount Whitney and the Eastern Sierra range. Campers will find peaceful, shaded sites close to the rushing creek, offering a much quieter and more isolated alternative to the heavily crowded Movie Road loop nearby.
Homestake Dry Camp
Located at the southern end of Racetrack Valley near Lippincott Pass, Homestake Dry Camp is a designated primitive camp containing about ten sites with stone fire rings. Access from the north involves a grueling, tire-shredding washboard road, while the trail leading west down Lippincott Pass is strictly for advanced high-clearance 4WD vehicles. This isolated basin offers dramatic canyon vistas and immense solitude, though it is highly exposed to strong winds.
Horton Creek Campground
Horton Creek Campground is a scenic developed campground managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Situated northwest of Bishop, it features 49 first-come, first-served campsites offering panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada range. The facilities include fire rings, picnic tables, lantern holders, pit toilets, potable water, and an on-site dump station.
Horton Creek Road Dispersed
Horton Creek Road offers scenic dispersed camping opportunities on Inyo National Forest land just west of Bishop. The route provides convenient access to the eastern Sierra Nevada foothills with open views of the surrounding peaks.
Horton Lakes Road Dispersed
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along Horton Lakes Road within the Inyo National Forest. Located just west of Bishop, it offers quick access to the Sierra Nevada trailheads with multiple primitive dirt pullouts suitable for self-contained rigs.
Independence Creek Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Independence Creek Road in Inyo National Forest, offering mountain views and access to eastern Sierra trailheads.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
This native dirt forest road offers peaceful dispersed camping opportunities within the Inyo National Forest. Situated in the Eastern Sierra region, it provides a quiet escape with easy access to nearby trails.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along a native dirt spur road in the Inyo National Forest, offering peaceful forest settings and straightforward access near Lone Pine.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt spur located within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, offering dispersed camping. The native material road winds through a peaceful natural landscape, suitable for standard vehicles.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
This dirt forest spur in the Inyo National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities on native material terrain. Located near Big Pine, the area is suitable for standard vehicles and larger motorhomes under dry conditions.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
Located in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, this native dirt spur offers dispersed camping suitable for standard vehicles. It serves as a quiet staging point near the Birch Lake Trailhead and Cometti Mine.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet Forest Service spur road offering dispersed camping opportunities on native dirt surfaces within Inyo National Forest.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt spur road located within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine, offering standard dispersed camping opportunities near the Saline Valley Road OHV Trailhead.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A native-dirt forest spur located within the Inyo National Forest, offering quiet dispersed camping. The road is open year-round to most vehicles under dry conditions.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
A secluded dispersed camping corridor along a native-material dirt road, offering quiet surroundings near Sage Hen Peak.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
This forest spur in Inyo National Forest provides a quiet dispersed camping area accessible via a native-material dirt road. It offers scenic mountain surroundings and is suitable for most rig types looking for a peaceful stay near Bishop.
Inyo Forest Spur Dispersed
This native dirt spur offers quiet, dispersed camping within the scenic Inyo National Forest.
Inyo Forest Spur
A quiet dispersed camping area located along a Forest Service spur road within Inyo National Forest. The dirt road access is suitable for most vehicles, leading to peaceful campsites surrounded by native forest near local springs.
Inyo Forest Spur
This native-surface Forest Service spur offers dispersed camping options within the Inyo National Forest. Located just over a mile from Banner Springs, the road provides a quiet and wooded setting suitable for self-contained rigs.
Inyo National Forest - Big Pine Dispersed
Dispersed camping options situated along dirt forest spurs in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. These sites provide a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby outdoor activities and views of the surrounding mountains. The dirt spur roads are generally accessible for most vehicles, but caution is advised during wet weather.
Inyo National Forest - Forest Spur Corridor
A quiet dirt road corridor within the Inyo National Forest, offering remote dispersed camping options among pine trees and natural springs. It provides an excellent base for exploring Monache Mountain and surrounding wilderness areas.
Inyo National Forest - Forest Spur
A quiet dispersed camping corridor located along an Inyo National Forest spur road near Bishop. The native dirt road offers a peaceful, forested setting with standard dispersed camping opportunities.
Inyo National Forest Spur Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping along a quiet dirt forest spur road within the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine, offering excellent views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Inyo National Forest Spur
A remote dirt spur road offering dispersed camping opportunities within Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. The native dirt surface is accessible to most vehicles during dry conditions.
Inyo National Forest Spur
A secluded dirt forest spur offering remote dispersed camping options in the White Mountains. Located near the historic Eva Belle Mine and Patriarch Grove, this area provides primitive camping with scenic vistas.
Inyo National Forest Spur
This dirt spur road offers basic dispersed camping opportunities within the scenic Inyo National Forest near Casa Diablo Mountain.
Inyo National Forest Spur Road
This Inyo National Forest spur road offers quiet dispersed camping along a native-material dirt track.
Inyo National Forest Spur Road
A quiet dirt spur road within Inyo National Forest near West Bishop, offering basic dispersed camping opportunities on native soil.
Inyo National Forest Spur Roads
A network of dirt spur roads in the Inyo National Forest offering quiet, dispersed camping opportunities. The terrain consists of native dirt tracks best suited for high-clearance vehicles looking for seclusion.
Inyo National Forest Spurs - Big Pine
A series of rugged dirt forest spurs ascending into the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. These locations offer dispersed camping opportunities with impressive views of the surrounding mountains and valley. The access routes are native material dirt roads that are typically passable for standard vehicles in dry conditions, though high clearance is recommended for navigating some uneven sections.
Inyo National Forest Spurs (Big Pine)
These remote dirt spurs in the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine offer quiet, primitive dispersed camping options. Set in a rugged landscape near the Marble Tungsten Mine, they provide a rustic camping experience for self-contained rigs.
Inyo National Forest Spurs
Quiet dispersed camping opportunities along native dirt spur roads within the Inyo National Forest near Big Pine. Accessible to most vehicles, these spurs offer secluded wilderness staging points with views of the surrounding sierra landscape.
Inyo National Forest Spurs
A network of dirt spur roads winding through Inyo National Forest land near the White Mountains. These sites offer dispersed camping options on native material dirt tracks, surrounded by scenic sagebrush and distant mountain peaks. The area is quiet and offers excellent isolation for self-contained rigs. Highly accessible to multiple vehicle types under dry conditions, though high clearance is recommended. Standard California campfire permits are required for stove use.
Inyo Wilderness Backcountry Camp
A remote backcountry camp located in the wilderness of the eastern Sierra Nevada, accessible only via hiking trails.
Irene's Camp
Irene's Camp is a remote hike-in backcountry campsite located along the trails of the Golden Trout Wilderness.
Jeffery Mine Road Dispersed
This rugged dirt corridor in Inyo National Forest provides scenic dispersed camping opportunities. The native dirt surface is accessible to most vehicles in dry conditions, offering secluded spots with beautiful mountain views.
JMT Corridor Backcountry Site
Secluded walk-in wilderness campsite situated along the iconic John Muir Trail corridor.
John Muir Trail Backcountry Site
A remote hike-in backcountry campsite located along the wilderness trails of Kings Canyon National Park near the John Muir Trail.
John Muir Trailside Backcountry Sites
A collection of primitive, backcountry hike-in campsites located along the South Fork San Joaquin River near John Muir Rock. These sites offer pristine wilderness backpacking opportunities.
John Muir Wilderness - Whitney Backcountry
A collection of alpine, hike-in wilderness campsites located in the John Muir Wilderness near Mount Whitney. These sites are accessible only via foot travel and require wilderness permits and proper bear safety precautions.
John Muir Wilderness Backcountry (Tawny Point)
Remote hike-in backcountry camping sites located in the high Sierra wilderness near Tawny Point. Access is strictly on foot via strenuous alpine trails, offering incredible mountain views and complete solitude.
John Muir Wilderness Backcountry Camp
This remote backcountry hike-in site is nestled deep in the John Muir Wilderness near Mount Huxley, offering unparalleled high-alpine solitude.
John Muir Wilderness Backcountry
A collection of high-alpine backcountry hike-in campsites located along the John Muir Trail and Bishop Pass Trail corridors, spanning Evolution Basin, Sapphire Lake, and Dusy Basin.
John Muir Wilderness Backcountry Site
A remote, hike-in backcountry site nestled in the high Sierra wilderness near Mount Mary Austin, accessible only by foot.
John Muir Wilderness Backcountry Zone
A pristine high-alpine backcountry wilderness area located near Ward Mountain in the Sierra National Forest. Accessible only by foot, this zone offers remote wilderness camping for backpackers seeking quiet isolation in a scenic mountain landscape.
John Muir Wilderness Campsite - East Area
A primitive backcountry campsite offering spectacular mountain views for walk-in travelers.
John Muir Wilderness Campsite - Mid-West Trail
A rugged wilderness camp spot nestled in the alpine terrain of Inyo National Forest.
John Muir Wilderness Campsite - North Trail
A mountain backcountry campsite suitable for hikers traversing the John Muir Wilderness.
John Muir Wilderness Campsite - South Area
A primitive hike-in campsite located along the remote wilderness trails near Mount Whitney.
John Muir Wilderness Campsite - West Area
An alpine walk-in site offering a secluded wilderness camping experience for backpackers.
Junction Peak Backcountry Camp
A high-altitude wilderness campsite offering panoramic views of Junction Peak and the surrounding Sierra Crest.
Kern Hot Spring Backcountry Camping
A remote backcountry camping area located deep within Sequoia National Park along the wild Kern River, immediately adjacent to the natural Kern Hot Spring. This pristine wilderness area is accessible only via a multi-day trek along the High Sierra Trail. Several established, primitive clearings with rock fire rings sit tucked under pine trees near the river banks.
Kings Canyon Backcountry Wilderness Site
A remote backcountry hike-in campsite located deep within the high-alpine Sierra Nevada wilderness near Mount Ruskin.
Kings Canyon Border Hike-In Campsite
A secluded backcountry campsite nestled in the Sierra wilderness, suitable for tent campers and backpackers.
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L.A. Aqueduct Road Dispersed
A dirt road corridor running through the Inyo National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities on native soil surfaces with views of the eastern Sierra Nevada.
Lake Olancha RV Park and Campground
A scenic 100-acre private RV park and campground surrounding Olancha Lake. Located just over two kilometers from the highway, it offers beautiful views of the majestic Sierra Mountains to the west and Death Valley to the east.
Lake Sabrina Campground
Access road and campground area near Lake Sabrina in the Inyo National Forest, offering developed campsites amidst stunning alpine peaks and pine forests.
Lake Sabrina Overflow Parking
A paved overflow parking area for Lake Sabrina in the Inyo National Forest. While excellent for day-use trail access, overnight parking and vehicle camping are prohibited in this highly regulated canyon corridor. Visitors must utilize nearby developed campgrounds for overnight stays.
Lone Pine Campground
Situated at the foot of Mt. Whitney, this developed campground provides majestic mountain views and convenient trail access. The campground layout is a single, narrow loop set in an arid, rocky desert landscape. While stunningly scenic, the tight curves and large boundary rocks make it challenging for trailers and larger motorhomes. Limited primitive camping is permitted during the winter season with reduced services.
Lone Pine Creek Backcountry Spot
A rugged wilderness camp located off the main trail near Lone Pine Creek, offering a pristine setting for backpackers.
Lone Pine Forest Spurs
These native dirt spur roads branch off near the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Inyo National Forest. They offer excellent dispersed camping opportunities with impressive rocky vistas near the Whitney Portal area.
Lone Pine Lake Backcountry Campsites
These hike-in backcountry campsites along the Mount Whitney Trail near Lone Pine Lake offer spectacular wilderness camping for permitted backpackers but require strenuous hiking and strict adherence to waste and bear-storage regulations.
Longley Meadow Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping corridor along Longley Meadow Road and surrounding spurs within the Inyo National Forest.
Lookout Point Trailside Camping
A backcountry hike-in campsite located along the wilderness trails near Lookout Point in the Inyo National Forest.
Lower Paradise Valley
A remote wilderness backcountry campsite located along the Kings River in Kings Canyon National Park, accessible only via a multi-mile hike from the Roads End trailhead.
Lower Warm Springs Camp Host
A primitive camp host site located along the Lower Warm Springs Spur near the remote Saline Valley Hot Springs in Death Valley National Park.
Lower Woods Creek Backcountry Campsite
A lovely backcountry site positioned along the lower stretches of Woods Creek. Perfect for those completing the Rae Lakes Loop or hiking the JMT, offering shade from surrounding pines and proximity to water.
Mazourka Peak Area Forest Roads
A scenic network of primitive dirt roads and spurs branching out in the Inyo National Forest near Mazourka Peak. The area features sweeping desert and mountain vistas with dispersed camping opportunities on native dirt pull-offs. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for navigating the rougher spur roads, which are quiet and offer excellent privacy.
Middle Palisade Wilderness Site
A rugged wilderness hike-in campsite nestled deep in the Sierra Nevada mountains near Middle Palisade.
Middle Paradise Valley Backcountry Camp
Middle Paradise Valley is a scenic backcountry hike-in campground situated along the South Fork Kings River in Kings Canyon National Park, offering a pristine wilderness experience accessible only via foot trail.
Milner Creek / White MTN Ranch Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along the dirt road accessing Milner Creek on the western slopes of the White Mountains, managed by Inyo National Forest. The route is accessible to most standard vehicles in dry conditions, providing peaceful boondocking spots with views of the Owens Valley and Sierra Nevada.
Mollie Gibson Mine Road Dispersed
Mollie Gibson Mine Road is an unpaved route in Inyo National Forest offering remote dispersed camping with vistas of the Owens Valley. The dirt road is generally passable for most vehicles in dry weather, though high-clearance is beneficial for the rougher spurs. Campers can find secluded pullouts along this corridor under standard Forest Service guidelines.
Monache Meadows Dispersed Camping
Remote dispersed camping situated in the high country of the Inyo National Forest, near the Golden Trout Wilderness. The area features expansive meadows and pine forests, accessible via rugged dirt roads that require high clearance.
Mosquito Flat Backpacker's Campground
Located at the end of Rock Creek Road, this walk-in backpacker campground is specifically designated for wilderness permit holders starting hikes into the alpine backcountry. The adjacent trailhead parking lot allows overnight parking only for wilderness permit holders, offering convenient access to local hiking trails.
Mount Guyot Wilderness Camp East
This remote hike-in backcountry site is located in the high alpine wilderness near Mount Guyot and is accessible only via strenuous backpacking trails.
Mount Guyot Wilderness Camp West
Accessible only by foot, this high Sierra backcountry camping spot offers a peaceful wilderness experience along the trail system.
Mount Pinchot Wilderness Camp
A remote backcountry hike-in campsite located along the wilderness trail network near Mount Pinchot.
Mount Powell Backcountry Spot
A remote backcountry wilderness spot in the high Sierra Nevada near Mount Powell, accessible only via hiking trails.
Mount Whitney Trail Backcountry Camps
High-alpine backcountry camping zones situated along the strenuous Mount Whitney Trail within the John Muir Wilderness. Overnight stays in this popular wilderness corridor require a specific Mount Whitney Zone permit from Inyo National Forest. All campers must use approved hard-sided bear canisters and are strictly required to pack out all solid human waste.
Mount Whitney Trail Backcountry Zone
High-alpine backcountry camping zone along the Mount Whitney Trail in the John Muir Wilderness. This highly regulated zone requires wilderness permits and strict adherence to wilderness ethics.
Mount Whitney Trailhead Campground
A specialized walk-in tent campground situated directly adjacent to the Mount Whitney trailhead. This site is specifically tailored for hikers with valid wilderness permits needing to acclimatize for one night before their climb. The adjacent main parking lot strictly prohibits sleeping in vehicles.
Mountain Glen Campground
Rustic developed campground situated along the scenic South Fork of Bishop Creek in Inyo National Forest. The campground features shaded, pine-forested sites and direct creek access, providing a peaceful mountain getaway.
Mt Whitney Ranger Station Fire Road Q-096
This short, paved National Forest corridor sits just outside Lone Pine, California, near the Mount Whitney Ranger Station. It offers exceptionally straightforward paved access into Inyo National Forest with spectacular backdrops of the Sierra Nevada mountain range.
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Muah Mountain Backcountry Trailhead
A remote walk-in access point near Muah Mountain in the Inyo National Forest, suitable for backcountry wilderness hikers.
Muir Pass Backcountry Camp
A rugged backcountry campsite situated near Muir Pass and the historic Muir Hut along the John Muir Trail.
North Lake Road Corridor
A scenic corridor along North Lake Road in Inyo National Forest, leading to high-alpine trailheads. Dispersed camping is prohibited throughout this recreation area, meaning overnight stays are restricted to developed campgrounds.
Oak Creek - North Fork Dispersed Camping
Scenic dispersed sites tracking along the North Fork of Oak Creek into Inyo National Forest, culminating at the Baxter Pass Trailhead. This rugged mountain corridor features deep canyon vistas and immediate access to hiking trails into the high country. The access route is a steep dirt road that remains passable for standard passenger vehicles during dry weather, leading to a spacious parking area at the trailhead.
Oak Creek Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A dirt forest spur road offering quiet dispersed camping within the Inyo National Forest near Lone Pine. This area is characterized by native dirt surfaces and provides an excellent natural setting for self-contained campers.
Oak Creek RV Park
A clean, newly developed RV park situated on a hill directly behind the Independence Travel Plaza. It features level, concrete pull-through and back-in pads with full hookups. Check-ins are handled in person at the travel plaza convenience store.
Oak Creek South Fork Dispersed Camping
This scenic dispersed camping area is situated along the South Fork of Oak Creek within the Inyo National Forest. The main road is asphalt-surfaced, making it highly accessible for standard passenger vehicles and larger rigs, while various dirt spurs lead off the main route to standard campsites.
Observation Peak Backcountry Spot
An undeveloped backcountry tent campsite situated near the base of Observation Peak, offering pristine wilderness isolation.
Olancha RV Park and Motel
A quaint commercial RV park, motel, and restaurant featuring standard hookup sites, glamping tipis, and basic amenities.
Old Aspen Road Dispersed
Scenic unpaved corridor winding through the Inyo National Forest near Bishop Creek. This gravel road provides quiet dispersed camping opportunities surrounded by pine forests.
Onion Valley & Foothill Road Dispersed Area
Scenic dispersed sites nested along Onion Valley Road and Foothill Road near Independence Creek. The lower eastern portion of the corridor sits on Bureau of Land Management land, transitioning to Inyo National Forest on the upper slopes. Campers can find multiple gravel turnouts and creekside pull-offs offering magnificent panoramas of the Sierra Nevada range.
Onion Valley Campground
Set amidst the dramatic, towering peaks of the eastern Sierra Nevada, Onion Valley Campground is a premier high-altitude developed campground located at the terminus of a steep, paved mountain road. The area serves as a bustling gateway to the John Muir Wilderness and Kings Canyon National Park, featuring direct trailhead access to spectacular alpine lakes and rushing waterfalls. Campsites are primitive and require strict adherence to food storage regulations due to active bear populations. While the paved access is suitable for standard passenger vehicles, the tight turns and limited campsite parking make it best suited for campervans and tent campers.
Onion Valley to Independence Creek Connector Dispersed
A scenic high-desert and pine-forested corridor offering dispersed camping options along the connector road between Onion Valley Road and Independence Creek in Inyo National Forest.
Outpost Camp (Mount Whitney Trail)
A scenic backcountry wilderness camp located along the Mount Whitney Trail, nestled in a pine-studded meadow.
Outpost Camp
A scenic backcountry walk-in campsite located along the Mount Whitney Trail in the John Muir Wilderness. Reachable only by foot, this location serves as a popular staging area for hikers trekking through the wilderness.
Owens Gorge Pipeline Dispersed Camping
A collection of scenic dispersed camping sites and pull-offs located on Inyo National Forest land along the Sherwin Grade, just north of Bishop. The area offers panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains, including Mount Tom. Roads vary from graded gravel and dirt paths accessible to standard vehicles to rugged, rocky tracks requiring high-clearance as you move further towards Owens Gorge. This area serves as an excellent alternative to camping in the valley.
Owens Overlook Dispersed Area
A simple gravel pull-off and flat sandy track located just east of US-395. The area is highly exposed to the highway but features stunning sunrises over the Owens Valley and Inyo Mountains.
Paiute Pass Trailhead Parking
Paiute Pass Trailhead Parking offers access to the high-alpine trails of the John Muir Wilderness in Inyo National Forest. While overnight parking is permitted for wilderness permit holders, sleeping in vehicles or camping in the parking lot is not allowed. The access road is steep, narrow, and unpaved, making it unsuitable for trailers or large RVs.
Palisade Basin Backcountry Camp
A remote, hike-in backcountry campsite located in the scenic Palisade Basin of the John Muir Wilderness.
Palisade Basin Backcountry Zone
A remote wilderness zone located in the Palisade Basin of the John Muir Wilderness. This area features pristine, walk-in alpine campsites accessible only via strenuous backpacking trails, surrounded by rugged mountain peaks.
Palisade Basin Wilderness Camp
A remote, walk-in wilderness campsite nestled in the Palisade Basin. This backcountry spot is accessible only via strenuous hiking trails and serves as an excellent base for exploring the high peaks.
Palisade Crest Backcountry Camp
An alpine backcountry campsite offering dramatic views of Palisade Crest and surrounding peaks.
Palisades Group Campground
A developed group campground located in Rock Creek Canyon, shaded by a beautiful canopy of aspen and lodgepole pine trees. Designed for large families and groups, it features a private loop equipped with campfire rings and picnic tables. Positioned adjacent to Rock Creek, it offers direct access to trout fishing, hiking, and scenic canyon walks. The site can also serve as an overflow group area. Strict food storage rules are enforced because of local wildlife.
Papoose Flat Road Dispersed
A scenic unpaved forest corridor winding through the high-desert landscapes of Papoose Flat in Inyo National Forest.
Patriarch Grove Road Dispersed
A scenic dirt road corridor leading through the White Mountains of Inyo National Forest, offering dispersed camping options before reaching the historic Patriarch Grove area.
Pedro Ranch Road Dispersed
Pedro Ranch Road offers quiet, remote dispersed camping opportunities along native dirt spurs within the Inyo National Forest. Situated in a rugged high-desert landscape, these sites provide excellent mountain views and high levels of privacy. The terrain is accessible to most standard vehicles in dry conditions, though high clearance is beneficial. Visitors should be prepared for dusty roads and practice pack-it-in, pack-it-out camping.
Peter Peak Backcountry Camp
This backcountry hike-in campsite is located in the scenic John Muir Wilderness near Peter Peak, requiring a wilderness permit for overnight stays.
Pie In The Sky Parking Q-056
Pie In The Sky Parking is a gravel parking area located within the Inyo National Forest, serving as a convenient base for exploring the nearby Little Lakes Valley and Tamarack Lakes trailheads. The area offers scenic views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada peaks with straightforward access along a graded gravel surface.
Pine Grove Road Corridor
This scenic corridor consists of the paved and gravel access roads leading to the Pine Grove Campground and Pine Grove Corral within Rock Creek Canyon. The area features a mature pine forest setting with easy access to regional hiking trails and trout streams. Because this is a high-use watershed, dispersed camping is strictly prohibited along these roads, and overnight stays are restricted to developed campgrounds.
Piñon Picnic Area Forest Spurs
A collection of primitive dirt spur roads branching off White Mountain Road near the Piñon Picnic Area in Inyo National Forest. These sites offer quiet dispersed camping amongst mature piñon pines with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Pinyon Creek Dispersed Area
Secluded dispersed sites situated along Pinyon Creek at the end of a rugged access road. This area offers excellent privacy and scenic mountain views, but requires high-clearance 4WD vehicles to reach.
Pinyon Forest Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Pinyon Forest Road, north of Bishop. While standard BLM rules permit camping on public land, visitors must avoid adjacent LADWP (Los Angeles Department of Water and Power) lands where overnight stays are strictly prohibited and actively enforced.
Pleasant Valley Campground
A scenic developed campground nestled directly on the banks of the Owens River. It features shady trees, direct river access, and excellent opportunities for trout fishing.
Pleasant Valley Pit Campground
An established and very affordable BLM campground located north of Bishop, set in a scenic gravel pit area. It offers spacious sites with fire pits and picnic tables, surrounded by stunning mountain views.
Portuguese Joe Campground
A convenient, easily accessible developed county campground situated along a bubbling stream near the base of the mountains. Features essential amenities like pit toilets, water hydrants, and trash disposal, making it a great base camp for exploring the nearby peaks.
Rae Lakes Backcountry Site A
A remote backcountry wilderness campsite nestled near the high-alpine lakes of the Kings Canyon backcountry.
Rae Lakes Backcountry Wilderness Basin
A spectacular high-alpine lake basin along the John Muir Trail, offering pristine backcountry camping surrounded by iconic Sierra peaks.
Rae Lakes Granite View Camp
Pristine alpine campsite offering spectacular views of surrounding granite peaks.
Rae Lakes Loop Backcountry Spot
An alpine lakeside campsite perfect for backpackers traversing the Rae Lakes Loop.
Rainbow Pack Station Road Q-070
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along Inyo National Forest Road Q-070 near South Lake. Offering a quiet setting shaded by pines, it serves as a highly scenic basecamp for hikers and backcountry explorers looking to access nearby trailheads.
Rock Creek Lake Campground
A serene developed campground situated along the shores of Rock Creek Lake, offering picturesque alpine views and creekside sites. It primarily accommodates tents and small rigs with standard amenities including picnic tables and bear-proof food lockers.
Rock Creek Lake Campground
A scenic developed campground situated on the shores of Rock Creek Lake, surrounded by aspen and lodgepole pine trees. This facility offers well-spaced campsites, outstanding views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains, and direct access to hiking trails and trout fishing.
Rock Creek Road Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along Rock Creek Road and its surrounding forest spurs in the Inyo National Forest. The area consists of remote, unpaved spur roads offering secluded pull-outs suitable for self-contained rigs.
Round Mountain Loop Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor winding around Round Mountain in the Inyo National Forest. The native dirt road offers multiple roadside pullouts suitable for standard vehicles in dry conditions.
Round Mountain Turnoff Dispersed
A quiet dirt road corridor branching off Round Mountain Road on Inyo National Forest land, providing access to dispersed camping areas surrounded by native vegetation. The terrain is flat with multiple natural clearings suitable for various rig types under dry conditions.
Sage Flat Campground
Sage Flat Campground is a beautifully situated Forest Service facility nestled along Big Pine Creek. Surrounded by pine trees, the campground features paved access and includes picnic tables, fire rings, pit toilets, potable water, and bear-proof food storage. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, offering a scenic and quiet basecamp near the creek.
Sage Flat Trailhead
Located at the eastern base of the Sierra Nevada, this trailhead provides direct access to the Olancha Pass Trail. The parking area is on a flat, native dirt and gravel surface accessible by most standard passenger vehicles.
Saline Valley Hotsprings
A legendary and remote desert oasis situated in Death Valley, maintained by dedicated volunteers. The site features several soaking pools, showers, and pit toilets set against a dramatic, desolate desert landscape. Camping is dispersed and open, with no defined sites, but stone fire rings help mark potential setups.
San Joaquin River Wilderness Campsite I
A primitive hike-in backcountry campsite located along the San Joaquin River corridor near John Muir Rock.
San Joaquin River Wilderness Campsite II
A quiet backcountry wilderness campsite situated under pine cover near the hiking trail along the river.
San Joaquin River Wilderness Campsite III
A secluded riverside campsite along the wilderness trail, offering spectacular views of the surrounding Sierra peaks.
Santa Rita Flat Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along Santa Rita Flat Road and its adjoining forest spurs within the Inyo National Forest. The terrain consists of high-desert and mountainous pine landscapes, offering numerous pullouts on native dirt surfaces suitable for self-contained campers seeking isolation.
Sawmill Pass & Scotty's Spring Dispersed Corridor
A rugged dirt corridor within the Inyo National Forest providing access to the Sawmill Pass Trailhead and Scotty's Spring. Multiple pull-offs and dirt spurs along the route offer primitive dispersed camping options amidst dry, desert-scrub vegetation and dramatic Sierra Nevada mountain vistas. Perfect for travelers seeking solitude in a wilderness setting.
Schulman Grove Road Q-060
A scenic forest road corridor leading up to the historic Schulman Grove area. Because this corridor lies entirely within the protected Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest botanical boundary, overnight stays and camping are strictly prohibited. The nearest legal camping options are located outside the botanical area further down the mountain.
Screwball Camp
Screwball Camp is a primitive wilderness backcountry campsite located along the Bubbs Creek Trail inside Kings Canyon National Park, accessible only via a strenuous hike.
Sierra Backcountry Hike-In Campsite
A primitive, backcountry hike-in campsite located in the high Sierra wilderness, accessible only by foot trail.
Sierra Crest Meadow Camp
Backcountry camp spot nestled in a high-elevation meadow near the Sierra Crest.
Sierra Panoramic Trail Camp
Primitive trailside campsite with panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada wilderness.
Silver Canyon Creek Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located along a native-surface forest road within Inyo National Forest, offering standard primitive camping near Bishop.
Silver Canyon Road Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along Silver Canyon Road on national forest land near Bishop. While overnight camping is strictly prohibited on the lower city-managed rehabilitation land near the canyon entrance, camping is permitted further up-canyon where the road enters national forest jurisdiction. The area features scattered dirt pull-offs and a larger gravel clearing alongside a small seasonal stream, offering panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada.
Silver Peak Radio Relay Road
Scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Silver Peak Radio Relay Road and adjacent forest spurs. These sites offer panoramic vistas of the Sierra Nevada Range and the valley below, providing a remote mountain experience on public lands.
South Fork Big Pine Creek Backcountry Camp
A remote, hike-in backcountry campsite located along the South Fork Big Pine Creek trail within the John Muir Wilderness of Inyo National Forest.
South Lake Boat Parking & Launch
Paved parking area and boat launch facility located at South Lake in the Inyo National Forest, serving as a gateway to the John Muir Wilderness. Overnight vehicle camping and sleeping are strictly prohibited here, though overnight parking is permitted for wilderness permit holders entering the backcountry.