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Lone Pine Campground

Inyo National Forest, California

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As of September 2026, Lone Pine Campground is a campground in Inyo National Forest, California with 26 campsites. Lone Pine Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lone Pine Campground is located at 36.5976° N, 118.1848° W.

people allowed on 25 of 26 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 15

Lone Pine Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Lone Pine Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Lone Pine Campground

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Standard 24
Tent 2

What an RV fits

16 ft1 site
21 ft1 site
22 ft1 site
26 ft5 sites
30 ft2 sites
31 ft6 sites
32 ft1 site
33 ft1 site
36 ft1 site
40 ft2 sites

Amenities

showers

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Lone Pine Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
43	LONE	Tent	15	-
001	PINE	Standard	6	21 ft
002	PINE	Standard	6	32 ft
003	PINE	Standard	6	30 ft
004	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
006	PINE	Standard	6	26 ft
008	PINE	Standard	6	26 ft
012	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
013	PINE	Standard	6	30 ft
014	PINE	Standard	6	26 ft
016	PINE	Standard	6	26 ft
017	PINE	Standard	6	22 ft
018	PINE	Tent	6	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
020	PINE	Standard	6	16 ft
022	PINE	Standard	6	26 ft
024	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
026	PINE	Standard	6	33 ft
028	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
030	PINE	Standard	6	40 ft
032	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
034	PINE	Standard	6	40 ft
036	PINE	Standard	6	31 ft
038	PINE	Standard	6	36 ft
040	PINE	Standard	6	-
041	PINE	Standard	6	-
042	PINE	Standard	6	-

About Lone Pine Campground

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (602) 726-1102.

Rules and notices at Lone Pine Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Lone Pine Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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. One vehicle per single site is included with your reservation. 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 if you did not pay for an Extra Vehicle Add On. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at the site.

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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Lone Pine Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lone Pine Campground?

Lone Pine Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 26 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lone Pine Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lone Pine Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lone Pine Campground have?

Lone Pine Campground has 26 campsites.