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Onion Valley Campground

Inyo National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Onion Valley Campground is a campground in Inyo National Forest, California with 29 campsites. Onion Valley Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Onion Valley Campground is located at 36.7747° N, 118.3456° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Onion Valley Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 4 (23 sites)Oct 5 (22 sites)Oct 6 (27 sites)

23 sites open on Oct 4 at Onion Valley Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 1 October 2026, 00:45 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Onion Valley Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Onion Valley Campground

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Standard 19
Tent 10

What an RV fits

16 ft2 sites
25 ft5 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Onion Valley Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
002	DRV	Standard	6	16 ft
003	DRV	Standard	6	25 ft
004	DRV	Standard	6	-
011	DRV	Standard	6	25 ft
012	DRV	Standard	6	25 ft
015	DRV	Standard	6	16 ft
020	DRV	Standard	6	25 ft
027	DRV	Standard	6	25 ft
016	ONIO	Standard	6	-
018	ONIO	Standard	6	-
019	ONIO	Standard	6	-
021	ONIO	Standard	6	-
022	ONIO	Standard	6	-
024	ONIO	Standard	6	-
025	ONIO	Standard	6	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
029	ONIO	Tent	6	-
001	ONION	Tent	6	-
005	ONION	Tent	6	-
006	ONION	Tent	6	-
007	ONION	Tent	6	-
008	ONION	Tent	6	-
009	ONION	Standard	6	-
010	ONION	Standard	6	-
013	ONION	Standard	6	-
014	ONION	Standard	6	-
017	ONION	Tent	6	-
023	ONION	Tent	6	-
026	ONION	Tent	6	-
028	ONION	Tent	6	-

About Onion Valley Campground

Overview

This quiet campground is set amidst breathtaking scenery of rugged mountain peaks, thick forests and waterfalls in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Its location on the creek and proximity to the John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, photographers and those who want to relax in a peaceful, natural setting.

Recreation

Majestic scenery and challenging trails draw campers to the Onion Valley area for hiking and horseback riding. The campground is near Kearsarge Pass, Robinson Lake and Golden Trout Lakes Trailheads, which access several alpine lakes and mountain peaks within the John Muir Wilderness, as well as Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

The eastern Sierras are also known for exceptional trout fishing. From the campground, anglers can try for rainbow, brown, brook and Alpers trout in Robinson Lake and a nearby creek.

Facilities

The campground is tucked away near the end of Onion Valley Road. Campsites are private and primitive, and every site has a scenic view. Amenities include vault toilets, and bear-proof food storage lockers, which campers are required to use. Firewood is for sale on-site.

Natural Features

Situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet, the campground is surrounded by the towering peaks of the John Muir Wilderness and immersed in shrubs, lodgepole pine and aspens. Lovely wildflowers color the landscape in late spring and early summer. The campground is adjacent to a creek and lake.

The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear,which frequent the campground, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds.

Contact Info

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

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. Some trails lead into Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to the west.

Rules and notices at Onion Valley Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Onion Valley Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Trailers are not recommended; tent trailers are permissible

This campground has no water.

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; campground is patrolled at night by security teams during periods of high bear activity

Two pets per site and must be 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.

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Onion Valley Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Onion Valley Campground?

Onion Valley Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 29 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Onion Valley Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Onion Valley 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 Onion Valley Campground have?

Onion Valley Campground has 29 campsites.