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Whitney Portal Campground

Inyo National Forest, California

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As of September 2026, Whitney Portal Campground is a campground in Inyo National Forest, California with 46 campsites. Whitney Portal Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Whitney Portal Campground is located at 36.5899° N, 118.2298° W.

people allowed on 43 of 46 sites: 6
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 15

Whitney Portal Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 4 (7 sites)Oct 5 (3 sites)Oct 6 (13 sites)

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

As of 30 September 2026, 02:52 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Whitney Portal Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Whitney Portal Campground

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Standard 27
Tent 19

What an RV fits

18 ft1 site
22 ft2 sites
24 ft1 site
26 ft3 sites
28 ft2 sites
30 ft2 sites
32 ft1 site
35 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

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

All sites at Whitney Portal Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
G1	PORT	Tent	15	-
G2	PORT	Tent	15	-
G3	PORT	Tent	15	-
001	WHIT	Standard	6	35 ft
002	WHIT	Standard	6	-
003	WHIT	Standard	6	26 ft
004	WHIT	Standard	6	-
005	WHIT	Tent	6	-
006	WHIT	Tent	6	-
007	WHIT	Standard	6	30 ft
008	WHIT	Tent	6	-
009	WHIT	Tent	6	-
010	WHIT	Standard	6	32 ft
011	WHIT	Tent	6	-
012	WHIT	Standard	6	-
013	WHIT	Tent	6	-
014	WHIT	Standard	6	-
015	WHIT	Tent	6	-
016	WHIT	Tent	6	-
017	WHIT	Standard	6	28 ft
018	WHIT	Standard	6	-
019	WHIT	Standard	6	22 ft
020	WHIT	Standard	6	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
021	WHIT	Tent	6	-
022	WHIT	Tent	6	-
023	WHIT	Tent	6	-
024	WHIT	Tent	6	-
025	WHIT	Standard	6	24 ft
026	WHIT	Standard	6	-
027	WHIT	Standard	6	26 ft
028	WHIT	Standard	6	-
029	WHIT	Standard	6	28 ft
030	WHIT	Standard	6	-
031	WHIT	Standard	6	22 ft
032	WHIT	Standard	6	-
033	WHIT	Standard	6	30 ft
034	WHIT	Standard	6	-
036	WHIT	Standard	6	-
037	WHIT	Standard	6	26 ft
038	WHIT	Standard	6	-
039	WHIT	Tent	6	-
040	WHIT	Standard	6	18 ft
041	WHIT	Tent	6	-
042	WHIT	Tent	6	-
043	WHIT	Tent	6	-
044	WHIT	Standard	6	-

About Whitney Portal Campground

Overview

Whitney Portal Campground is in a prime location within the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - at the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States.

With hiking trails to Mt. Whitney and the John Muir Wilderness less than a mile away, the campground is a popular home base for hikers, as well as family, RV and tent campers who wish to explore the area's activities and enjoy unparalleled scenery.

Recreation

Hikers are drawn to the majestic scenery and challenging trails of the Whitney Portal recreation area. Nearby trails lead into the John Muir Wilderness and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

The campground is only 0.5 miles from trailheads to Mt. Whitney, Meysan Lake and other popular destinations. Visitors should be aware that hiking in this area may require a permit.

Visitors can also hike, fish and picnic in the area around the campground. There are numerous lakes, streams and a small pond in the area for trout fishing.

Facilities

The campground is adjacent to Whitney Creek and just down the road from Trailhead Campground. Numerous campsites are arranged on either side of the creek, including three group camping areas and several tent-only sites. Paved roads, vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Bears frequent the area, and campers are required to use the bear-proof food storage lockers provided in the facility (all supplies must fit; dimensions are 18 inches high, 18 inches deep and 50 inches long). Firewood is available for purchase on-site, and a small convenience store with showers is nearby.

Natural Features

The facility is situated in a thick pine forest at an elevation of 8,000 ft. Campers can see striking views of the rugged granite peaks surrounding it.

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.

John Muir Wilderness

Contact Info

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

Rules and notices at Whitney Portal Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground will only accommodate small trailers and RV's.

Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers; fine up to $150 for campers who do not comply; remove all food from area after eating; do not leave food, trash or scented items in car; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals

No RV dump station; no filling of holding tanks from water hydrants

No motor homes, trailers, buses or campers permitted in the parking lot

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.

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Whitney Portal Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Whitney Portal Campground?

Whitney Portal Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 46 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Whitney Portal Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Whitney Portal 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 Whitney Portal Campground have?

Whitney Portal Campground has 46 campsites.