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Mono Creek Campground

Sierra National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Mono Creek Campground is a campground in Sierra National Forest, California with 11 campsites. Mono Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Mono Creek Campground is located at 37.3554° N, 118.9968° W.

Mono Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Mono Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Mono Creek Campground

Standard 11

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Mono Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA MONO CREEK loop.

Site	Type
FS1-401	Standard
FS1-402	Standard
FS1-403	Standard
FS1-404	Standard
FS1-405	Standard
FS1-406	Standard
FS1-407	Standard
FS1-408	Standard
FS1-409	Standard
FS1- 301	Standard
FS1- 302	Standard

About Mono Creek Campground

Overview

Mono Creek Campground is located in the High Sierras above Kaiser Pass. This quiet, remote campground is situated in a peaceful meadow near Mono Hot Springs at an elevation of 7,500 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, boating and horseback riding.

Recreation

Most recreational activities are centered around nearby Edison Lake and Mono Hot Springs. Interpretive programs, hiking, trout fishing, boating and horseback riding are popular pastimes. Hot mineral baths can be enjoyed at Mono Hot Springs.

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, grill and bear-proof food storage locker. No water source is available on-site, but potable water is available at the High Sierra Ranger Station. Accessible vault toilets are provided.

Natural Features

Campsites are spacious, private and shaded by mature Ponderosa pines within the Sierra National Forest on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada. The forest is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources.

The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.

Nearby Attractions

The Mono Creek Trail, which can be accessed at Edison Lake, leads hikers and horseback riders to the network of trails within the John Muir Wilderness. This includes the scenic Pacific Crest Trail, which spans from Mexico to Canada.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Rules and notices at Mono Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Mono Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

RVs and motor homes over 25 feet are not recommended on Kaiser Road due to single-lane road with blind curves.

No water source available

Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.

Two pets per site and leashed at all times.

Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle for single site or one vehicle for single tent camping. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles for double tent only camping. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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Mono Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Mono Creek Campground?

Mono Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Mono Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Mono Creek 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 Mono Creek Campground have?

Mono Creek Campground has 11 campsites.