Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bob Scott
VISIT DATE: 09/10/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Austin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Austin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Austin, NV, take US Rt. 50 east 6.1 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,300 ft.
The campground, located next to US Rt. 50, is a single loop with
a view of Bob Scott Summit. Mature Pinyon pine and Sagebrush are
the primary vegetation. The entire campground is in the open and
very good for transient campers - fair privacy between camp sites.
One site is for a group, but if not reserved, is available for any
camper. Another site may be occupied by a
host.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 36'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 5
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bootleg
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, CA, take US Rt. 395 south 7.7 miles to campground on
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground, excellent for overnighters or long-term campers,
is located on the west side of a valley carved by Walker River.
The river is still actively widening the valley causing small
landslides on the east wall that can be heard from campground.
The sound of Walker River can also be heard from some camp sites.
The campground is comprised of a spur leading to two loops in a
stand of Jeffrey pine. Wild rose and Sagebrush make up the
understory and widely spaced sites mean excellent privacy. The
campground is rocky making pitching a tent challenging, but is
compensated at some sites with tent pads. Without a "bad" camp
site, this is a pretty campground that awaits discovery. Group
tent sites are limited. Firewood is available for fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 63
Total Sites: 63
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 63
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The campground accommodates any
size RV.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 16
No. Threaded: 16
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buckeye
VISIT DATE: 09/06/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 7.2 miles to campground sign.
Turn right at sign onto Buckeye Rd. and go 2.8 miles to a "Y"
intersection and campground sign. Bear left and go 0.7 miles to
campground.
NOTE: After 0.4 miles, Buckeye Rd. becomes dirt with washboard
surface.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,520 ft.
The campground, located on the east ridge of Buckeye Mountain
well above Buckeye Creek, stretches out for 0.3 miles and is
composed of five loops - Loop 1, sites 1-11; Loop 2 is a trailhead;
Loop 3, sites 13-21; Loop 4, sites 23-41; and Loop 5, sites 42-68.
Loop 1 is at far end of campground with the smallest parking
aprons. Loop 5 is closest to campground entrance. Loop 4 has
the largest parking aprons. Overall, the overstory is comprised
of Jeffrey pine with some fir and Aspen; the Aspen are mostly in
loop 5. The understory is mostly sagebrush with a ground
cover of dirt and pine needles. Some camp sites in Loop 4
have a spectacular view of valley and distant mountains. Loop 3
is tent only. Unless using the paved parking apron, pitching a
tent on some sites in this loop will be a challenge. Loop 3 is
not conducive to group camping either. All the trees are second
growth as they were harvested in 1862/63 and used in the
construction of houses and mines in Bodie, CA. Firewood is
available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
NOTE: Loop numbers are arbitrarily established by the authors.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 11
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $175 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 55
Total Sites: 65
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 65
No. Grilles on Sites: 65
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Buckeye Creek Trail (foot) - 8.8 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chris Flat
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, CA take US Rt. 395 south 9.2 miles to campground on
left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,740 ft.
The campground's two unnamed loops, mostly in the open, stretch
along the west bank of Walker River. Most camp sites have a good
view of the sage brush-covered hillsides east of campground.
River willow shrubs line the river's bank while pines provide
limited shade for campground. Camp sites are nicely separated
providing good privacy. Traffic noise can be heard throughout
campground. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 11
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
The only water spigot is at campground's entrance.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Walker River.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Crags
VISIT DATE: 09/06/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 9.9 miles to "campgrounds" sign
(South Twin Rd.). Turn left onto South Twin Rd. and go 0.2 miles
to Crags Campground sign. Turn left and go 0.1 miles to
Matterhorn Camp Loop on the left and Sawtooth Camp Loop on the
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
This campground is one of five in the Twin Lakes Recreation Area.
While the campground is not on a lake, it is within 0.2 miles of
the Lower Twin Lake's no-charge boat ramp next to Lower Twin
campground. It is comprised of two loops - Matterhorn Camp Loop
and Sawtooth Camp Loop. Sawtooth has flush toilets and a vault,
both wheelchair friendly and each has an outstanding view of
Sawtooth Ridge. The Matterhorn has only a vault toilet and
partial view of Sawtooth Ridge. Each camp site in this loop has
a camp stove pedestal and cement pad for table and grille area.
The tent site's view (Matterhorn Camp Loop) of the Bridger Valley
is outstanding. Although all camp sites are in the open, spacing
between them is ample enough to provide good privacy. The
understory is Sagebrush.
Limited groceries and boat rentals are available at both Mono
Village and Twin Lakes Resorts. Mono Village also has a
restaurant and gas. Saturday night campfires (interpretive
programs) are provided at Robinson Creek campground - look at fee
board for information. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 23 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 51
Total Sites: 52
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 52
No. Grilles on Sites: 52
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The campground will accommodate
any size RV. An RV waste station is available, for a fee, at gas
station located at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes Rd
in Bridgeport, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 10
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Twin Lakes Resort, south
of campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Lower Twin Lake and Upper Twin Lake. Each is
about 320 acres. Lower Twin Lake has a 5mph restriction and a free
boat ramp. Another boat ramp for Lower Twin Lake is available, for a
fee, across from Twin Lakes General Store. A third boat launch is for
Upper Twin Lake and is available, for a fee, at Mono Village Resort, south
end of lake. Except for water skiing being permitted only from 10AM through
3PM, there are no restrictions on Upper Twin Lake.
HIKING
Although there are no trail heads at campground, the following
trails are in the Recreation Area:
Tamarack Lake (foot) - 4 miles
Horse Creek (foot) - 2 miles
Robinson Creek (foot) - 9 miles
FISHING
Robinson Creek - Rainbow trout
Both Upper and Lower Twin Lakes - Kokanee salmon and
Brown and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Crystal Springs
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Minden
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Minden, NV, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and State Route 88,
take Rt. 88 west 15.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at
sign onto Crystal Springs Rd. and go 0.1 miles to campground on
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,240 ft.
The campground, physically located in California close to West Fork
Carson River, is comprised of two overlapping, unnamed loops and a
spur. The loops terrace up the west side of West Carson Canyon
giving each camp site a view of the canyon's barren and rugged
eastern wall. Jeffrey pines and fir dot the hillside and provide
some shade. The campground is the most RV-friendly along the
State Rt. 88/West Carson Canyon corridor.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 23 through September 7 - weather depentent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: Yes, see comments below
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 32'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dolomite
VISIT DATE: 09/15/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/5/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy. (Exit 91) and
US Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 17.9 miles to Lee Canyon/State Rt.
156 signs. Turn left onto Rt. 156 and go 17.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,500 ft.
The campground, one of six in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area and one of three in Lee Canyon, winds up the
north side of Lee Canyon with many sites terraced above a site
below. Just above McWilliams campground, it offers similar
panoramic views of Mummy Mountain - can you see the mummy?
Ponderosa and Lodgepole pine and White fir are scattered
throughout campground. Offering little shade, the campground's
curvy configuration and widely separated camp sites provide fair
privacy. Although the surface is rocky, pitching a tent is not as
challenging as its neighbor, McWilliams campground. Gas and
limited groceries are available in Indian Springs, 13.2 miles north
on US Rt. 95. Nearby Mt. Charleston Lodge has a full menu,
cabins, and fabulous views.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available
at the Flying J gas station in Las Vegas at intersection of I-15
and Cheyenne Ave (Exit 41 west) - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilet located next to site #9.
WATER SPORTS - No
HIKING
Although there is no trail head at campground, the following
are a few of the nearly 60 miles of trails in the Spring Mountains
National Recreation Area:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot) - 0.1 miles
Fletcher Canyon (foot) - 1.6 miles
Mary Jane Falls (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fletcher View
VISIT DATE: 09/15/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/5/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, NV, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy (Exit 91)
and US Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 4.1 miles to Kyle Canyon/State
Rt. 157 signs. Turn left onto Rt. 157 and go 18.4 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, one of six in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area, stretches up Kyle Canyon along a wash beside
State Rt. 157. Most sites have tent pads and either a pedestal
grille or camp stove stand along with usual table and fire ring.
A pleasant mixture of Ponderosa pine, Mountain mahogany, and Gamble
oak provide ample shade. Privacy between camp sites is good.
Fox and deer sightings are possible.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$44 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 11
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15.5' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available
at the Flying J gas station in Las Vegas at intersection of I-15
and Cheyenne Ave (Exit 41 west) - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Potable water may not be available in winter.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
Although there is no trail head at campground, the following are
a few of the 12 trails in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot) - 0.1 miles
Cathedral Rock Trail (foot) - 1.4 miles
Trail Canyon (foot) - 2 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Green Creek
VISIT DATE: 09/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Bridgeport, CA, take US Rt. 395 south 3.8 miles to Green
Creek Rd. sign. Turn right after sign onto Green Creek Rd.
(Forest Rt. 142) and go 3.5 miles to an intersection and Green
Creek sign. Turn right, continuing on Rt. 142, and go 5.4 miles
to campground.
NOTE: Green Creek Rd./Forest Rt. 142 is dirt. After 5 miles it
narrows down to a rocky single-lane road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,500 ft.
The campground is tucked in among Aspen and Lodgepole pine beside
Green Creek. Several camp sites are next to creek while others
are along an ancient wall of boulders. It provides a good base
camp for exploring the nearby lakes and falls. The ground cover
is comprised of tall grass throughout much of campground.
Privacy between camp sites is fair to good. Firewood is
available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 28
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 32'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 3
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Green Creek Trail (foot & horse) - 6 miles
Accesses Hoover Wilderness and Yosemite National
Park.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hilltop
VISIT DATE: 09/15/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/5/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, NV, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy (Exit 91)
and US Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 4.1 miles to Kyle Canyon/State
Rt. 157 signs. Turn left onto Rt. 157 and go 17.6 miles to Lee
Canyon/State Rt. 158 signs. Turn right onto Rt. 158 and go 4.6
miles (up a steep grade) to campground sign. Turn right at sign
and go 0.2 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Service advises no travel trailers over 25 ft. in
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,400 ft.
The campground, one of six in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area, meanders around the top of a hill providing camp
sites with magnificent panoramic views of Spring Mountains, and
in the distance, Sheep Mountains, Mercury Test Site, and lights
of Las Vegas. Mountain mahogany, Ponderosa pine, and juniper
shade camp sites but do not limit the views. Although there is
little ground cover, except rocks, placement of sites does
provide good privacy.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through October 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day - single
$34 per day - double
$47 per day - triple
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 28
Total Sites: 32
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 32
No. Grilles on Sites: 32
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The Forest Service advises "No Trailers
over 25-feet" and the authors concur. An RV waste station is available for
no fee at the Flying J gas station in Las Vegas at intersection of I-15 and
Cheyenne Ave (Exit 41 west).
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The showers are coin operated.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Although there is no trail head at campground, the following
are a few of the nearly 60 miles of trails in the Spring Mountains
National Recreation Area:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot) - 0.1 miles
Fletcher Canyon (foot) - 1.6 miles
Mary Jane Falls (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Honeymoon Flat
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 8 miles to campground sign. Turn
right at sign for campground's first section or go 0.1 miles to
second section on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
This campground is one of five in the Twin Lakes Recreation Area.
While the campground is not on a lake, it is within 2 miles of
Lower Twin Lake's no-charge boat ramp - next to Twin Lakes
campground. Separated by Twin Lakes Rd., the campground has two
sections. The first section is on the west side of Twin Lakes
Rd. and offers camp sites with shade. A number of sites in this
section are along Robinson Creek. The second section has most of
the pull-throughs and more open, sunny sites. Camp sites with
incredible views of Sawtooth Ridge are available in both
sections. Although the campground is the most rustic in the
Recreation Area, it is popular with campers looking for quiet and
solitude. Aspen, Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines provide shade,
while River willow shrubs and wide separation between camp sites
provide good privacy.
Limited groceries and boat rentals are available at both Mono
Village and Twin Lakes Resorts. Mono Village also has a
restaurant and gas. Saturday night campfires (interpretive
programs) are provided at Robinson Creek campground - look at fee
board for information. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 23 through October 31.
NOTE: Campground under construction;
Contract Ranger District office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 32
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 10
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and dirt. The campground
accommodates most any size RV. An RV waste station
is available, for a fee, at gas station located at intersection
of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes Rd in Bridgeport, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 8
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Twin Lakes Resort, south
of campground,
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Lower Twin Lake and Upper Twin Lake. Each is about
320 acres. Lower Twin Lake has a 5mph restriction and a free boat ramp.
Another boat ramp for Lower Twin Lake is available, for a fee, across from
Twin Lakes General Store. A third boat launch is for Upper Twin Lake and is
availabe, for a fee, at Mono Village Resort, south end of lake. Except for water
skiing being permitted only from 10AM through 3PM, there are no restrictions on
Upper Twin Lake.
HIKING
Although there are no trail heads at campground, the following
trails are in the Recreation Area:
Tamarack Lake (foot) - 4 miles
Horse Creek (foot) - 2 miles
Robinson Creek (foot) - 9 miles
FISHING
Robinson Creek - Rainbow trout
Both Upper and Lower Twin Lakes - Kokanee salmon and
Brown and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hope Valley
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Minden
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Minden, NV, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and State Route 88,
take Rt. 88 west 22.3 miles to Blue Lakes Rd. and campground
sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 15 and go 1.5 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,260 ft.
The campground, physically located in California and across
street from West Fork of Carson River, is a collection of small
spurs, with fair turn-arounds, at the edge of Hope Valley. Camp
sites are tucked in among Lodgepole pines. Bear boxes are available
at each campsite. Ample shade is provided by the Lodgepoles with patches
of grass providing some of the ground cover. A few sites have a view of
Hope Valley's huge meadow while others have partial views of surrounding
mountain peaks. Nighthawks hunt the campground for large insects
almost every night. A section of Immigrant Trail runs through
campground - look for it next to site 11. Firewood is available
for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open August 1 through September 5
NOTE: Campground closed for re-construction; contact
Ranger District office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Interior road is tight with rocks
and close-growing trees; recommend walking campground before
committing RV.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in the West Fork of Carson River.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kingston
VISIT DATE: 09/10/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Austin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Austin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Austin, NV, take US Rt. 50 east 11.2 miles to State Rt. 376.
Turn right onto Rt. 376 and go 15.8 miles to "campground" sign.
Turn right at sign and go 5.6 miles to campground sign. Turn
left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Last 2.3 miles is a single-lane, dirt road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,140 ft.
The campground stretches along Kingstone Creek in the shadow of
the 11,474 ft. Bunker Hill in Victorine Canyon. The camp sites
are tucked into thickets of River willows and wild roses giving
each site excellent privacy. While some camp sites are adjacent
to Kingston Creek, others have a small unnamed picturesque stream
running through them. A sunny campground with little overstory
(some Elderberry, Alder and pine) and shade, it offers quiet and
solitude. Bunker Hill was the site of Kingston's first mining
boom. From campground, campers can see evidence of previous
mining. This is a good base camp to explore the Toiyabe Crest
National Recreation Trail, 5 miles west of campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and German Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kit Carson
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Minden
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Minden, NV, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and State Rt. 88,
take Rt. 88 west 18.4 miles to campground sign. Turn right and
go 0.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,060 ft.
The campground, physically located in California, is comprised of
two spurs. The lower spur stretches along the West Fork of
Carson River with widely separated camp sites looking down into
the river. The sites on this spur are tucked in under Lodgepole
and Jeffrey pines and surrounded by grass. Camp sites on the
second spur are in Aspen and reach up a hillside. Sites in
this spur are closer together, and even with Aspen throughout,
have only fair privacy. Traffic noise from State Rt. 88 can be
heard within campground. The nearby Hope Valley Resort is
convenient for a cook's night out. Firewood is available for a
fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through September 7 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 32'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 3
Comments:
Showers available for a fee across street at Hope
Valley Resort.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kyle Canyon
VISIT DATE: 09/16/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/5/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, NV, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy (Exit 91)
and US Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 4.1 miles to Kyle Canyon/State
Rt. 157 signs. Turn left onto Rt. 157 and go 18 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,200 ft.
The campground, one of six in the Spring Mountains National Recreation
Area (NRA), stretches up Kyle Canyon next to a dry wash along State
Rt. 157. The campsites are tucked into Gambel oak, Ponderosa pine and
Mountain mahogany trees. Young oak, Manzanita, and wild roses provide
excellent privacy between sites. The campground is composed of three
unnamed loops and a connecting road. One loop is behind the Forest Service
information board and meanders around on a shady hillside. Another loop
is at far end of the campground and has most of the double sites. The last
loop winds back to the campgrounds mid-section and has pleasantly secluded
camp sites. The road linking the loops has the most sunny and open sites.
Most camp sites have a view of Kyle Canyon's towering northern wall. The
campground also features three stone bridges built from local stone. One is
white, one red and one multi-colored. This is the closest NRA campground to
Las Vegas and traffic noise from State Rt. 157 can be heard throughout.
Nearby Mt. Charleston Lodge has a full menu, cabins, and fabulous views.
Possible day trip: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. There are
"Solar Slab," "Johnny Vegas," "Olive Oil" and many other trails to challenge
rock climbers. Mountain bikers have "Mustang" trail and hikers have a whole
host of choices.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day - single
$34 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available
for no fee at the Flying J gas station in Las Vegas at intersection
of I-15 and Cheyenne Ave (Exit 41 west).
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Although there is no trail head at campground, the following are a
few of the nearly 60 miles of trails in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot) - 0.1 miles
Fletcher Canyon (foot) - 1.6 miles
Mary Jane Falls (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Leavitt Meadow
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, CA, take US Rt. 395 south 12.8 miles to State Rt. 108
sign. Turn right at sign onto Rt.108 (access to Sonora Pass) and
go 7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,300 ft.
The campground is a single loop above West Walker River.
Although campground has Jeffrey pine and juniper trees, Aspen
provide shade and screen for the camp sites. Near the Leavitt
Meadow trail head, campground is a good base camp to explore the
proposed add-on to the established Hoover Wilderness. A good day
trip is a drive across the Sonora Pass. Firewood is available
for a fee. Bear boxes at each campsite.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques,
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through October 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons and interior road are dirt. With a 26 percent
grade on State Rt. 108, NOT a through way (for RVs) to the west
side of Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. However, access to this
campground is okay.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 7
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Leavitte Meadow Trail (foot) -2 miles
West Walker Trail (foot and horse) - 13 miles
Both trails access the proposed additions to Hoover Wilderness.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Markleeville
VISIT DATE: 08/18/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Markleeville
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Markleeville, CA, take State Rt. 89 south/State Route 4 west
0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto dirt and
gravel road and go 0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground stretches along the Markleevile River among
Jeffrey pine and cottonwoods. Grass and sagebrush understory
provide privacy. Bear box are available at each campsite. The nearby
Grover Hot Springs State Park makes a good day trip. One camp site may
be occupied by host. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 23 through September 7 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 3
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Because of interior road,
travel trailers and motor homes limited to 24 ft.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Hot showers are available at Carson River Resort (1.5 miles west
of campground) - fee $2.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading possible in Markleeville River.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: McWilliams
VISIT DATE: 09/15/2002
UPDATE DATE: 3/5/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy. (exit 91) and
US Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 17.9 miles to Lee Canyon/State Rt.
156 signs. Turn left onto Rt. 156 and go 17 miles to campground
sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,600 ft.
The campground, one of six in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area and one of two in Lee Canyon, is composed of two
loops connected by a road reaching up a draw. The first loop, at
campground's entrance, is comprised of all double camp sites.
While good for multiple tents, the parking aprons on this loop
are the shortest in campground. The second loop, at top of
campground, also has mostly short parking aprons. On the other hand,
the road reaching up the draw has the longer parking aprons and
all the pull-throughs. Because the road follows the draw's
contour, the pull-throughs have a challenging downhill slope.
Ponderosa pine, White fir, and other conifers dot the campground
providing some shade but little privacy between camp sites. Most
sites enjoy a view of Mummy Mountain - can you see the mummy?
The camp site's surface is covered with rocks making pitching a
tent at some sites a challenge. Each camp site has a fire ring
and pedestal grille. Gas and limited groceries are available
in Indian Springs, 13.2 miles north on US Rt. 95.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day - single
$34 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 40
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 40
No. Grilles on Sites: 40
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available
at the Flying J gas station in Las Vegas at intersection of I-15
and Cheyenne Ave (Exit 41 west) - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Although there is no trail head at campground, the following are a
few of the nearly 60 miles of trails in the Spring Mountains National
Recreation Area:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot) - 0.1 miles
Fletcher Canyon (foot) - 1.6 miles
Mary Jane Falls (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mt. Rose
VISIT DATE: 08/29/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Reno
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Reno, NV, take US Rt. 395 south to Exit 56 (State Rt. 431 -
Mt. Rose, No. Lake Tahoe to Mt. Rose sign). Take Rt. 431 west
15.6 miles to campground sign on left. Turn left at sign and go
0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,900 ft.
The campground, on the side of Mt. Rose, is composed of one
unnamed loop and two spurs. The turn-around for one spur doubles
as a heliport. The turn-around for the other spur is too tight
for RVs, making its three camp sites tent only. These tent sites
have a pleasant view of a small high mountain meadow. The loop
meanders around a hillside with only a few camp sites having any
kind of view. These sites are tucked in among Lodgepole pine and
between large rocks and boulders; the number of these rocks could
make pitching tents a challenge. Overall, this is a good base
camp to explore nearby Mt. Rose, Tahoe Meadows and other Ophir
Creek trails. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open August 1 through September 5
NOTE: Campground closed for re-construction; contact
ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 8
Comments:
Flush toilets are "airplane " style.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Obsidian
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, CA, take US Rt. 395 south 13.6 miles to a
"campground" sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt. 66 (dirt)
and go 3.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
NOTE: Expect a rough washboard surface when driving Forest Rt.
66.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,800 ft.
Aspen, Aspen and more Aspen. This campground is loaded with that
shimmering Aspen. Three well separated loops stretch up
Molybdenite Creek The campground has a "was-dispersed-not-developed"
campground feel. It is a good base camp for exploring the area's
network of trails (about a mile from Hoover Wilderness). Enjoy
the gorgeous scenery when driving Forest Rt. 66.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 4 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons and interior road are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Molybdenite Creek trail (foot and horse) - 4.4 miles
Provides access to a network of trails in Hoover Wilderness and
these nearby trails:
Emma Lake trail (foot and horse) - 1 mile
Burt Canyone trail (foot and horse) - 6.7 miles
Molybdenite trail (foot and horse) - 7.2 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Old Mill
VISIT DATE: 6/3/2009
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Las Vegas
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Las Vegas, at intersection of Centennial Pkwy (exit 91) and US
Rt. 95, take Rt. 95 north 17.9 miles to Lee Canyon/State Rt. 156
signs. Turn left onto Rt. 156 and go 15.9 miles to Old Mill
sign. Turn right at sign into the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 feet.
A renovated picnic area, this tent-only campground is one of six
in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area and one of three
in Lee Canyon. It has three unnamed sections on the side of a
mountain. There is a 200-foot difference in elevation between
the lowest and highest campsites. Some of the higher sites have
a great view of Mummy Mtn. The campsites are walk-in and
scattered in a pleasant mix of Pinyon pine, Juniper, fir, and
Ponderosa pine. Each has a fire ring and pedestal grill. The
lowest section with limited space for pitching a tent, has
retained its picnic area personality. Campsites in the middle
section have the best views while the upper section has a more
forest wilderness feel to it. The Spring Mountains are an
ecological island between the Mojave and Great Basin deserts. The
isolation, physical diversity, and cooler temperatures support a
unique ecosystem of plants and animals. The campground is a
popular "hide-out from the heat" location.
Possible day trip: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
There are "Solar Slab," "Johnny Vegas," "Olive Oil" and many
other trails to challenge rock climbers. Mountain bikers have
"Mustang" trail and hikers have a whole host of choices.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 74
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 74
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 74
No. Grilles on Sites: 74
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Although there are water spigots, availability of water is
unreliable. Suggest packing some in or call ranger district
office for status.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
There are 51 miles of trails in the Spring Mountains NRA, such
as:
Bristlcone Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 6.1 miles
Desert View (foot only) - 0.1 miles
Bonanza Trail (foot only) - 15.3 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Paha
VISIT DATE: 09/06/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 9.5 miles to campground sign.
Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,380 ft.
This campground is one of five in the Twin Lakes Recreation Area.
While the campground is not on a lake, it is within 0.5 miles of
the Lower Twin Lake's no-charge boat ramp next to Twinlakes
campground. It is comprised of three unnamed loops in Jeffrey
pine with Sagebrush understory. Robinson Creek runs along one
side of campground with several sites located on the creek. The
camp sites are close together providing no privacy.
Limited groceries and boat rentals are available at both Mono
Village and Twin Lakes Resorts. Mono Village also has a
restaurant and gas. Saturday night campfires (interpretive
programs) are provided at Robinson Creek campground - look at fee
board for information. Firewood is available for a fee. A Bear box
is at each campsite.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 7 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 47'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station
is available, for a fee, at gas station located at intersection
of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes Rd in Bridgeport, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Twin Lakes Resort, south
of campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Wading in Robinson Creek is possible.There are two lakes - Lower
Twin Lake and Upper Twin Lake. Each is about 320 acres. Lower Twin
Lake has a 5mph restriction and a free boat ramp. Another boat ramp
for Lower Twin Lake is available, for a fee, across from Twin Lakes General
Store. A third boat launch is for Upper Twin Lake and is available, for a fee,
at Mono Village Resort, south end of lake. Except for water skiing being
permitted only from 10AM through 3PM, there are no restrictions on Upper
Twin Lake.
HIKING
Although there are no trail heads at campground, the following
trails are in the Recreation Area:
Tamarack Lake (foot) - 4 miles
Horse Creek (foot) - 2 miles
Robinson Creek (foot) - 9 miles
FISHING
Robinson Creek - Rainbow trout
Both Upper and Lower Twin Lakes - Kokanee salmon and
Brown and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Creek
VISIT DATE: 09/12/2002
UPDATE DATE: 2/25/2010
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Tonopah
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tonopah
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Tonapah, NV, at intersection of US Rt. 6 and US Rt. 95, take
Rt. 6 east 5.4 miles to State Rt. 376. Turn left onto Rt. 376
north and go 13.3 miles to Belmont sign. Turn right at sign and
go 46.3 miles to Pine Creek sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.9
miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear right and go 2.5 miles on a
rough, dirt road to campground.
NOTE: The last 22.1 miles are gravel and dirt.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
The campground stretches out along Pine Creek with camp sites on
both sides. The sites are tucked in among a pleasant mixture of
Aspen, juniper, Pinon pine, and wild roses. The campground's
interior road goes through Pine Creek over a low-water bridge
crossing. Adjacent to Alta Toquima Wilderness, the campground has
the quiet and solitude of a semi-wilderness. With nearby Pine
Creek Trail providing access to the deeper reaches of the
wilderness, the campground is a good base camp. A very long drive,
but worth it for this campground's solitude, wildlife viewing,
and access to Alta Toquima Wilderness.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and rock.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Pine Creek Trail (foot and horse) - 0.5 miles
Provides access to a network of trails in the Alta
Toquima Wilderness.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Robinson Creek
VISIT DATE: 09/06/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 9.2 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,340 ft.
This campground is one of five in the Twin Lakes Recreation Area.
While the campground is not on a lake, it is within 0.9 miles of
Lower Twin Lake's boat ramp next to Twinlakes campground. It is
mostly open with lots of boulders, surrounded by Robinson Creek
and comprised of four unnamed loops. Seven of the tent sites are
walk-ins. Some sites are on the creek with all having views of
either the surrounding mountains or creek. The understory is
sagebrush. Because of boulders and sagebrush, pitching a tent
could be a challenge. The overstory is Jeffrey, Lodgepole, and
some Aspen. A bear box is at each campsite.
Limited groceries and boat rentals are available at both Mono
Village and Twin Lakes Resorts. Mono Village also has a
restaurant and gas. Saturday night campfires (interpretive
programs) are provided at Robinson Creek campground - look at fee
board for information. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
North side: Open April 23 through October 17
South side: Open May 7 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 9
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 52
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 52
No. Grilles on Sites: 52
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station
is available, for a fee, at gas station located at intersection
of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes Rd in Bridgeport, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 10
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Twin Lakes Resort, south
of campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Lower Twin Lake and Upper Twin Lake. Each
is about 320 acres. Lower Twin Lake has a 5mph restriction and a
free boat ramp. Another boat ramp for Lower Twin Lake is available,
for a fee, across from Twin Lakes General Store. A third boat launch
is for Upper Twin Lake and is available, for a fee, at Mono Village Resort,
south end of lake. Except for water skiing being permitted only from
10AM through 3PM, there are no restrictions on Upper Twin Lake.
HIKING
Although there are no trail heads at campground, the following
trails are in the Recreation Area:
Tamarack Lake (foot) - 4 miles
Horse Creek (foot) - 2 miles
Robinson Creek (foot) - 9 miles
FISHING
Robinson Creek - Rainbow trout
Both Upper and Lower Twin Lakes - Kokanee salmon and
Brown and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Silver Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/18/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Carson
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Markleeville
STRONG>RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Markleeville, CA, take State Rt. 89 south/State Rt. 4 west
4.6 miles to an intersection. Continue straight on State Rt. 4
and go 7.6 miles to campground on either side of road.
Alternate route: From Arnold, CA, take State Rt. 4 east 47.9
miles to campground sign and campground on both sides of road.
NOTE: Alternate route is not recommended for vehicles over 25 ft.
in total length. It becomes a narrow two-lane road with a 24
percent grade and lots of hairpin curves. From Markleeville, 25
ft. recommended restriction does not apply until after the
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground has two sections separated by State Rt. 4. Both
sections are two overlapping loops through a pleasant mixture of
White fir, Aspen, and pine. The section on uphill side of State
Rt. 4 is more heavily wooded while section on the downhill side,
with its more open camp sites, has nice views of surrounding
peaks. Widely separated, privacy between camp sites is good.
Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 11 through September 7 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING Variety of trout in nearby Markleeville Creek.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sonora Bridge
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, CA, take US Rt. 395 south 12.8 miles to State Rt.
108 sign. Turn right at sign onto Rt. 108 (access to Sonora
Pass) and go 1.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and
go 0.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground is composed of two loops meandering across a ridge
dotted with Jeffrey pine, Sagebrush, and juniper. The first campground
heading west on State Rt. 108 to Sonora Pass, most camp sites have
delightful views of surrounding valleys and mountains. A good day trip
is a drive across Sonora Pass. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
The Campground is under construction during 2010 camping season. Some
sites may be available on a first come/first served basis. Contact
the ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50'
Comments:
The interior road and parking aprons are dirt. With a 26 percent
grade on State Rt. 108, this is NOT a through way (for RVs) to the west
side of Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. However, access to this
campground is okay.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 10
Comments:
Potable water not available at time of visit. Host may provide
water; check with ranger district Office for status.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Trumbull Lake
VISIT DATE: 09/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Bridgeport, CA, take US 395 south 12.3 miles to Virginia
Lakes sign. Turn right after sign and go 5.9 miles to campground
on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,980 ft.
The campground, one of two in the Virginia Lakes Recreation Area,
is composed of two unnamed overlapping loops in a stand of
Lodgepole pine with some Aspen growing at the campground's edge.
It is the most developed in the recreation area. The campground
is above Trumbull Lake, one of 10 alpine lakes in the area, but
only a few camp sites have a view of the lake. Several
towering peaks surround the campground, their glacier-carved
cirques and rock slide scars visible to campers. The campground
has numerous rocks which may pose a problem pitching tents.
Across the road from campground is Virginia Lakes Resort offering
hot showers, boat rentals and a cafe‚ serving breakfast and lunch.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open July 7 through October 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day - single
$34 per day - double
$51 per day - triple
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 44
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 44
No. Grilles on Sites: 44
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Close growing trees on narrow
interior road may make maneuvering an RV a challenge.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Showers are available, for a fee, at Virginia Lakes Resort.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Trumbull Lake is 100 acres. Power boats are limited to electric
motors.
HIKING
Virginia Lakes Trail (foot and horse) - 6 miles
Trail is located 0.3 miles from campground and
provides access to Hoover Wilderness and Yosemite
National Park.
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Twinlakes
VISIT DATE: 09/06/2002
UPDATE DATE: 7/5/2011
STATE: California
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Bridgeport
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bridgeport
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bridgeport, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes
Rd., take Twin Lakes Rd. south 9.9 miles to "campgrounds" sign
(South Twin Rd.). Turn left onto South Twin Rd. and go 0.2 miles
to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,380 ft.
The campground, a.k.a. Lower Twin Lakes, is one of five in the Twin
Lakes Recreation Area. It is comprised of two unnamed spurs alongside
Robinson Creek in Lodgepole and Jeffrey pine. While not on a lake,
Lower Twin Lake's no-charge boat ramp is just outside the campground;
it is the closest to a lake within the Recreation Area. Because the
camp sites are located side-by-side, there is no privacy. All
camp sites are located on the creek and tent sites are walk-in.
Limited groceries and boat rentals are available at both Mono
Village and Twin Lakes Resorts. Mono Village also has a
restaurant and gas. Saturday night campfires (interpretive
programs) are provided at Robinson Creek campground - look at fee
board for information. Firewood is available for a fee. A Bear box
is at each campsite.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through October 11
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station
is available, for a fee, at gas station located at intersection
of US Rt. 395 and Twin Lakes Rd in Bridgeport, CA.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Twin Lakes Resort, south
of campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Lower Twin Lake and Upper Twin Lake. Each is
about 320 acres. Lower Twin Lake has a 5mph restriction and a free
boat ramp. Another boat ramp for Lower Twin Lake is available, for a fee,
across from Twin Lakes General Store. A third boat launch is for Upper
Twin Lake and is available, for a fee, at Mono Village Resort, south end
of lake. Except for water skiing being permitted only from 10AM through
3PM, there are no restrictions on Upper Twin Lake.
HIKING
Tamarack Lake (foot) - 4 miles
Other trails in the Recreation Area are:
Horse Creek (foot) - 2 miles
Robinson Creek (foot) - 9 miles
FISHING
Robinson Creek - Rainbow trout
Both Upper and Lower Twin Lakes - Kokanee trout, Salmon, and
Brown and Rainbow trout
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