Big Bend Campground
The campground is seasonally closed during winter. Opening date varies annually based on snowpack conditions, typically late spring to early summer. Once open, the campground operates first-come, first-served through fall until snow forces closure.
Red Flag Warning issued September 6 at 10:40AM PDT until September 6 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity, which is in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 274 Southern Mono County, Fire Weather Zone 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, Fire Weather Zone 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * Winds...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * Humidity...As low as 8 percent. * Duration...4 to 6 hours. * Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Lake Wind Advisory issued September 6 at 1:25AM PDT until September 6 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Wave heights up to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties, Mono County, Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, and Western Nevada Basin and Range including: Lake Tahoe, Pyramid Lake, Eagle Lake, Honey Lake, Lake Davis, Frenchman Lake, Stampede, Boca, and Prosser Creek Reservoirs, Donner Lake, Fallen Leaf Lake, Washoe Lake, Lahontan Reservoir, Topaz Lake, Walker Lake, Bridgeport Reservoir, Mono Lake, and Lake Crowley. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Big Bend Campground offers a scenic creekside setting in the Inyo National Forest at 7,800 feet elevation, nestled along Lee Vining Creek. The 17 campsites provide convenient access to Yosemite National Park via the Tuolumne Meadows entrance on Highway 120, making it a popular staging area for exploring the high country without competing for limited in-park camping. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit. Each site includes a bear-proof food storage locker (48" x 30" x 36"), which is mandatory to use in this active bear area. Drinking water is available from a hand pump, and vault toilets serve the campground. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet in length. Quiet hours run from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The surrounding forest provides opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The campground's elevation means cooler temperatures even in summer, and visitors should come prepared for variable mountain weather.
Directions
From US 395 at Lee Vining, head west on CA 120 toward Yosemite and turn onto Poole Power Plant Road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 873-2400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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