Big Pine Canyon Group Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Reservations required via Recreation.gov. Located adjacent to Upper Sage Flat family campground, so loud events are not appropriate. Fire restrictions may be imposed during hot, dry weather. Quiet hours 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
National Forest System Roads
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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.…
ESCCRP PANORAMA PROJECT AREA CLOSURE
To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Panorama portion of the ESCCRP project.
About
Big Pine Canyon Group Campground consists of two group sites along Big Pine Creek in Inyo National Forest. Clyde Glacier Group Site accommodates up to 25 guests with parking for two 35-foot and six 20-foot vehicles. Palisade Glacier Group Site is tent-only and also fits 25 guests. Both sites have vault toilets, potable water from a hand pump, and bear boxes which are mandatory in this active bear area. The campground sits at 7,600 feet elevation and serves as a staging area for exploring the glaciers of the Palisade Crest. The North Fork Trail climbs past waterfalls through Jeffrey pine, manzanita, and sage to reach Big Pine Lakes with views of Palisade Glacier, the largest glacier in the Sierra Nevada. The South Fork Trail leads to lakes fed by Norman Clyde and Middle Palisade glaciers, the southernmost glaciers in the range. Fishing in the creek and nearby lakes is popular, and the steep canyon walls provide climbing opportunities. Equestrian facilities are available for campers with horses. A nearby resort offers pay showers and a general store.
Directions
From Highway 395 in Big Pine, California, turn west on Crocker Street and continue 8-9 miles. The group campground is on the left just above Upper Sage Flat Campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 935-4339 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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