Cattleguard Campground
The campground operates seasonally, typically late May through mid-October depending on weather and snow conditions. First-come, first-served only; no reservations accepted. Campers must bring their own water.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 31 at 11:33AM PDT until November 1 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Reno NV
* CHANGES...Updated snow totals along the higher peaks. * WHAT...Snow above 8000 ft. Snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches with up to 12 inches along the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of up to 2 inches possible down to 7500 ft. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph along Sierra ridgetops. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall expected late Saturday night.
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.…
Temporary Closure of Rock Creek Road
The Inyo National Forest will be closing the Rock Creek Road from the Rock Creek Pack Station to the Mosquito Flat Trailhead from October 19 – 23. The purpose of the closure is to conduct road maintenance to improve public safety. During the closure, there will be no vehicular access to Mosquito…
About
Cattleguard Campground sits in the eastern Sierra Nevada along Highway 120, the Tioga Pass route connecting the Owens Valley to Yosemite National Park. The campground's 11 sites are nestled among pines and offer views of the surrounding mountains. This is a primitive, no-reservation campground that fills on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, fire rings at each site, and picnic tables. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Sites can accommodate vehicles up to 30 feet in length, but there are no hookups. The campground serves as a practical base for exploring Mono Lake, hiking in the surrounding Inyo National Forest, and accessing Yosemite via Tioga Pass when the road is open. The area typically experiences a short camping season due to elevation, with conditions best from late May through October. Temperatures range from 60-80°F during summer days and drop to 30-50°F at night. Early season visitors should be prepared for variable weather and possible lingering snow.
Directions
From the junction of Highway 395 and Highway 120 in Lee Vining, turn west onto Highway 120 and proceed approximately 3 miles. The campground entrance is on the left side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 647-3044 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Inyo NF Camping & Cabins | |
| Mono Lake Ranger Station |
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