East Fork Campground
Closed — Closed for the season due to winter weather. The campground typically operates seasonally with opening and closing dates dependent on snow and weather conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 8 at 11:44AM PST until February 11 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches along and just west of Highway 395 from June Lake to Mammoth Lakes. Above 8000 feet, 6 to 12 inches with up to 18 inches along the Sierra crest. Along Highway 395 near Bridgeport and Lee Vining, up to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph, with gusts reaching 75 mph along the Sierra crest. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From 10 PM Monday to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes, as well as the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
ESCCRP PANORAMA PROJECT AREA CLOSURE
To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Panorama Project.
PACK FIRE AREA CLOSURE
The Pack Fire boundary near McGee Creek area remains closed for public safety.
Monache Meadows Area Seasonal Road Closure
To provide for public safety and protection of natural resources during snowy and muddy conditions.
Stay Limits, Parking, and Developed Recreation Site Use
This forest order was put in place to protect natural resources and promote public safety.
Reds Meadow Road Reconstruction Project
www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/projects/reds-meadow-road-reconstruction
Wilderness Use Restrictions
This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the portions of the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Hoover, and Golden Trout Wildernesses located in the Inyo National Forest.
Mount Whitney Zone Access Restrictions
This forest order prohibits recreating in the Mount Whitney Zone to provide for public safety and protect natural resources.
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown on the Exhibits.
Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Campfire Restrictions
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown in the Exhibits.
ESCCRP Project Area Closure
This forest order prohibits access to roads affected by the ESCRRP project to provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work surrounding the Town of Mammoth Lakes and beyond.
Hot Creek Closure Order
This Forest Order prohibits recreating in Hot Creek within the Mammoth Ranger District.
Goat Prohibition Order
This Forest Order prohibits possessing or storing a goat within the Inyo National Forest Goat Prohibition Area.
Mammoth Mill Site Area and Trail Closure
This Forest Order prohibits recreating, entering or being in the Mammoth Mill Site Closure Area and the Mammoth Stamp Mill Trail.
B&B Mine Closure Order
This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the B&B Mine and Mill Site Closure Area.
Food and Refuse Storage Restrictions
This Forest Order prohibits food and refuse in locations in Exhibits A and C-J, unless stored in a bear-resistant container.
About
East Fork Campground is one of the largest campgrounds in Rock Creek Canyon, offering 133 campsites in a beautifully wooded setting along Rock Creek in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Sitting at an elevation of 9,000 feet, the campground is dense with pine and fir trees, with aspens that turn golden in fall. Many sites are situated under tall trees, and some are directly along the cascading creek, which originates in the John Muir Wilderness. The area is renowned for exceptional trout fishing, with Rock Creek offering brook, brown, rainbow, and stocked Alpers trout. Anglers venturing into the backcountry can also find populations of golden trout. The surrounding terrain provides challenging trails for hikers and mountain bikers, with several routes meandering around high-elevation alpine lakes and offering views of the taller mountain peaks that surround the canyon. This is an active bear area, and all food must be secured in the provided bear boxes overnight and when unattended. While some sites accommodate RVs up to 35 feet, many campsites are better suited for tents due to size constraints. The campground offers a mix of reservable and first-come, first-served sites and is typically open seasonally depending on weather conditions.
Directions
From Mammoth Lakes, go south on US 395 for approximately 13 miles. Take the Tom's Place exit and follow Rock Creek Road for about 5 miles. The campground will be on the left. From Bishop, go north on US 395 for about 30 miles, then take the Tom's Place exit and follow Rock Creek Road for about 5 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 38ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 38ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 873-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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