Lower Lee Vining Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter. The campground typically opens in May and closes in late October or early November depending on snow 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.
Reds Meadow Road Closure Order
This Forest Closure Order prohibits being on the entirety of Reds Meadow Road to provide public safety during the 2025 reconstruction season.
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.
Inn Fire Closure Order
This Forest Closure Order prohibits entrance into the Inn Fire Area Closure to protect public health and safety from environmental hazards, wildfire, and wildfire suppression operations.
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
Lower Lee Vining Campground is a popular first-come, first-served campground located at 7,300 feet elevation in Inyo National Forest along Lee Vining Creek. Situated on scenic Highway 120 approximately two miles west of Highway 395, the campground serves as an excellent base for exploring Yosemite National Park's eastern entrance, just ten minutes away. The campground offers 51 sites nestled among aspen and pine trees, providing a peaceful setting with the sounds of the creek nearby. This is a primitive campground without drinking water, so visitors must bring adequate water supplies for their stay. Vault toilets serve the campground. Each site is equipped with a bear locker (48" x 30" x 36"), picnic table, and fire pit. Due to active bear activity in the area, use of bear boxes is mandatory for all food storage. Sites can accommodate vehicles up to approximately 30 feet and allow a maximum of 6 people and 2 vehicles per site. A 14-day stay limit applies. The campground's location along the Tioga Pass corridor makes it a convenient alternative when Yosemite campgrounds are full. Nearby attractions include Mono Lake, the Mono Basin Scenic Area, and access to high-country hiking and fishing. The campground operates seasonally, typically from May through late October or early November, depending on snow conditions and Highway 120 access.
Directions
From Highway 395 in Lee Vining, turn west on Highway 120 (Tioga Pass Road) and continue for approximately 2 miles. The campground entrance is on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 647-3044 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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