Moraine Campground
Closed — Closed for winter due to Highway 120 seasonal closure. Highway 120 typically reopens in late May or early June depending on snow 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.
About
Moraine Campground is an overflow campground operated by the Inyo National Forest in the Mono Basin Scenic Area, situated along Highway 120 approximately 2.5 miles west of its junction with Highway 395 near Lee Vining. The campground features 25 rustic sites with vault toilets and bear boxes, but no potable water or electrical hookups. Located in an active bear area, all food and scented items must be stored in the provided bear boxes. The campground sits at high elevation in a shaded, forested setting with Lee Vining Creek nearby. Access and operation are subject to the seasonal closure of Highway 120 (Tioga Pass), which typically closes in November and reopens in late May or early June depending on snow conditions. Sites are $28 per night with a $9 additional vehicle fee.
Directions
From Highway 395 near Lee Vining, take Highway 120 west for approximately 2.5 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 647-3044 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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