Pleasant Valley Pit Campground
Open year-round on a first-come-first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Seasonal fire restrictions may prohibit campfires during high fire danger periods.
About
Pleasant Valley Pit Campground sits in a former gravel quarry near the Pleasant Valley Reservoir, about 8.5 miles north of Bishop in Inyo County. The campground offers 75 RV and tent sites on a first-come-first-served basis for $5 per night. Each site includes a fire pit, picnic table, and lantern holder. The area is popular with rock climbers due to its proximity to the Happy and Sad Boulders. This is primitive camping with no potable water, hookups, dump station, or showers. Campers should bring all water supplies and plan to access services in Bishop, located 12 miles to the south. The maximum recommended RV length is 30 feet. Vault toilets are available on site. Campfires are permitted in established fire rings without a California Campfire Permit, though seasonal fire restrictions may apply during high fire danger periods. The stay limit is 14 consecutive days at this campground, with a maximum of 28 days per calendar year across all Bishop Field Office campgrounds without written permission from the Field Office Manager.
Directions
Travel 8.5 miles north on US Highway 395 from Bishop, turn right on Pleasant Valley Dam Road, go 0.5 miles and turn left following signs to the campground.
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 | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 872-5000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| BLM Pleasant Valley Pit Campground |
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