Tioga Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Tioga Pass Road closed November 25, 2024. The pass and campground typically reopen in late May or June 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
Tioga Lake Campground occupies a spectacular high alpine location at 9,700 feet elevation on the shores of Tioga Lake in Inyo National Forest. With only 13 campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis, this intimate campground fills quickly during the summer season. The campground sits just east of Yosemite National Park's Tioga Pass entrance, providing easy access to Tuolumne Meadows and the high country. This is active bear country, and proper food storage in the provided bear boxes is mandatory. Bear boxes measure 48 inches by 30 inches by 36 inches. The campground accommodates small RVs and short trailers only, with no hookup facilities available. Drinking water is accessible via hand pump, and vault toilets serve the campground. The location along Highway 120 (Tioga Pass Road) provides convenient access but comes with some road noise. The high elevation and alpine setting offer stunning mountain views and access to hiking, fishing, and rock climbing opportunities. Quiet hours run from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The campground operates seasonally, dependent on snow conditions and Tioga Pass Road access.
Directions
From US 395 at Lee Vining, head west on Highway 120 (Tioga Pass Road). The campground is located on the north side of the highway along Tioga Lake, approximately 11 miles west of Lee Vining.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 647-3044 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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