Upper Pine Grove Campground
Closed for the winter. Projected to open around May 22, 2026, weather and snowpack permitting. All sites are first-come, first-served with self-registration. Road construction on Rock Creek Road may cause delays up to 30 minutes.
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
ESCCRP PANORAMA PROJECT AREA CLOSURE
To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Panorama portion of the ESCCRP project.
About
Upper Pine Grove Campground sits at 9,400 feet in the Rock Creek drainage of Inyo National Forest, approximately 8 miles west of Tom's Place off Highway 395. The campground offers 9 sites tucked among mature Jeffrey pines along Rock Creek, providing a classic Eastern Sierra camping experience with easy access to excellent trout fishing and hiking. Amenities are basic but sufficient: vault toilets, potable water via hand pump, picnic tables, and bear boxes (mandatory use, typical size 48" x 30" x 36"). Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis with self-registration at the campground. The 14-day stay limit and 10 PM to 6 AM quiet hours are standard. The campground's limited parking and tight access make it unsuitable for large motorhomes or trailers. Some sites are flat for easier accessibility. Dogs are allowed but must remain leashed. Rock Creek Road may have construction delays, so allow extra time when traveling to the campground.
Directions
From Bishop take US Hwy 395 north to Tom's Place. Or from Mammoth Lakes go south on 395 to Tom's Place. Turn west on Rock Creek Lake Road and go approximately 8 miles to the campground on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 873-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Upper Pine Grove Campground | |
| Inyo NF Camping & Cabins |
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