Mt. Whitney Region

Grays Meadows Campground is situated along Independence Creek in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Its location on the creek and proximity to the rugged John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, spring skiers, and snowboarders.

Opening and closing dates may be dependent on weather conditions.

Lone Pine Campground is located near the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States, offering unparalleled views of the mountain and surrounding peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Whitney Portal National Recreation Trail begins at west end of the campground. Other popular activities near the campground include hiking, exploring the Alabama Hills movie history, and fishing nearby streams. An abundance of fishing and hiking opportunities can be found both in and around Lone Pine.

Whitney Portal Campground is in a prime location within the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - at the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States. With hiking trails to Mt. Whitney and the John Muir Wilderness less than a mile away, the campground is a popular home base for hikers, as well as family, RV, and tent campers who wish to explore the area's activities and enjoy unparalleled scenery. The facility is situated in a thick pine forest at an elevation of 8,000 ft. Campers can see striking views of the rugged granite peaks surrounding it. The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds. This campground is especially prone to bear activity.

Mt. Whitney Trailhead Campground is located near the overflow and hiker parking lots at Whitney Portal, 13 miles west of the town of Lone Pine. Mt. Whitney trailhead parking is adjacent to the upper campsites; additional ravine campsites are below the overflow parking lot. The camp is intended for those who are setting out into the wilderness the following day. Whitney Portal is the trailhead for hiking to the summit of Mt. Whitney and is the southern terminus of the John Muir Trail. The hike to the summit of 14,505-foot Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in California, requires a permit and careful preparation.

This quiet campground is set amidst breathtaking scenery of rugged mountain peaks, thick forests, and waterfalls in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Its location on the creek and proximity to the John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, photographers, and those who want to relax in a peaceful, natural setting.

Located in the "Ravine" on the east side of the overflow parking lot at Whitney Portal, all campsites are walk-in. Camping is not allowed in the parking lot. Sites have flat tent pads and bear proof food lockers. Restrooms are located at the parking lot. No water. One night stay limit.