Big Pine Creek Campground is at the head of Glacier Lodge Road and adjacent to Glacier Lodge. Although a 1998 fire destroyed the main lodge, cabins are available for rent and a store is open. Anglers try their luck in Big Pine Creek with good success. Trails lead up to the spectacular Big Pine Lakes, including Lake #2 and the jagged spires of Temple Crag. Soaring peaks around the Palisades attract mountaineers.
Big Pine Creek Campground has 30 campsites. Most of the sites can be reserved ahead of time, while 5 are set aside for first-come, first-served campers. Four sites are designated as tents-only. The rest of the campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. The maximum length of stay at the campground is 14 days. As of the 2023 season, no drinking water was available.
| Big Pine Creek Campground Basics | |
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| Big Pine Creek Campground Location: | Glacier Lodge Road, 11 miles west of the town of Big Pine on Highway 395 |
| Elevation: | 7,600 feet |
| Mileage from major cities: | 302 miles north of Los Angeles 175 miles south of Reno. |
| Number of Campsites: | 30 |
| Camping Season: | Late April through October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | One RV or two vehicles, 2nd vehicle $7 per night |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Recreation Resource Management for Inyo National Forest |
| Information - Inyo NF, Bishop | (760) 873-2400 |
| Reservations for Big Pine Creek Campground | |
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| Reservations available | Reservations are available for camping dates from late May through mid-September. At other times when the campground is open sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 22 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated, but some sites are accessible |
| Fees: | $26 per night |
| Reservations: | Big Pine Creek Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Big Pine Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, bear-proof food storage locker; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, drinking water not availble |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
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| More Information: | For information about backpacking in the area, Lon Chaney's cabin, and artist Robert Clunie, see High Sierra Trails - Big Pine Lakes |
Big Pine Creek Campground
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the reservation site when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite. Purchase firewood locally to avoid spreading pests.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Big Pine Creek Campground
All along the Eastern Sierra are wonderful places to explore for camping, fishing, and hiking. Campers at Big Pine Creek Campground, are right at the trailhead for Big Pine Lakes.
Check Inyo National Forest - Big Pine Creek Campground for any campground updates.
