Table Mountain Group Campground
Inyo National Forest

South Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA
South Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA


Table Mountain Group Campground
Inyo National Forest


Table Mountain Group Campground

Table Mountain Group Campground is 4 miles up South Lake Road from its junction with Highway 168 in the Inyo National Forest. The walk-in, tents-only campground is a scenic and secluded spot for groups to gather next to gently flowing South Fork Bishop Creek.

The campground serves as a convenient base for trips up to beautiful South Lake. Fishing and slow-speed boating are popular there. The lake has a 5 MPH speed limit. Hikers often set out on day trips from South Lake to explore the many wonderful lakes and peaks in the area.

Table Mountain Group Campground has a single site for groups up to 25 people and 6 vehicles. No overnight camping is allowed in the parking lot. The campground has no potable water. The maximum stay at the campground is 7 days.

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Campground Basics
Table Mountain Group Campground Location: Off South Lake Road 4 miles from Highway 168 and 21 miles west of Bishop
Elevation: 8,840 feet
Mileage from major cities: 286 miles north of Los Angeles
217 miles south of Reno.
Number of Campsites: 1
Camping Season: Late May through mid-September, depending on weather
Max. People per Site: 25
Vehicles per Site: 6
Maximum Length of Stay: 7 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Recreation Resource Management for Inyo National Forest
Information: White Mountain Visitor Center (760) 873-2500

Reservations at Table Mountain Group Campground
Reservations Required Resevations for Table Mountain Group Campground are required whenever campground is open.
Booking Window: Reservations taken from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival.
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated
Fees: $90 per night
Reservations: Table Mountain Group Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM

Table Mountain Group Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic tables, fire rings, bear-proof food storage lockers; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, no potable water
Showers: No
Dump station: Available at nearby Four Jeffrey Campground
Attractions near Table Mountain Group Campground:

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Table Mountain Group Campground,  Inyo National Forest, CA

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Map of Campgrounds along Bishop Creek in the Inyo National Forest, including Big Trees Campground, CA


Table Mountain Group Campground,  Inyo National Forest, CA

Table Mountain Group Campground

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Attractions and Activities

Wonderful places for camping, fishing, and hiking can be found all over the Eastern Sierra. Groups staying at Table Mountain Group Campground are close to South Lake and Lake Sabrina. Many other wonderful destinations are found nearby.

  • Fish for trout in popular Bishop Creek or nearby Lake Sabrina and South Lake.
  • Hike up Big Pine Creek past waterfalls to actor Lon Chaney's wilderness cabin and Big Pine Lakes.
  • Find excellent fishing at Convict Lake, Rock Creek Lake, and Lake Crowley.
  • Enjoy interesting hiking trails leading into the Sierra Nevada.
  • Head to the Rock Creek area for challenging mountain biking trails.
  • Go on a trail ride with Rock Creek Pack Station or near Lake Sabrina and North Lake see Bishop Pack Outfitters.
  • Find great fishing at Convict Lake, Rock Creek Lake, and Lake Crowley.
  • Spend days fishing and hiking among the beautiful Mammoth Lakes.
  • Take a day hike up the trail into Little Lakes Valley at Rock Creek.
  • Enjoy a day at Rock Creek Lake's beach area for swimming.

Key Table Mountain Group Campground Regulations

  1. To avoid bear problems, store food and scented items in bear-proof lockers.
  2. Quiet Hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  3. RVs and trailers are not allowed in the campground.
  4. Dogs must be always kept on leash and always attended. No more than 2 pets are allowed per campsite.
  5. Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings. Collect only down and dead firewood.

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General Camping Information

Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Purchase firewood locally to avoid spreading pests.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.