Leavitt Meadows Campground

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Leavitt Meadow, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California
Leavitt Meadow, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California

Leavitt Meadows Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest


Leavitt Meadows Campground

Leavitt Meadows Campground is beside the West Walker River in beautiful Leavitt Meadow. Two-mile long Leavitt Meadow is in the Eastern Sierra at the foot of Sonora Pass, 24 miles west of Bridgeport. Many visitors to the area enjoy fishing in the river and hiking into the adjacent Hoover Wilderness. Sparkling mountain lakes and cascading streams are within reach of day hikers. A bridge spans the West Walker River providing access to the main trails into the wilderness.

Leavitt Meadows Campground offers 16 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Some of the sites are along the river. Jeffrey Pines provide partial shade for many of the campsites; others are more exposed.

History Note: Leavitt Meadow was named after Hiram Leavitt who opened a hostelry there in the 1860s.

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Leavitt Meadows Campground Basics
Leavitt Meadows Campground Location: Highway 108, 17 miles west from Highway 395
Elevation: 7,130 feet
Miles from gateway city: Sonora - 73 miles
Carson City - 71 miles
Camping Season: Open May through mid-October, depending on weather
Number of Sites: 16
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Max. Vehicles per Site: 2, $6 fee per night for un-towed 2nd vehicle
Maximum Length of Stay: 14 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Bridgeport Ranger District: (760) 932-7070

Reservations
No Reservations All the campsites at Leavitt Meadows Campground are first-come, first-served.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 35 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: Some sites are accessible.
Fees: $20 per night
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM

Leavitt Meadows Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring with grills, food storage boxes
Campground: Vault toilets, piped water
Showers: No
Dump Station: No
Attractions near Leavitt Meadows Campground: Fish along the West Walker River. Hike to nearby Secret Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and Lane Lake. Take a trail ride with Leavitt Meadows Pack Station. One of their trail rides will take you to a waterfall on the West Walker River. For more about recreation around Sonora Pass see Sonora Pass Vacations.

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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Attractions

Campers at the Leavitt Meadows Campground in the Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest on the east side of Sonora Pass find many great places to explore.

  • Fish the West Walker River, Poore Lake, Secret Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and Lane Lake.
  • Hike up the trail into the Hoover Wilderness.
  • Take a trail ride or arrange an overnight packtrip with Leavitt Meadows Pack Station. They know all the best places to camp in the Hoover Wilderness.
  • Follow the emigrant trail up through Pickel Meadow and across into Leavitt Meadow.
  • Drive a few miles up the pass to a turnout to a viewpoint for Leavitt Falls.
  • Mountain bike along a network of logging roads
  • Take your 4-wheel drive vehicle up the road to Leavitt Lake.
  • Drive down to the scenic Bridgeport Valley. Visit Twin Lakes.
  • Make a scenic drive up over Sonora Pass to Kennedy Meadows.

Key Leavitt Meadows Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings.
  2. To avoid problems with bears. please store all foods, soap, and garbage in bear boxes.
  3. Keep dogs on leash at all times.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

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