Diaz Lake Campground is on the shore of 80-acre Diaz Lake along Highway 395, three miles south of Lone Pine. Diaz Lake is popular for summer waterskiing, boating, and swimming. Motorized boats are permitted on the lake from mid-May through October. At other times kayaks, canoes, and other non-motorized watercraft are still allowed. Year-year fishing is good for Alpers trout and bass. The lake features an ADA fishing dock.
Diaz Lake Campground has 100 lakeside campsites, some of which have water hook-ups. Many spaces can accommodate large RVs. Some campsites have shade. Diaz Lake also have a group camping sites which can accomodate up to 15 people. Campsites have beautiful views of the Sierra to the west.
Note: All watercraft are subject to quagga mussel inspection prior to launch. Watercraft larger than 22 feet are not permitted in the lake.
| Diaz Lake Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Diaz Lake Campground Location: | Off Highway 395, three miles south of Lone Pine |
| Elevation: | 3,675 feet |
| Mileage from major cities: | 58 miles south of Bishop 209 miles north of Los Angeles 262 miles south of Reno |
| Number of Campsites: | 100 |
| Open - Closed: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 people at standard sites |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles, fee for 3nd vehicle |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 15 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Inyo County Parks and Recreation |
| Information: | (760) 873-5564 |
| Reservations for Diaz Lake Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Reservatiions are available year-round. |
| Reservation Window | Reservatiions can be made from 1 day up to 9 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | No limit |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | All campsites are accessible along with most facilities |
| Fees: | $14 - $35 per night per campsite
$10 per day for motorized boat |
| Reservations: | Diaz Lake Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in 1:00 PM Check-out 10:00 AM |
| Diaz Lake Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, some sites with water hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, vault toilets, tap water (March 1 to October 31) |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
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Diaz Lake Campground
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. 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.
Diaz Lake Campground
South of Mammoth Lakes are a number of wonderful camping areas along the Eastern Sierra. Among them are Convict Lake, Rock Creek, Sabrina Lake, South Lake, and Big Pine. Diaz Lake Campground makes a good base from which to explore many of these places.
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