East Fork Campground

Inyo National Forest

Rock Creek Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA
Rock Creek Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA

East Fork Campground

Inyo National Forest


East Fork Campground

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East Fork Campground is spread along Rock Creek Road, 6½ miles west of Highway 395 at Tom's Place. Campers at East Fork Campground are only 3 miles from pretty Rock Creek Lake with swimming, fishing, and boating. Rock Creek Lake has a 5 MPH speed limit. A nice day-use area with a beach is located on the southeastern side of the lake.

Several miles farther up the road are popular trails for day hikes into Little Lakes Valley. Nearby are mountain biking trails.

East Fork Campground has 133 campsites around several loops. Some sites are along the creek with good shade; others are more open. Twenty-five sites are designated for tents only. The rest of the campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers and tents. Most of the campsites can be reserved while some are available first-come, first-served.

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East Fork Campground Basics
East Fork Campground Location: Rock Creek Road, 6½ miles west of Highway 395 at Toms Place
Elevation: 9,000 feet
Mileage from major cities: 300 miles north of Los Angeles
182 miles south of Reno.
Number of Campsites: 133
Camping Season: Early May through mid-October
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: Two vehicles or one RV/trailer per site, 2nd vehicle $7 per night
Maximum Length of Stay: 21 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Recreation Resource Management for Inyo National Forest
Information - Inyo NF, Bishop (760) 873-2400

Reservations at East fork Campground
Reservations accepted East Fork Campground reservations are available for camping dates from mid-May to early October. 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: 40 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated, but some facilities are accessible
Fees: $33 per night
Reservations: East Fork Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM

East Fork Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring, bear-proof food storage locker; no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: No
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near East Fork Campground:
  • Stop in at Rock Creek Lake Resort. They have cabin rentals, boat rentals, a store, and a popular cafe.
  • Head 3 miles up the road to Rock Creek Lake for fishing, boating, and swimming. Make use of an unimproved boat launch ramp at the lake.
  • Drive 10 miles down to Crowley Lake, Crowley Lake Fish Camp.
  • Enjoy hiking trails to Little Lakes Valley, Hilton Lakes, and other John Muir Wilderness destinations.
  • Rock Creek Pack Station has trail rides, pack trips and other activities.

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Little Lakes Valley Inyo National Forest, CA

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Map of Campgrounds along Rock Creek in the Inyo National Forest, including Tuff Campground, CA


East Fork Campground, Rock Creek, Inyo National Forest, CA

East Fork Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

- 2023 - 2024 -

  • Best sites are along the creek.
  • Many campsites best for tents; too small for larger RVs.
  • Keep food in lockers; bears are on the prowl.
  • Hosts helpful and friendly.
  • Restrooms very clean.

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Attractions and Activities

All along the beautiful Eastern Sierra ae many scenic and interesting places to explore.
Campers at East Fork Campground are close to Rock Creek Lake and the interesting Little Lakes Valley. Farther away are even more adventures.

  • Stop in for breakfast at nearby Rock Creek Lodge, serving from 8 AM to 10 AM.
  • Find great fishing at Convict Lake, Rock Creek Lake, and Crowley Lake.
  • On your way out, stop in McGee Creek Lodge for baked goodies, breakfast, or lunch.
  • Visit McGee Creek Pack Station for trail rides or fishing pack trips.
  • Enjoy a day at Rock Creek Lake's beach area for swimming.
  • Hike up Big Pine Creek past waterfalls to actor Lon Chaney's wilderness cabin and Big Pine Lakes.
  • Fish for trout in popular Bishop Creek or nearby Lake Sabrina and South Lake.
  • 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.

Key East Fork Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings. Collect only down and dead wood.
  2. Keep bears away by securing your food and scented items in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Quiet Hours are observed from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  4. Generators may not be operated during quiet hours. Beyond that, there is a three-hour maximum run time. Generators must be attended while running.
  5. Dogs must be on leash and attended at all times. No more than 2 pets are allowed per campsite.

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