Horton Creek Campground is 10 miles east of Bishop along the lower slopes of the Eastern Sierra. Campers at Horton Creek appreciate the wide-open space with unobstructed panoramas of the mountains and stunning views of the night sky. Only a short drive away are all the recreation opportunities around South Lake and Sabrina Lake. Hiking trails lead among jagged peaks to spectacular wilderness lakes. Fishing is excellent in the lakes and streams. Rock climbers often use the campground as a base.
Horton Creek Campground is operated by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The campground has 49 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents spread among sage and rocks. Trees are sparse. Although the campground is supposed to have piped water, recent campers report that the spigots are dry. Call the BLM office in Bishop, (760) 872-5000, to confirm the current water status.
| Horton Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Horton Creek Campground Location: | From the North: Take Pine Creek Rd. off Highway 395 north of Bishop. After 1½ miles go left on Round Valley Rd. 2.1 miles to Horton Creek Rd. Follow Horton Creek Rd. less than a mile to the campground.
From the South: Take Sawmill Rd. off 395, then immediately turn right on Round Valley Rd. Follow it 4.1 miles to Horton Creek Rd. |
| Elevation: | 4,880 feet |
| Mileage/ Driving Times: | Bishop - 12 miles
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| Number of Campsites: | 49 |
| Camping Season: | Open early May through October, as weather permits |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Bureau of Land Management, Bishop
(760) 932-5440 |
| Information: | (760) 872-5000 |
| Reservations | |
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| No Reservations | All campsites at Horton Creek Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | None indicated, large rigs okay |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated, but some are accessible |
| Fees: | $8 per night, cash |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-out by 2:00 PM |
| Horton Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, lantern hooks, fire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water (maybe) |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | Yes |
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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.
For those camping at Horton Creek Campground, the greater Bishop area offers a number of popular hiking trails, lakes, and mountains to explore.
Check Bureau of Land Management - Horton Creek Campground for any campground updates.
