Millpond Campground
Inyo County Parks

Millpond Park, Inyo County Parks, CA
Millpond Park, Inyo County Parks, CA

Millpond Campground
Inyo County Parks


Millpond Campground

Millpond Campground is adjacent to Millpond County Park, 6 miles northwest of Bishop. The campground is operated by Brown's Campgrounds, a concessionaire for Inyo County Parks. Visitors to the campground find many activities at the adjacent park. The Millpond is popular for swimming, fishing, sailing canoeing, and kayaking. No power boats are allowed on the lake. Included at the park are softball fields, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, and a playground.

Millpond Campground has 72 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Nineteen of the sites have partial hook-ups. McGee Creek runs through the campground and trees offer plenty of shade.

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Millpond Campground Basics
Millpond Campground Location: South on Ed Powers Road off Highway 395 six miles northwest of Bishop. Then turn west on Sawmill Road to the Millpond Park entrance.
Elevation: 4,100 feet
Mileage from major cities: 267 miles north of Los Angeles
205 miles south of Reno
Number of Campsites: 72
Camping Season: March through October
Max. People per Site: 4 included in posted price, up to 7 maximum with added fee per person
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicle, 2nd vehicle $5
Maximum Length of Stay: 15 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Brown's Campgrounds, a concessionaire for Inyo County Parks and Recreation
Information: (760) 873-5342

Reservations at Millpond Campground
Reservations available Reservations contact: campmillpond@aol.com
First-come, first-served campsites at Millpond Campground are usually available.
Maximum RV/Trailer Length: No limit
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: Accessible sites and facilities
Fees: $30 per night for standard sites
$35 for electric (30 amp) and water hook-up sites
Check-in, check-out: Check-in 1:00 PM
Check-out 10:00 AM

Millpond Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring, some sites with partial hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, concession stand
Showers: Yes, token operated
Dump station: No
Attractions near Millpond Campground:
  • Enjoy Millpond Park.
  • Attend the Millpond Music Festival,
    usually held in September.
  • Take to OHV routes nearby to south and west.
  • Visit Bishop and the Owens River.
  • Try bouldering (rock climbing) at Buttermilks.
  • Drive up to Lake Sabrina for fishing and boating.
  • Lake Sabrina Landing has boat rentals, free launch ramp, tackle and bait, snacks and drinks, and a cafe.
  • Set out on hiking trails into the Sabrina Basin.
  • Try trail rides and wilderness trips with Bishop Pack Outfitters.

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Millpond Campground, Inyo County, CA

Millpond Campground




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.




Millpond County Park, Inyo County, CA

Millpond Park

Southern Eastern Sierra
Attractions and Activities

Many exciting places attract visitors to the Eastern Sierra. Campers at Millpond Campground are close to Bishop Creek and Lake Sabrina. Other great destinations are 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 Millpond Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in fire rings
  2. Quiet Hours: are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
  3. Dogs must be on leash and attended at all times.

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