North Lake Campground

Inyo National Forest

North Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA
North Lake, Inyo National Forest, CA

North Lake Campground

Inyo National Forest


North Lake Campground

North Lake Campground sits at the end of North Lake Road, which leads off Lake Sabrina Road less than a mile east of Lake Sabrina. Visitors to the campground find good fishing at 13-acre North Lake. With no motors allowed on the lake, anglers often use float tubes or small hand-launched row boats.

The campground is right on the trailhead for paths leading up to Lamarck Lake and Piute Lake. Bishop Pack Outfitters pack station is between the campground and North Lake. They offer trail rides and pack trips into the wilderness.

North Lake Campground has 11 first-come, first-served campsites among the trees. RVs and trailers are not allowed on the partially unpaved and narrow North Lake Road, so tent camping is the order of the day. Some of the nicest campsites require a short walk from the parking area. The maximum stay at the campground is 7 days.

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North Lake Campground Basics
North Lake Campground Location: North Lake Road, 2 miles off Lake Sabrina Road/Highway 168 and 18 miles west of Bishop
Elevation: 9,350 feet
Mileage from major cities: 287 miles north of Los Angeles
218 miles south of Reno.
Number of Campsites: 11
Camping Season: Early June through September, weather permitting
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 vehicles, 2nd vehicle $7 per night
Parking spaces are small
Maximum Length of Stay: 7 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Recreation Resource Management for Inyo National Forest
Information - Inyo NF, Bishop (760) 873-2400

Reservations
No Reservations North Lake Campground campsites at North Lake Campground are all first-come, first-served.
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated
Fees: $31 per night
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 1:00 PM

North Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring, bear-proof food storage locker; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, drinking water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near North Lake Campground:
  • Visit North Lake for fishing and non-motorized boating.
  • Explore hiking trails into the John Muir Wilderness.
  • Go on trail rides and wilderness trips with Bishop Pack Outfitters.
  • Drive 3 miles 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.
  • Take hiking trails into the Sabrina Basin.

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General Camping Information

Obtain 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.


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Reviews from Previous Campers

- 2022 - 2024 -

  • Great place to enjoy fall color.
  • Nice shade in the walk-in campsites.
  • More secluded campsites than other area campgrounds.
  • Even when hot in Bishop, it's cold at night at the campground.

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Attractions and Activities

Wonderful places for camping, fishing, and hiking can be found all over the Eastern Sierra. Those staying at North Lake Campground have the wilderness to explore and nearby Lake Sabrina to fish.

  • Enjoy interesting hiking trails leading into the Sierra Nevada.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 North Lake Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings. Collect only down and dead firewood.
  2. To avoid bear problems, store food and scented items in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Quiet Hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  4. RVs and trailers are not allowed in the campground.
  5. Dogs must be always kept on leash and always attended. No more than 2 pets are allowed per campsite.

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