Birds Of PassageBirds Of PassageHome › Camping › California › Inyo National Forest
Paid or permit campsite
Campground · USDA Forest Service · Inyo National Forest Fees: $32.00 per night Status: closed Reservations: Reserve online at http://www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) Overview Whitney Portal Campground is in a prime location within the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - at the base of Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States. With hiking trails to Mt. Whitney and the John Muir Wilderness less than a mile away, the campground is a popular home base for hikers, as well as family, RV and tent campers who wish to explore the area's activities and enjoy unparalleled scenery. Recreation Hikers are drawn to the majestic scenery and challenging trails of the Whitney Portal recreation area. Nearby trails lead into the John Muir Wilderness and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. The campground is only 0.5 miles from trailheads to Mt. Whitney, Meysan Lake and other popular destinations. Visitors should be aware that hiking in this area may require a permit. Visitors can also hike, fish and picnic in the area around the campground.… Getting there: From U.S. Highway 395 in California, travel to the town of Lone Pine. The campground is 13 miles west of Lone Pine on Whitney Portal Road. Rules: Active bear area, bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48" x 30" x 36"). Phone: 760-937-6070 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232123 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS, RRM
Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.
The Birds Of Passage app is coming soon to the App Store