East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (CA)
East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (CA) is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 37.48361, -118.71750
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Picnicking, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 760-935-4825
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (CA)
Overview East Fork Canyon is in a beautiful wooded section of Rock Creek Canyon, near Lower Rock Creek. Anglers, hikers and photographers enjoy this scenic location in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. The facility is large and accommodating, with several loops of campsites.Opening and closing dates for the season are dependent on weather. Recreation Rock Creek and other waterways in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains are known for their exceptional trout fishing. A catch from the creek may include brook, brown, rainbow and stocked Alpers trout, while anglers in the backcountry are treated to populations of golden trout. The area's majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers and mountain bikers. There are several trails in and around Rock Creek Canyon, some of which meander around high-elevation alpine lakes. Facilities The campground has four loops. Some campsites are close together, and some sit along the banks of the creek. There is a mix of sun and shade. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. Bears inhabit the area; bear-proof lockers for food storage are located throughout the campground. Natural Features This beautifully wooded area is dense with pine and fir trees, with aspens that turn golden and shimmer in the fall. Sitting at an elevation of 8,900 ft., East Fork offers views of the taller mountain peaks that surround it. The campground is adjacent to the clear, cold and cascading Rock Creek, which originate
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Mammoth Community Water District · 17 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 418 designated routes (185 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palisades Group Campground | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | No hookups |
| East Fork Cg | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| East Fork Campground | Private campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| Palisade Cg | National forest campground | 0.8 mi | — | — |
| Palisade Group Camp | Private campground | 0.8 mi | — | — |
| Pine Grove Campground | Private campground | 1.0 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.