Mono Hot Springs
Mono Hot Springs is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 37.32632, -119.01894
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Interpretive Programs, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 559-893-2111
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Mono Hot Springs
Overview Mono Hot Springs Campground sits above Kaiser Pass in the High Sierra, on the South Fork of the San Joaquin River in an area known for its hot mineral baths. The camp is divided into two sections that are separated by Mono Hot Springs Resort, and some sites are shaded by aspen and lodgepole pine. The campground sits at an elevation of 6,700 feet with many cliffs in the area. It makes a great base for exploring the nearby Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness areas or for simply relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Recreation The Mono Hot Springs area provides opportunities for fishing, birding, mountain biking, hiking and relaxing in the hot springs. Interpretive programs are offered at the campground on Friday nights during the summer. Wading is permitted in the San Joaquin River, which is known for its excellent fly fishing. Trailheads in the area include Devil's Table (5 miles) and Doris Lake (2 miles). The Mono Creek Trail connects Mono Hot Springs to Edison Lake, a hike of about 10 miles round-trip. Facilities Each campsite has a picnic table, grill and bear-proof food storage locker. Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is not available at the camp but can be acquired along with other supplies at the general store at Mono Hot Springs Resort. Natural Features The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling,
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Mammoth Community Water District · 22 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 160 designated routes (156 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mono Hot Springs Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Mono Hot Springs | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Bolsillo Campground | Private campground | 1.4 mi | — | — |
| Bolsillo | National forest campground | 1.5 mi | — | — |
| Mono Creek | National forest campground | 2.3 mi | — | No hookups |
| Ward Lake | National forest campground | 2.5 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.