Aspen Group (Inyo)

Inyo National Forest — lakeside

Location: Bishop, CA, CA

Price: From $95 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Aspen Group Campground is a secluded, creek side camp in Inyo National Forest between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California. The group camping area is primitive and provides spectacular scenery, as well as fishing, hiking, photography and wildlife viewing. The campground has plenty of wide-open spaces and group picnic areas, making it ideal for large parties and family functions.The group camping area can be reserved for up to 25 guests.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/aspen-group-inyo to be notified when sites open up.

Aspen Group is a creek-side group campground in Inyo National Forest offering exceptional fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in the eastern Sierra Nevada with spectacular scenery and wide-open spaces ideal for larger parties.

Wildlife alert: Pinyon Jays present in the area; wildflowers including woolly mule's ears and pygmy pussyworts grow nearby.

Insider tips for Aspen Group (Inyo): Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand and limited availability Bring a full water tank; no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs Access via Rock Creek Road from Tom's Place: 25 miles northwest of Bishop on Highway 395, then 4 miles south

Skip Aspen Group (Inyo) if: You need RV hookups — none are available at this site. You're visiting outside May through October — campground is seasonal only. You have a single site need — only 1 site total, designed for group camping.

Best time to visit Aspen Group (Inyo): May - October — Official seasonal operations window; campground only open during these months.

Nearby campgrounds: French Camp (Bishop, CA), East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (Ca) (Bishop, CA), Tuff Campground (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Crowley Lake Campground (Mammoth Lakes, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Aspen Group (Inyo)

Cell signal at Aspen Group (Inyo) (Bishop, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Bishop, CA, CA★ 3.8 (6 reviews)From $95/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Aspen Group Campground is a secluded, creek side camp in Inyo National Forest between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California. The group camping area is primitive and provides spectacular scenery, as well as fishing, hiking, photography and wildlife viewing. The campground has plenty of wide-open spaces and group picnic areas, making it ideal for large parties and family functions.The group camping area can be reserved for up to 25 guests.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — none are available at this site✕ You're visiting outside May through October — campground is seasonal only✕ You have a single site need — only 1 site total, designed for group camping

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand and limited availability

Bring a full water tank; no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs

Access via Rock Creek Road from Tom's Place: 25 miles northwest of Bishop on Highway 395, then 4 miles south

Best: May - October

Official seasonal operations window; campground only open during these months

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Pinyon Jays present in the area; wildflowers including woolly mule's ears and pygmy pussyworts grow nearby.

Location

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Getting there →

From Bishop, California, take Highway 395 northwest for 25 miles. Turn south at Tom's Place, and continue driving south for 4 miles onto Rock Creek Road, following signs to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Inyo National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Inyo National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Aspen Group (Inyo) cost per night?+
Aspen Group (Inyo) costs $95 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Aspen Group (Inyo) open?+
Aspen Group (Inyo) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Aspen Group (Inyo) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Aspen Group (Inyo)?+
Aspen Group (Inyo) can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Aspen Group (Inyo)?+
Aspen Group (Inyo) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Aspen Group (Inyo)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Aspen Group (Inyo) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Aspen Group (Inyo) open, and what are check-in times?+
Aspen Group (Inyo) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$95 /night★ 3.8 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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