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Bishop Park Campground (Ca)

Inyo National Forest — lakeside

Location: Bishop, CA, CA

Price: From $34 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (85 reviews)

Season: May through October

Bishop Park is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Bishop Creek Area Located on the banks of the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek, Bishop Park has grassy lawns and campsites right on the creek. Families, friends, and special interest groups enjoy Bishop Park for its access to prime fishing and its serene setting on Bishop Creek. Bishop Park is an ideal setting for horseback riding, wildlife viewing, hiking and fishing.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bishop-park-campground-ca to be notified when sites open up.

Bishop Park is located on the banks of the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek with grassy lawns and campsites right on the creek, offering access to prime fishing and a serene setting. The campground is ideal for horseback riding, wildlife viewing, hiking, and fishing.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Gray-headed Pika, American Beaver, Gray Fox, Hepburn's Rosy-Finch, Sierra Nevada Rosy-Finch, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, and Panamint Rattlesnake have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Bishop Park Campground (Ca): Book early as this is a popular federal campground in the Bishop Creek Area Suitable for self-contained RVs only as there are no hookups Located 15 miles west of Highway 395 in Bishop via Line Street (Highway 168)

Skip Bishop Park Campground (Ca) if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only. You prefer first-come availability - federal campground requires advance booking.

Best time to visit Bishop Park Campground (Ca): May-October — Campground operates seasonally from May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Bishop Park Group (INYO, CA), Forks Campground (Inyo) (Bishop, CA), Four Jeffrey (BISHOP, CA), Table Mountain (Inyo) (Bishop, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bishop Park Campground (Ca)

Cell signal at Bishop Park Campground (Ca) (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★ 4.5 (85 reviews)From $34/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Bishop Park is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Bishop Creek Area Located on the banks of the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek, Bishop Park has grassy lawns and campsites right on the creek. Families, friends, and special interest groups enjoy Bishop Park for its access to prime fishing and its serene setting on Bishop Creek. Bishop Park is an ideal setting for horseback riding, wildlife viewing, hiking and fishing.

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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
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesCamp Host
    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 - no hookups available at most sites✕ You plan to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only✕ You prefer first-come availability - federal campground requires advance booking

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground in the Bishop Creek Area

    Suitable for self-contained RVs only as there are no hookups

    Located 15 miles west of Highway 395 in Bishop via Line Street (Highway 168)

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally from May through October only.

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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: Mule Deer, Gray-headed Pika, American Beaver, Gray Fox, Hepburn's Rosy-Finch, Sierra Nevada Rosy-Finch, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, and Panamint Rattlesnake have been documented in the area.

    Location

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    760-872-4552· Inyo National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Highway 395 in the center of Bishop, turn west on Line Street (Highway 168), and drive 15 miles to the campground on the left.

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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.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Bishop Park Campground (Ca) cost per night?+
    Bishop Park Campground (Ca) costs $34 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Bishop Park Campground (Ca) open?+
    Bishop Park Campground (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Bishop Park Campground (Ca) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Bishop Park Campground (Ca)?+
    Bishop Park Campground (Ca) is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Bishop Park Campground (Ca)?+
    Bishop Park Campground (Ca) 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 Bishop Park Campground (Ca)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bishop Park Campground (Ca) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Bishop Park Campground (Ca) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Bishop Park Campground (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $34 /night★ 4.5 (85)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Bishop Park Group

    INYO, CA

    From $94/night

    Forks Campground (Inyo)

    Bishop, CA

    From $34/night

    Four Jeffrey

    BISHOP, CA

    From $34/night

    Table Mountain (Inyo)

    Bishop, CA

    From $90/night

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