Convict Lake Campground
Inyo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: CROWLEY LAKE, CA, CA
Price: From $35 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (438 reviews)
Season: May through October
Convict Lake Campground is situated near Convict Lake amidst the beautiful scenery of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake and surrounding national forest provide many opportunities for family fun, outdoor recreation and relaxation. The campground and nearby resort offer many amenities for a convenient and enjoyable camping experience.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Convict Lake Campground offers beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountain scenery near Convict Lake with excellent recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing. Campers praise the stunning views and less crowded atmosphere, with convenient amenities like fire rings, picnic tables, flush toilets, and drinking water.
Wildlife alert: Greater Sage-Grouse, Great Basin Rattlesnake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, Northern Rubber Boa, Mule Deer, and Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel present in area
Insider tips for Convict Lake Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring a canopy for shade as the campground has minimal tree cover Sites near the creek (like site 27) offer water views and proximity to restrooms No showers available — plan accordingly
Skip Convict Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You require shower facilities. You visit outside May-October season.
Best time to visit Convict Lake Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Mcgee Creek (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Crowley Lake Campground (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Sherwin Creek (MAMMOTH LAKES, CA), Pine Glen (Palo Alto, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Convict Lake Campground
Cell signal at Convict Lake Campground (CROWLEY LAKE, 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.
Convict Lake Campground is situated near Convict Lake amidst the beautiful scenery of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake and surrounding national forest provide many opportunities for family fun, outdoor recreation and relaxation. The campground and nearby resort offer many amenities for a convenient and enjoyable camping experience.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring a canopy for shade as the campground has minimal tree cover
Sites near the creek (like site 27) offer water views and proximity to restrooms
No showers available
plan accordingly
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Convict Lake Campground is about 34 miles north of Bishop, California on Highway 395. From Bishop, travel north on 395. The turnoff to the campground is across from Mammoth Yosemite Airport and is well-signed. From Mammoth Lakes, travel on Highway 395 south for 5 miles. Turn west off of Highway 395.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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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