Federal campground in Inyo National ForestLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Bishop, CA, CA★ 4.7 (49 reviews)From $34/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Forks Campground is located near the junction of the South Fork and the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek. Most of the sites are tucked into the aspen and pine trees, some sites are along the banks of Bishop Creek. The campground offers 27 single-family sites, all with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesBear Boxes
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer more spacious tent-only sites — some sites better suited for trailers
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with limited availability
Sites are designed for tents and self-contained RVs; no hookups available
Site 10 and similar locations are closer to bathrooms and water faucets
Best: May-October
Official operating season for the campground
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: 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 present in area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
760-872-4552· Inyo National Forest
Getting there →
From Bishop, go west on State Route 168 (Line Street) approximately 15 miles. Turn left at the junction of the South Lake Road, the campground will be the first right turn about 1/4 mile.
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
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Forks Campground (Inyo) cost per night?+
Forks Campground (Inyo) costs $34 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Forks Campground (Inyo) open?+
Forks Campground (Inyo) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Forks Campground (Inyo) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Forks Campground (Inyo)?+
Forks Campground (Inyo) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Forks Campground (Inyo)?+
Forks Campground (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 Forks Campground (Inyo)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Forks Campground (Inyo) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Forks Campground (Inyo) open, and what are check-in times?+
Forks Campground (Inyo) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$34 /night★ 4.7 (49)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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