Inyo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Bishop, CA, CA★ 4.5 (336 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
French Camp lies in the Rock Creek area of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains, near Tom’s Place and midway between Bishop and Mammoth Lakes, California. Its ideal location makes this campground a good stop for travelers on U.S. Hiking opportunities are vast, and the creekside campground is convenient for fishing.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsElectric HookupsFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
ShowersFishing
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 full hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You're planning to camp outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer smaller campgrounds — 83 sites can get busy
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Request site 23 if available, noted by reviewers as spacious
Tom's Place nearby for supplies and food if you don't want to cook
Best: Memorial Day - Labor Day
Official operating season for French Camp
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Bald Eagle, Panamint Rattlesnake, Northern Rubber Boa, and Western Fence Lizard present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
760-935-4825· Inyo National Forest
Getting there →
From Bishop or Mammoth Lakes, California, follow U.S. Highway 395 (about 30 miles north of Bishop). Take the Tom's Place exit and go 1 mile on Rock Creek Road.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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 French Camp cost per night?+
French Camp costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is French Camp open?+
French Camp is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does French Camp have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at French Camp?+
French Camp can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at French Camp?+
French Camp 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 French Camp?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at French Camp is rated strong. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is French Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
French Camp is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
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
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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$35 /night★ 4.5 (336)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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