Lupine

Sierra National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: BASS LAKE, CA, CA

Price: From $52 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (292 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lupine Campground is located next to Bass Lake. Cedar Bluff Campground is adjacent to Lupine. Lupine is quieter and set further back from the lake than Cedar Bluff, and each site offers more privacy.Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, campfire ring and paved parking spur.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Lupine offers quieter, more private sites set back from Bass Lake with direct lake access. Popular activities include swimming, boating, fishing for bass/trout/bluegill/catfish, and nearby hiking trails including Willow Creek, Goat Mountain, Spring Cove, and Way-of-the-Mono.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also: Mule Deer, Osprey, California Mountain Kingsnake, Western Fence Lizard, Gilbert's Skink.

Insider tips for Lupine: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Some sites offer direct footpath access down to the lake December visits possible if planning around seasonal closures; Lupine may be the only open campground at Bass Lake during off-season

Skip Lupine if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer larger group accommodations — sites are individual, not group camp facilities.

Best time to visit Lupine: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cedar Bluff (BASS LAKE, CA), Spring Cove (BASS LAKE, CA), Wishon Bass Lake (BASS LAKE, CA), Forks Campground (Sierra) (BASS LAKE, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lupine

Cell signal at Lupine (BASS LAKE, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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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BASS LAKE, CA, CA★ 4.3 (292 reviews)From $52/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lupine Campground is located next to Bass Lake. Cedar Bluff Campground is adjacent to Lupine. Lupine is quieter and set further back from the lake than Cedar Bluff, and each site offers more privacy.Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, campfire ring and paved parking spur.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsBoat Launch

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, suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer larger group accommodations — sites are individual, not group camp facilities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Some sites offer direct footpath access down to the lake

December visits possible if planning around seasonal closures; Lupine may be the only open campground at Bass Lake during off-season

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G + 5G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also: Mule Deer, Osprey, California Mountain Kingsnake, Western Fence Lizard, Gilbert's Skink.

Location

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Getting there →

From Highway 41, take Bass Lake turnoff, head southeast approximately 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake office. Continue approximately 2.75 miles to the Lupine Cedar Bluff Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sierra National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Sierra National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lupine cost per night?+
Lupine costs $52 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lupine open?+
Lupine is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lupine have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lupine?+
Lupine can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lupine?+
Lupine 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 Lupine?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lupine is rated strong. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lupine open, and what are check-in times?+
Lupine is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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$52 /night★ 4.3 (292)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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