Pumice Flat Group Camp
Inyo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Mammoth Lakes, CA, CA
Price: From $99 per night
Price range: $99–$249 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Season: May through October
Pumice Flat Group Camp is located in the Red’s Meadows and Devils Postpile section of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, just west of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. This group camping facility provides access to some of the most spectacular wilderness in the Sierras and many outdoor activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking, photography and geologic study of the dramatic landscape. Devils Postpile National Monument and the famous Ansel Adams Wilderness are
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Bear Boxes, Fishing
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Pumice Flat Group Camp offers access to spectacular Sierra Nevada wilderness with riverside camping and excellent fishing and hiking opportunities. Campers report beautiful sites and describe it as one of their best camping trips ever.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — use bear boxes provided. Also watch for Inyo Mule Deer, Pacific Marten, and Mountain Garter Snake.
Insider tips for Pumice Flat Group Camp: Book early — federal campground with only 4 sites and high demand Bring your own water — no water on site per camper reports RVs must be self-contained as there are no hookups
Skip Pumice Flat Group Camp if: You need water hookups or full RV amenities. You visit outside May-October seasonal closure. You prefer larger campgrounds with more than 4 sites.
Best time to visit Pumice Flat Group Camp: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Agnew Horse Camp (MAMMOTH LAKES, CA), Twin Lakes Campground (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Lake Mary Campground (Palo Alto, CA), Coldwater Campground - Inyo Nf (Ca) (Mammoth Lakes, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Pumice Flat Group Camp
Cell signal at Pumice Flat Group Camp (Mammoth Lakes, 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.
Pumice Flat Group Camp is located in the Red’s Meadows and Devils Postpile section of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, just west of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. This group camping facility provides access to some of the most spectacular wilderness in the Sierras and many outdoor activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking, photography and geologic study of the dramatic landscape. Devils Postpile National Monument and the famous Ansel Adams Wilderness are nearby for campers to explore.The group camp is within the main Pumice Flat Campground, which offers first-come, first-served individual sites.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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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
federal campground with only 4 sites and high demand
Bring your own water
no water on site per camper reports
RVs must be self-contained as there are no hookups
Official operating season per verified data
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From U.S. Highway 395, take Highway 203 west through the town of Mammoth Lakes. At the second traffic light, turn right onto Minaret (203). Pass the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area and Minaret Vista. Continue a few miles on Red's Meadow Road to the campground turnoff.
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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.
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