Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)

Inyo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Bishop, CA, CA

Price: From $95 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Rock Creek Lake Group Campground is adjacent to the main Rock Creek Lake Campground. This tent-only site is located near Bishop, Tom’s Place and Mammoth Lakes, California in Inyo National Forest. The high-elevation campground offers a private setting on the banks of scenic Rock Creek Lake in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - a perfect location for limitless mountain recreation opportunities.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/rock-creek-lake-group-camp-inyo-national-forest-ca to be notified when sites open up.

Scenic high-elevation tent camping on Rock Creek Lake in the eastern Sierra Nevada with excellent fishing opportunities. Campers praise the clean grounds and secluded walk-in sites with a 4.7/5 rating from 127 reviews.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Great Basin Rattlesnake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, Mojave Patchnose Snake, American Pika, Mule Deer, Sooty Grouse

Insider tips for Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca): Book early as this is a popular federal campground Choose walk-in sites for more seclusion; some sites are near parking areas First-come, first-serve spots available in addition to reservations Good basecamp for hiking to Gem Lake

Skip Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) if: You need electrical hookups (no hookups available). You have an RV or require full hookups. Visiting outside May-October seasonal window. You are concerned about fishing-related litter.

Best time to visit Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca): May-October — Official seasonal operations period.

Nearby campgrounds: Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, Ca) (BISHOP, CA), East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (Ca) (Bishop, CA), Aspen Group (Inyo) (Bishop, CA), French Camp (Bishop, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)

Cell signal at Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) (Bishop, 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.

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Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)

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Bishop, CA, CA★ 4.2 (6 reviews)From $95/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Rock Creek Lake Group Campground is adjacent to the main Rock Creek Lake Campground. This tent-only site is located near Bishop, Tom’s Place and Mammoth Lakes, California in Inyo National Forest. The high-elevation campground offers a private setting on the banks of scenic Rock Creek Lake in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains - a perfect location for limitless mountain recreation opportunities.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

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 electrical hookups (no hookups available)✕ You have an RV or require full hookups✕ Visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You are concerned about fishing-related litter

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Choose walk-in sites for more seclusion; some sites are near parking areas

First-come, first-serve spots available in addition to reservations

Good basecamp for hiking to Gem Lake

Best: May-October

Official seasonal operations period

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Great Basin Rattlesnake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, Mojave Patchnose Snake, American Pika, Mule Deer, Sooty Grouse

Location

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Getting there →

Directions from Mammoth Lakes, California: Drive south on U.S. Highway 395 for approximately 13 miles. Take the Tom's Place exit and proceed west up the canyon for about 10 miles. At the lake, follow the signs to the boat dock and group camp. Directions from Bishop, California: Travel north on U.S. Highway 395 for about 30 miles. Turn left at the Tom's Place exit and proceed west up the canyon for about 10 miles. At the Lake, follow the signs to the boat dock and group camp.

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Community

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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, speakable
How much does Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) cost per night?+
Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) costs $95 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) open?+
Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)?+
Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)?+
Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) 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 Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) open, and what are check-in times?+
Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$95 /night★ 4.2 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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