Sherwin Creek

Inyo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MAMMOTH LAKES, CA, CA

Price: From $32 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (304 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sherwin Creek Campground is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains within 2 miles of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. Popular among anglers, hikers, off-road vehicle enthusiasts and photographers, the campground is near some of the most spectacular wilderness and outdoor recreation areas in the Sierras.This large campground has campsites organized into three loops, all within walking distance of the creek. Several tent-only, walk-to sites make up another loop in a

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Sherwin Creek offers affordable camping at $32/night within 2 miles of Mammoth Lakes, with highly-rated facilities (4.7/5 stars) featuring spacious sites, a small creek, and friendly camp hosts. Popular among anglers, hikers, and off-road enthusiasts with access to spectacular Sierra Nevada wilderness.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also: Mule Deer, North American Porcupine, American Pika, Mountain Chickadee, Steller's Jay, Common Raven.

Insider tips for Sherwin Creek: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Camp hosts on-site are friendly and helpful for navigation Sites are large and spacious; site 20 and similar sites are well-reviewed

Skip Sherwin Creek if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer spontaneous camping — advance booking required.

Best time to visit Sherwin Creek: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Pine Glen (Palo Alto, CA), Coldwater Campground - Inyo Nf (Ca) (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Twin Lakes Campground (Mammoth Lakes, CA), Lake Mary Campground (Palo Alto, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sherwin Creek

Cell signal at Sherwin Creek (MAMMOTH LAKES, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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MAMMOTH LAKES, CA, CA★ 4.4 (304 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sherwin Creek Campground is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains within 2 miles of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. Popular among anglers, hikers, off-road vehicle enthusiasts and photographers, the campground is near some of the most spectacular wilderness and outdoor recreation areas in the Sierras.This large campground has campsites organized into three loops, all within walking distance of the creek. Several tent-only, walk-to sites make up another loop in a secluded area on either side of the creek.

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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 RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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

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 at most sites✕ You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer spontaneous camping — advance booking required

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Camp hosts on-site are friendly and helpful for navigation

Sites are large and spacious; site 20 and similar sites are well-reviewed

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also: Mule Deer, North American Porcupine, American Pika, Mountain Chickadee, Steller's Jay, Common Raven.

Location

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Getting there →

Take U.S. Highway 395 to State Highway 203 to Mammoth Lakes. Take a left at the first traffic light in town onto Old Mammoth Road. Drive south 0.9 miles to Sherwin Creek Road. Turn left and proceed 1.5 miles to the campground.

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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

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How much does Sherwin Creek cost per night?+
Sherwin Creek costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sherwin Creek open?+
Sherwin Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sherwin Creek have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sherwin Creek?+
Sherwin Creek can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sherwin Creek?+
Sherwin Creek 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 Sherwin Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sherwin Creek is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sherwin Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Sherwin Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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
api.inaturalist.org
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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$32 /night★ 4.4 (304)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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