Diaz Lake Campground offers a serene retreat nestled in the scenic beauty of California's Sierra Nevada region. Located just minutes from the iconic Alabama Hills, this charming campground provides an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the area’s renowned hiking trails and natural wonders. With a variety of camping options including RV sites and tent-only areas, Diaz Lake Campground caters to all types of campers seeking a memorable outdoor experience.
The campground features nearby lake access, providing opportunities for swimming and boating. With paved roads throughout the facility and well-spaced sites, campers can enjoy a quiet, peaceful stay. The area offers stunning mountain views and excellent stargazing opportunities, particularly away from the water where guests have found the perfect spots to avoid any disturbances.
Diaz Lake Campground has received positive feedback from visitors who appreciate its affordability, quiet atmosphere, and convenient access to outdoor activities. While the campground does have some minor challenges such as occasional wildlife encounters and limited facilities in high season, these are minor compared to the overall value it offers.
Diaz Lake Campground is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of California’s Sierra Nevada region while enjoying a comfortable camping experience at an affordable price.
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
RV camping
Camping fee
Credit cards
Good for kids
Playground
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
We are climbers and the access to Alabama hills is great. The breeze is always nice here and it’s never crowded. We had some bug problems when we stayed near the water but they have spots away from the water and they worked out great for us. It’s very affordable and quiet. Also the view is incredible and the stars at night are stunning.
Very nice campground. Beautiful lake and amazing views. Close to Alabama Hills. The only drawbacks were a few times people rode through the campground on ATVs (against the rules, there are riding trails out the back gate) and ants. So many ants! But that's the outdoors.
ATVs and unlicensed dirt bikes are NOT to be used within the campground (there's a large separate area out back for that), but irresponsible parents and their children use the campground like a race track on the weekends with motorcycles and ATVs running rampant passing campsites hundreds of times disturbing everyone for the benefit of a few people who aren't obeying the rules. No/very limited enforcement by the park. Ruins the camping experience. The parks department should do a better job controlling the unruly parents and children however they can. On the busy weekends It's like a people zoo with fireworks ATVs and motorcycles. Parks department and police were notified and responded but didn't really seem to help.
This spot is great, sites are large and clean. There are a lot of spots so for us there was no issue on finding a spot. No hook ups but there are water spigots around. Was a bit windy when we were there but the breeze off the lake kept it pleasant! We back up right against the lake and did some fishing. Don’t forget to bring your bug spray too! There’s a small playground for kids to play on. Would recommend!
Camped there with our small travel trailer. No hookups, water close by. Did not try the pit toilets. Views of the lake and mountains were wonderful. It was buggy at night, be prepared. Sites themselves are so so, not always level or clean.