North Lake Campground

25 reviews

North Lake Campground Introduce

Welcome to North Lake Campground, located in California 93515. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, North Lake Campground offers a unique high-altitude camping experience with stunning natural scenery and various recreational activities.

North Lake Campground features 12 tent-only sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, providing a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. The campground is situated at an elevation of 9,500 feet, resulting in cooler temperatures and fewer bugs, especially during certain times of the year.

The campground's location near a creek offers a calming ambiance and access to a water source. Visitors are advised to store food in the provided bear lockers, not in their vehicles, to ensure safety from wildlife.

North Lake Campground provides access to a variety of outdoor activities. Hiking trails are available for those seeking exploration, and North Lake offers fishing opportunities. Stables are located nearby for horseback riding adventures. In spring, the area is known for its incredible wildflower displays.

Visitors should be aware of potential wildlife encounters, including mountain lions. It is essential to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions. The area is also known for its stunning fall foliage, particularly the aspen trees.

The campground is accessible via a one-lane road with blind turns, requiring careful driving. The campground typically closes at the end of October or earlier in the event of snowfall.

North Lake Campground offers a perfect retreat for nature lovers, providing a serene environment and access to various outdoor activities. For inquiries or further information, please contact (760) 873-2400 or +1 760-873-2400.

Location

California Inyo County

Customer Reviews

4.0

25 reviews

Loretta St Martin

Oct 05, 2022

I stayed a week and it was absolutely perfect! I like being in the Sun this time of year and this site is definitely in the Sun! I love being next to the creek, it’s very calming to me. Lock your food up in the Bear lockers not in your car! Only 12 sites, first come first served. Tents only, so it’s very quiet at night. Bugs are gone this time of year due to the temps at 9,500 ft. Sweet. Nice hiking trail to take, or you can fish at North Lake. There are also stables right there if you want to go for a Horseback Ride. Wildflowers in the Spring are incredible up here. Bring your bug stuff! Ran into a Mountain Lion a couple years back in the Meadow by the waterfall! Scary, thank God he ran away from me! I swear you can smell cat urine when you’re around where Mountain Lions are. One lane road up to the campground or the lake with blind turns. Take the North Lake turnoff to the right. Go slow. Colors in Fall are crazy pretty up here. So many Aspens! This campground will close the end of October or sooner with a snow event.

donnew1209

Aug 25, 2024

Come here at least once a year. Perfect place for a retreat.

Daniel

Jan 30, 2025

It was peaceful they had a hike that was pretty fun it’s not that hard it’s a good campsite.

SARKIS ABEL

Sep 01, 2020

Beautiful and hi elevation campground. Weather is always nice a cooler. Nice cold creek passes through the campground. Good central location for hikers,fishermen and other nature activities

Grahm Gessner

Jul 04, 2024

The mosquitos were thick when I visited June 30. Literally swarming. I understand they started up the week prior, but can be variable day to day. Ended up camping down a Sabrina Lake where they were more manageable. Otherwise cool little campground with direct access to Piute Pass and Lamarck lakes trailheads.