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Horton Creek Campground

Image of Horton Creek Recreation Site entrance

Generally open the first week in May through November 1st, depending on weather and migrating deer herds.  Please call the Bishop Field Office to confirm the opening date.  Bishop Office phone number (760) 872-5000. Day use only rest of year.

  • Fee: $5.00/night/site. Maximum Stay Limit is 14 days.
  • No potable water
  • First come- first serve, Campground capacity - 424 people
  • 53 RV/tent sites available
  • 5 pit toilets
  • No electrical hook-ups
  • Picnic tables and campfire rings/stands (Bring own firewood or purchase)
  • No horses allowed in campground
  • Not stocked with fish

Elevation - 4,975 ft. Campground is located on an alluvial fan, next to Horton Creek with an outstanding view of Mt. Tom and Wheeler Crest in the Sierra Nevada Range. Nearby is the Tungsten Hills. Wintering deer herds often graze in the early spring. Plenty of opportunities for exploring, hiking, sightseeing. Closest amenities are in Bishop (12 miles)

Directions: US Hwy 395 north, 8.5 miles to Sawmill Road. Turn left (south) onto Sawmill Road and then take an immediate right (west) onto Round Valley Road for 3 miles. Follow sign to campground.

 

Image looking east from Horton Creek Campground, towards Round Valley

   
Last updated: 10-10-2008