Dorothy Lake campground
Dorothy Lake
The best time to visit Dorothy Lake camping area is during the late spring, summer, and early fall. The weather is generally mild during these periods, allowing campers to fully enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. However, it is essential to be cautious of the local wildlife, including bears, and to store food securely to minimize any potential encounters. Moreover, it is recommended to bring insect repellent as mosquitoes can be a nuisance in certain areas.
In conclusion, Dorothy Lake camping area in California offers a tranquil and scenic camping experience. With amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water, visitors can enjoy a comfortable stay. While reservations are not accepted, arriving early is recommended to secure a campsite. Late spring, summer, and early fall are the ideal times to visit, and it is important to be cautious of wildlife and bring insect repellent.
What's on-site at Dorothy Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Dorothy Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsite (2 Tents) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Leavitt Lake Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sheep Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite Along Latopie Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stubblefield Canyon | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Dorothy Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Robinson C At Twin Lks Outlet Nr Bridgeport | 124 cfs | → |
| Buckeye C Nr Bridgeport | 192 cfs | → |
| W Walker R Blw L Walker R Nr Coleville | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 2,670 cfs | → |
| Green Creek Near Bridgeport | 60 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 1,570 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Dorothy Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Horse Meadows | 19.2 in | -3.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Leavitt Lake | 74.0 in | -4.0 in | → |
| Leavitt Lake | 77.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Leavitt Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Leavitt Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sonora Pass | 3.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
🌳 Parks
- Toiyabe National Forest
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Wilderness Carson-Iceberg
- Wildlife Area Slinkard / Little Antelope
- Hoover Wilderness
- Bodie State Historic Park
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →⚑ Points of interest
- Donnell Vista
- Pothole Dome
- Parsons Memorial Lodge
- Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center
- Tuolumne Meadows
- Lembert Dome
🛶 Paddle runs
- Headwaters Kennedy Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus
- Source (Tower Lake) Includes Kirkwood Creek, Cascade Creek And Tower Creek To Hoover Wilderness Boundary
- Snow Lake To Hoover Wilderness Boundary
- Relief Reservoir Outlet To Confluence With Clark Fork
- Hoover Wilderness Boundary To Leavitt Meadows Campground
- Headwater Deadman Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Dorothy Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Dorothy Lake
Can I make reservations at Dorothy Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Dorothy Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Dorothy Lake.