Summary
No reservations or permits are required for general camping, but a wilderness permit is needed for backcountry access beyond the lake. Camping is free. Amenities are minimal: there are no toilets, water, fire rings, grills, or picnic tables, so campers must be self-sufficient and follow Leave No Trace principles. RVs are not recommended due to rough access roads. The area offers a quiet, remote alpine setting with granite peaks, forested shores, and trail access to the John Muir Wilderness. Best time to visit: July–September.
Nearby Campgrounds
Edison Ferry Pickup
Mono Creek Overflow Campground
Vermillion
Vermillion Campground
Mono Creek Campground
Mono Hot Springs Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC KAISER POINT
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2" |
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NOHRSC ROCK CREEK
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8" |
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NOHRSC MAMMOTH PASS
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3" |
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UPPER BURNT CORRAL MEADOW
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2" |
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MAMMOTH LAKES 16.3 ESE
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4" |
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CRREL-UCSB ENERGY SITE
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50" |
Headwaters To Wilderness Boundary
Headwaters To Convict Lake
Blarney Meadows To South End Of Florence Lake
Hot Springs Area To West End Of Blarney River
Wilderness Boundary To La Dept. Of Water And Power Property
Lake Thomas A Edison
Graveyard Lakes
Apollo Lake
Baby Lake
Harvey Lake