Camping Area

Ellery Creek campground

California, USA 40.916°, -122.242°
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Ellery Creek -- California campground
Ellery Creek California
About this campground

Ellery Creek

Ellery Creek Campground is a small, scenic spot just east of Tioga Pass in Inyo National Forest, near Yosemite’s eastern entrance. It offers a handful of first-come, first-served established campsites—no reservations or permits needed. There’s a nightly fee (approx. $17). Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets; no drinking water or hookups are available. RVs can access the site, but space is limited. Set among alpine trees near a high-elevation lake, it’s quiet and less crowded, ideal for fishing, kayaking, or nearby hiking like the Mono Pass or Saddlebag Lake trails. Best visited summer through early fall due to its 9,500’ elevation.
StateCalifornia
Latitude40.9158°
Longitude-122.2416°
Amenities

What's on-site at Ellery Creek

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
Available
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Toilets
On site
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Ellery Creek, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Ellery Creek Campground
Pine Point
Pine Point Campground (Group/Family)
Pine Point Campground
Hirz Mountain Lookout
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Ellery Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ellery Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Mission Ridge Snow Pillow 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Slate Creek 0.6 in 0.0 in
Highlands Lakes 21.5 in 0.0 in
Stouts Meadow Goes 67.0 in -2.0 in
Mumbo Basin Raws 95.0 in 23.0 in
Sand Flat 0.6 in 0.0 in

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 Ellery Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Ellery Creek

Can I make reservations at Ellery Creek?

Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.

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 Ellery Creek?

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.

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Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Ellery Creek.