Camping Area

Ellery Lake Campground campground

California, USA Mono-Owens Lakes watershed 37.939°, -119.244°
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Ellery Lake Campground -- California campground
Ellery Lake Campground California · Mono-Owens Lakes watershed
About this campground

Ellery Lake Campground

Ellery Lake Campground, near Tioga Pass in Inyo National Forest, offers 12 established, first-come, first-served campsites (no dispersed camping). No reservations or permits are required, but fees apply. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and RV access (no hookups); no potable water is available, so bring your own. Set at 9,500 feet, the high alpine setting delivers stunning lakefront views, granite peaks, and proximity to Yosemite’s east entrance. Popular nearby activities include hiking in the Hoover Wilderness and fishing in Ellery Lake. Best visited from late June to early October, the campground provides a serene, scenic experience ideal for tent campers and self-contained RVs.
StateCalifornia
WatershedMono-Owens Lakes
Latitude37.9385°
Longitude-119.2444°
Amenities

What's on-site at Ellery Lake Campground

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
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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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 Lake Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Ellery
Junction Campground
Junction
Tioga Lake Campground
Tioga Lake
Live water

Nearby streamflow

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

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

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

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows 30.3 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows 124.1 in -0.3 in
Lee Vining 5.9 Nw 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Virginia Lakes Ridge 0.0 in 0.0 in
Virginia Lakes Ridge 0.0 in 0.0 in
Agnew Pass (Goes) 5.2 in 0.4 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 Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Ellery Lake Campground

Can I make reservations at Ellery Lake Campground?

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 Lake Campground?

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 Lake Campground.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the 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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