Horton Creek Campground campground
Horton Creek Campground
The campground provides several amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can take advantage of the clean and well-maintained restroom facilities. Additionally, each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring, allowing for cozy evenings spent around a campfire.
Reservations are not accepted at Horton Creek Campground, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. It is advisable to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a campsite.
The best time of year to visit Horton Creek Campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is mild and pleasant. Campers can enjoy various outdoor activities such as fishing in Horton Creek or hiking along the nearby trails.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly bears and rattlesnakes. It is important to follow proper food storage guidelines and be aware of potential wildlife habitats.
Overall, Horton Creek Campground offers a scenic and peaceful camping experience, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a tranquil escape in the beautiful state of California.
What's on-site at Horton Creek Campground
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 Horton Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horton Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pleasant Valley | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Millpond | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bitterbrush | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bitterbrush Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Horton Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hot C A Flume Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 60 cfs | → |
| Deadman C A Big Springs Nr Crestview Ca | 33 cfs | → |
| Mf San Joaquin R Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 357 cfs | → |
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 100 cfs | → |
| Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs | → |
| Big C Div Nr Fish Camp Ca | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Horton Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Rock Creek | 3.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mammoth Lakes 16.3 Ese | 1.0 in | 0.3 in | → |
| Upper Burnt Corral Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blackcap Basin Goes | 2.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kaiser Point | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mammoth Pass | 217.1 in | 0.0 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
- Bishop City Park
- Wilderness Ansel Adams
- Trails End Park
- Mammoth Creek Community Park
- Wilderness Dinkey Lakes
- Devils Postpile National Monument
Boat launches
Fishing spots
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 Horton Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Horton Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Horton Creek Campground?
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 Horton Creek 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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Horton Creek Campground.