Lone Pine Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Lone Pine camping area is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.


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Summary

The campground is situated near the Alabama Hills, which is a popular destination for rock climbing and hiking. Additionally, the area is close to Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States, and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest.

The campground itself offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Reservations can be made for some of the campsites while others are first-come-first-serve. There are a total of 46 campsites available in the campground. The best time to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-40s at night. Overall, the Lone Pine camping area is a great spot for those looking to explore the natural beauty of California's eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Lone PineMARBLE FORK KAWEAH R AB HORSE C NR LODGEPOLE CA Preview Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca
0.0cfs
0cfs
Lone PineSF TULE R NR CHOLOLLO CAMPGROUND NR PORTERVILLE CA Preview Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca
9.35cfs
9cfs
Lone PineSF TULE R NR RESERVATION BNDRY NR PORTERVILLE CA Preview Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca
17.5cfs
18cfs
Lone PineDEER C NR FOUNTAIN SPRINGS CA Preview Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca
18.9cfs
19cfs
Lone PineSF KERN R NR ONYX CA Preview Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca
70.4cfs
70cfs

Camping Essential Practices

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.

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