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Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. campground

California, USA Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed 36.497°, -118.330°
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Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. -- California campground
Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. California · Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed
About this campground

Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.

Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2, located at an elevation of 9550ft in California, offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest include the scenic Rock Creek Lake, Mono Lake, and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. The camping area includes bear boxes for storing food, fire pits, and vault toilets. Reservations are not available, and campsites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, with a total of 15 sites. The best time of year to visit is during the summer months of June through September, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 80°F during the day and dropping to 30°F to 50°F at night. Visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking in the area while soaking up the breathtaking scenery.
StateCalifornia
WatershedTulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Latitude36.4966°
Longitude-118.3299°
Amenities

What's on-site at Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.

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

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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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 Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box., with reservations status.

Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Cottonwood Lakes 0.5 in 0.0 in
Charlotte Lake 2.6 in 251.4 in
Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows 169.8 in 0.0 in
Beach Meadows 0.0 in 0.0 in
Blackcap Basin Goes 22.4 in -2.1 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 Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box. as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.

Can I make reservations at Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.?

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 Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.?

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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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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