Minaret Falls Campground campground
Minaret Falls Campground
The campground offers several amenities, including vault toilets and potable water. However, there are no showers or electrical hookups provided, so campers should come prepared. Reservations are available for this popular campground, ensuring visitors have a guaranteed spot during their stay. It is recommended to make reservations in advance, especially during peak seasons.
The best time to visit Minaret Falls Campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and allows for enjoyable outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. The campground is conveniently located near Mammoth Lakes, where visitors can explore the stunning lakes, hike the picturesque trails, or even go skiing during winter. It is important to note that while the campground allows pets, they must be kept on a leash at all times.
Campers should be cautious of the wildlife in the area, including black bears, and should properly store food and dispose of trash to prevent any unwanted encounters. Additionally, being at high elevation, campers should be prepared for cooler temperatures, even during the summer months, and should bring appropriate clothing and gear. Overall, Minaret Falls Campground offers a serene camping experience surrounded by natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Minaret Falls 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 Minaret Falls Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minaret Falls | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Minaret Falls Campground (Seasonal) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pumice Flat Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Pumice Flat Campground (Seasonal) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pumice Flat | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Minaret Falls Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mf San Joaquin R Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 595 cfs | → |
| Deadman C A Big Springs Nr Crestview Ca | 37 cfs | → |
| Hot C A Flume Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 65 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,730 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 Minaret Falls Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crrel-Ucsb Energy Site | 50.2 in | -22.6 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mammoth Pass | 14.9 in | -204.1 in | → |
| Agnew Pass (Goes) | 5.2 in | 0.4 in | → |
| Nohrsc Green Mtn | 3.3 in | -1.3 in | → |
| Nohrsc Graveyard Meadow | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows | 30.3 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
- Owens River Headwaters Wilderness
- Devils Postpile National Monument
- Mammoth Creek Community Park
- Trails End Park
- Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
- Hoover Wilderness
⚓ Boat launches
- Gull Meadows Car Top Boat Launch
- Lake Edison Boating Site
- Navy Beach Paddle Boat Launch
- Mammoth Pool Rd, California
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →⚑ Points of interest
- Visitor Contact / Ranger Station
- Devils Postpile Formation
- Minaret Vista Observation Site
- Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center
- Oh! Ridge Overlook Observation Site
- Hot Creek Geologic Site
🛶 Paddle runs
- Agnew Meadows To Soda Springs Footbridge
- National Monument Boundary To Soda Springs Footbridge In Devils Postpile National Monument
- Soda Springs Footbridge In Devils Postpile National Monument To Rainbow Falls
- Headwaters At Thousand Island Lake To Agnew Meadows
- Rainbow Falls To National Monument Boundary
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T3s, R25 E To Hemlock Crossing
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 Minaret Falls Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Minaret Falls Campground
Can I make reservations at Minaret Falls 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 Minaret Falls 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 Minaret Falls Campground.