California Camping Areas
Tioga Lake
Tioga Lake Camping Area is a serene and picturesque campground located in Mono County, California. The campground is situated near Tioga Lake and surrounded by stunning views of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The lake is just a short walk away from the campsites and offers opportunities for fishing, swimming, and boating.
There are a number of points of interest nearby, including the famous Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National Park, which is just a few miles away. The area is also home to numerous hiking trails and scenic drives, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. However, there are no hookups or showers available. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and has 13 campsites available for tent camping.
An interesting fact about the area is that Tioga Lake was created by a glacier during the last ice age. The glacier carved out the basin and when it melted, the lake was formed.
The best time to visit Tioga Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when the temperatures are mild and the weather is sunny. Average daytime temperatures in the area range from 70-80°F during the summer. Visitors should be aware that the campground is at an elevation of over 9,500 feet, so temperatures can drop significantly at night. Get driving directions.
There are a number of points of interest nearby, including the famous Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National Park, which is just a few miles away. The area is also home to numerous hiking trails and scenic drives, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. However, there are no hookups or showers available. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and has 13 campsites available for tent camping.
An interesting fact about the area is that Tioga Lake was created by a glacier during the last ice age. The glacier carved out the basin and when it melted, the lake was formed.
The best time to visit Tioga Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when the temperatures are mild and the weather is sunny. Average daytime temperatures in the area range from 70-80°F during the summer. Visitors should be aware that the campground is at an elevation of over 9,500 feet, so temperatures can drop significantly at night. Get driving directions.

THINGS TO DO
Point of Interest |
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Oh! Ridge Overlook Observation Site |
South Tufa |
Tioga Lake Overlook Info Site |
Weather Forecast
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Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
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Leviathan C Channel Underdrain Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 103087885 |
0 cfs |
Aspen C Abv Leviathan Mine Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 103087891 |
1 cfs |
Aspen C Overburden Seep Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 103087892 |
0 cfs |
E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca
USGS 10308200 |
89 cfs |
Leviathan C Ab Aspen C Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 10308789 |
1 cfs |
Bryant C Bl Mountaineer C Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 10308794 |
3 cfs |
4L C Nr Markleeville Ca
USGS 103087889 |
0 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Tuolumne Meadows - Yosemite National Park | 304 | 8,626 ft | |||
Aerie Crag RV Camp | 15 | 7,209 ft | |||
Robinson Creek | 60 | 7,047 ft | |||
Lower Twin Lake | 17 | 7,102 ft | |||
Boulder | 10 | 7,411 ft | |||
Junction | 13 | 9,542 ft | |||
Cattleguard | 15 | 7,268 ft | |||
Silver Lake - June Lake | 63 | 7,227 ft | |||
Paha | 26 | 7,073 ft | |||
Tioga Lake | 13 | 9,669 ft | |||
Lower Lee Vining | 60 | 7,334 ft | |||
Saddlebag Lake | 20 | 10,182 ft | |||
Trumbull Lake | 59 | 9,694 ft | |||
Lundy Lake Park | 50 | 7,632 ft | |||
Ellery | 12 | 9,512 ft | |||
Green Creek | 15 | 8,023 ft |