Reds Meadow Campground Inyo National Forest California

Reds Meadow Overview

Reds Meadow Campground has 56 campsites and is close to the San Joaquin River and Devils Postpile National Monument. To reach the campground you’ll need to drive down a narrow/single lane road. Only campers are allowed to take their vehicle down the road to the campground. The campground usually opens in early June and stays open through September (snow permitting).

Reds Meadow campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and small RVs. Keep in mind that large trailers and RVs will have difficulty on the narrow road to the campground.  The campground has drinking water, flush toilets and hot showers ($).  Each campsite also has a food locker, table, fire ring and grill.

Outdoor recreation includes fishing, backpacking, hiking, picnicking, horseback riding, stargazing and wildlife viewing. The town of Mammoth Lakes is about 12 miles away should you need an supplies. You can also take a shuttle if you don’t want to drive. There is also a small store and restaurant close to Reds Meadow.

Other campgrounds in the area include Minaret Falls, Pumice Flat and Devils Postpile.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Cafe
• Camp Store
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Drinking Water
• Equestrian Facilities
• Equestrian trail
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Food Storage Locker
• Grills
• Pack Station
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
• Showers

Activities

• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Creek
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Historic Sites
• Horseback riding
• Nature Trails
• Photography
• River
• Stargazing
• Visitor Center
• Walking Trails
• Wildlife Viewing
• Winter Sports