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National Forest
Whitney Portal Campground
Inyo National Forest · Lone Pine, CA
Operating window: May 1 – Oct 31 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling
$27.00 /night
Verify with the local Forest Service ranger district
Forest Service campgrounds vary by district. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and operating dates are set locally and change seasonally. Call the ranger district to confirm.
$27.00
Per Night
44
Total Sites
8,361 ft
Elevation
0.0
0 Reviews
40 ft
Max RV
37 Tent4 RV3 Group
About
Trailhead campground for Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous US. Popular with climbers and backpackers. Spectacular granite scenery.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Bear Boxes
Camp Store Nearby
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in 2:00 PM
Check-out 12:00 PM
Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash · Max 2 per site
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (44)
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Mount Whitney Portal to Lone Pine Lake
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Mount Whitney Trail
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