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Whitney Portal Campground

Inyo National Forest · Lone Pine, CA

Operating window: May 1 – Oct 31 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling

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47

Total Sites

8,361 ft

Elevation

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40 ft

Max RV

44 Tent26 RV3 Group

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  • Address:Lone Pine, CA
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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

Reservations

This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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Individual Sites (91)

001
#001

001

Loop WHIT

Check official pricing Max 6 guests35 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve
002
#002

002

Loop WHIT

Check official pricing Max 6 guests16 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve
003
#003

003

Loop WHIT

Check official pricing Max 6 guests26 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve
004
#004

004

Loop WHIT

Check official pricing Max 6 guests16 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve
005
#005

005

Loop WHIT

CampsiteTentPets OKCampfires
Reserve
006
#006

006

Loop WHIT

Check official pricing Max 6 guests16 ft
CampsiteTentPets OKCampfires
Reserve

Within ~30 miles

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