Convict Lake Campground

A mountain lake as seen from a campground

Photo · USFS

Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

48Sites

55 ftMax rig

The place

Convict Lake Campground is situated near Convict Lake amidst the beautiful scenery of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake and surrounding national forest provide many opportunities for family fun, outdoor recreation and relaxation. The campground and nearby resort offer many amenities for a convenient and enjoyable camping experience. The facility is located between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California, near Mammoth Airport. Recreation The eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains are known for exceptional trout fishing. Anglers can cast a line for rainbow and brown trout in the creek or lake. Keep reading

Power boats are limited to electric motors on the lake (six horsepower or less). The area's majestic scenery and variety of trails draw in hikers, mountain bikers and equestrian enthusiasts. The 3.5-mile Lake Trail can be accessed from the campground, and many other trails are in nearby John Muir Wilderness. Facilities This is a fairly large and well-organized facility with both reservable and first-come, first-served campsites. A few sites overlook the lake, while others are a short distance from the shore. Sites are spaced fairly close together. Flush toilets, drinking water, and a dump station are provided, as well as food storage lockers for safety from bears. Campers can purchase firewood on-site. A store, pack station, boat rentals, restaurant, and other amenities are just down the road at the Convict Lake Resort. Natural Features The campground sits at an elevation of 7,500 ft. and provides gorgeous views of the lake and the dramatic mountain scenery. Convict Creek runs through the campground, and the 167-acre Convict Lake is about 100 yards away. Shrubs and low vegetation fill in the landscape, though tall aspen and cottonwood trees grow along the creek. The area is abundant with wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and many species of fish and birds. Nearby Attractions Visitors can explore the magnificent John Muir Wilderness, which stretches for 100 miles along the crest of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It is a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially-carved terrain, and offers extensive hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 48

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	002	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	003	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	004	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	005	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	006	tent only nonelectric	34 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	008	tent only nonelectric	34 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	011	tent only nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	013	tent only nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	015	tent only nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	017	tent only nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	021	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	022	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	023	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	027	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	032	standard nonelectric	27 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	033	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	034	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	035	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	037	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	038	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	043	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	044	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	048	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	049	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	050	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	051	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	053	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	055	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	057	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	058	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	059	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	061	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	062	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	063	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	064	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	065	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	069	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	072	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	075	standard nonelectric	34 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	076	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	080	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	081	standard nonelectric	55 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	082	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	083	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	084	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	086	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—	yes
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	087	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND	088	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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