Old Shady Rest Campground
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Old Shady Rest Campground is a large facility convenient to numerous outdoor activities and attractions in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, and within walking distance of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes. The campground is popular for hiking, mountain biking, sightseeing and hitting the town for shopping and dining. The facility best accommodates tents and small to medium-sized RVs. Recreation The Mammoth Lakes area has much to keep campers busy. The majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Keep reading
Skiing is a major winter pastime in this area. The eastern Sierras are known for their exceptional trout fishing, and several creeks and lakes are within a short drive from the campground. Families enjoy learning more at the visitor center down the street, or taking a paved walking and biking trail to two nearby campgrounds, a town park with a playing field and skate park, or Mammoth Lakes. Facilities The campground is organized into one large loop, adjacent to New Shady Rest and Pine Glen Campgrounds and a short walk to Mammoth Lakes. Several amenities are provided, including restrooms with flush toilets, campfire rings and picnic tables, and many more are within a few miles. Showers are not located in the campground but are nearby. Bear-proof lockers are available for food storage, and firewood can be purchased on-site. Natural Features The campsites are located under the shady canopy of a mature Jeffery pine forest at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Many species of wildlife call the mountains home, such as black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and numerous fish and birds. Nearby Attractions For campers interested in local events, the Mammoth Jazz Jubilee is hosted in Mammoth in mid-July. Several other events and amenities are available in town. Many great day trips for sightseers are available in the area, such as Yosemite National Park, Mono Basin and Devils Postpile National Monument. Charges & Cancellations As you make travel plans that include reservations on Recreation.gov , there are standard policies that apply to most locations of which you should be aware. Do keep in mind, however, that there are many exceptions, so it is best to review reservation information listed on individual facility pages for those policies and procedures that pertain to your specific locations. Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the res
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| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 001 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 002 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 003 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 004 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 005 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 006 | standard nonelectric | 44 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 007 | standard nonelectric | 18 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 008 | standard nonelectric | 26 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 009 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 010 | standard nonelectric | 39 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 011 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 012 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 014 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 015 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 016 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 017 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 018 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 019 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 020 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 021 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 022 | standard nonelectric | 46 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 023 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 024 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 025 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 026 | standard nonelectric | 47 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 027 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 028 | standard nonelectric | 41 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 029 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 030 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 031 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 032 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 033 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 035 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 036 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 037 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 038 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 040 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 044 | standard nonelectric | 58 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 045 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 046 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 047 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 048 | standard nonelectric | 44 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 049 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 050 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND | 051 | standard nonelectric | 43 ft | — |
Booking
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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