CAMP HIGH SIERRA
869 Lake Mary Road (P.O. Box 711)
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Phone: (760) 934-2368

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General Information

Camp High Sierra is owned and operated by the Department of Recreation and Parks. The camp is staff by well qualified, experienced people. Camp High Sierra is a family-oriented facility. When visiting the camp, the campers must be aware of the diversity of the wildlife sometimes seen in camp: bears, coyotes, raccoons, deer, etc. So please campers, please be aware and be careful. The camp is situated amid towering snow-clad moutains in the pictures que Mammoth Lakes region, and is open during the summer months for family camper, trailer, cabin and tent camping. Amenitites include tables and stoves at each campsite, as well as hot shower and sanitary facilities, and a historic recreation lodge. The surrounding scenic areas are perfect for photographs, as well as opportunities for hiking, swimming, fishing, horseback riding, backpack trips and bicycling.

Dogs are welcome in camp, but must remain with you at all times. They must also be on leash when they are outdoors, inside with you at night, with you when you are away from your cabin or campsite, and always kept as quiet as possible.

CAMP HIGH SIERRA FEES & RESERVATIONS

Family and individual camping available from June to September. Reservations accepted in advance, for a minimum rental of three nights.

Reservation Policy and Procedures

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations for the upcoming season will be accepted beginning the second Monday in January at 9:00 a.m. by calling the Camping Office at (213) 485-4853.

Only two cabins and/or campsite per telephone call. The maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive days.

Deposit – Payment

Payment in full is required on all reservations, and must be remitted to the Department of Recreation and Parks within 10 working days of the date the reservation was made.
Reservations are not confirmed until receipt of deposit.

Refund Policies

Reservations cancelled at least one month prior to arrival date will be refunded minus a $50.00 Administrative Fee.

Cancellations less than one month prior to arrival date will not be refunded.

NOTE: On March 5, 2002, the Town of Mammoth Lakes adopted Transient Occupancy Tax. Camp users will be assessed the current Town of Mammoth Lakes Transient Occupancy Tax rate in addition to the appropriate overnight camp use fees.

Overnight Reservation Fees
Service/Facility Fee
Camp Sites without Electricity
(1 Family, 6 Persons - campers, trailers and tents)
$35 Per Night
Camp Sites with Electricity (1 Family, 6 Persons) $40 Per Night
Cabins 1 - 8 (1 Family, 6 Persons)  $50 Per Night
Cabins 9, 10 with Sink and Toilet (1 Family, 4 Persons)  $75 Per Night with indoor plumbing

Day Use Reservation Fees
Service/Facility Fee
Day Use of Kitchen / Dining Hall
$ 100 per day
Day Use of Campgrounds (Picnic) $ 10 per person
Showers (by non-campers) $ 7.50 per person
Extra Persons  Call for Quote: Camping Office at (213) 485-4853
Extra Vehicles  Call for Quote: Camping Office at (213) 485-4853

SPECIAL NOTE: NEW RATES & FEES - To ensure accurate fees are calculated for your reservation, please call the Camping Office for assistance at 213.485.4853.

Map and directions

From Los Angeles, travel north on I-5 (Golden State Fwy.) to Hwy. 14 (Palmdale/Lancaster exit). Continue north on Hwy. 14 all the way through the town of Mojave. Bear to the right out of Mojave, and continue on 14 until it connects with Hwy 395, about 50 miles north of Mojave. Continue on 395 through Bishop (toward Reno), and exit at the Mammoth Lakes turnoff (Hwy. 203), and continue through Mammoth. The camp will be on your left, approximately one mile past the 3rd signal (on Lake Mary Road). The camp phone number is (760) 934 2368 (summer only).

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