Convict Lake Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 93.9 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 94.4 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.5948, -118.8481
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
A short walk from Convict Lake, the campground is located along Convict Creek. There are85 campsites with bear lockers at each campsite. Many sites are flat and suitable for RVs. shower hookups are not available. Showers may be purchased at near by Convict Lake Resort. Dump station is located along Convict Lake Road,1/4 mile from campground.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Convict Lake Campground free?
No. Convict Lake Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Convict Lake Campground?
Located two miles off Highway 395 between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, west of the Mammoth Yosemite Airport.
What are the rules at Convict Lake Campground?
Dogs must always be on leash and under owner control. Maximum stay 14 days. Active bear area. All food must be secured overnight and when not attended; bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48" x 30" x 36"). Always keep a clean camp and do not feed wildlife.
Nearby
- CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND0.3 mi
- Mcgee Creek Campground3.9 mi
- Mcgee Creek Campground4.0 mi
- MCGEE CREEK4.1 mi
- Crowley Lake Campground4.7 mi
- Crowley Lake Campground4.7 mi
- Sherwin Creek Campground5.4 mi
- SHERWIN CREEK5.5 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site93.9 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water94.4 mi
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
