Mosquito Flat Backpacker Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.4345, -118.7471
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This is a special one night only campground designed for backpackers on the night before embarking on their backpack trip. 10 Single campsites. It is a walk-in campground (short distance).
From the USFS.
Is this site free?
Yes. this site is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to this site?
Mosquito Flat is at the end of Rock Creek Road. Exit Highway395 at Tom 's Place(approximately 13 miles south of Mammoth Lakes, 30 miles north of Bishop). Follow Rock Creek Road (FS 12) to the end, about 10 miles. This road is closed in winter.
What are the rules at this site?
Single night use only. 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
- Rock Creek Lake Campground1.2 mi
- Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, CA)1.4 mi
- Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)1.4 mi
- Rock Creek Lake Group Camp1.5 mi
- Upper Pine Grove Campground2.7 mi
- Pine Grove Campground2.8 mi
- East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (CA)3.8 mi
- PALISADES GROUP CAMPGROUND3.8 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
