Palisade Group Camp
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
- Coordinates
- 37.4949, -118.7185
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This was formerly a very small family campground that has recently been converted into an "overflow" group camp designed for smaller groups (less than 25) who are not able to reserve the Rock Creek Lake Group site. While not quite as scenic as the Rock Creek Group site, this location is well suited for large family and small organizational group gatherings.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Palisade Group Camp free?
No. Palisade Group Camp charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Palisade Group Camp?
From Mammoth Lakes go south on US 395 for approximately 13 miles. Take the Tom 's Place exit and follow Forest Service Highway 12 (Rock Creek Road) for about six miles the campground is on the right. From Bishop go north on US 395 for about 30 miles. Take the Tom's Place exit and follow Forest Service Highway 12 (Rock Creek Road) for about six miles.
What are the rules at Palisade Group Camp?
Use is by reservation only at 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. 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
- East Fork Campground0.5 mi
- East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (CA)0.8 mi
- PALISADES GROUP CAMPGROUND0.8 mi
- Big Meadows Campground1.2 mi
- Iris Meadow Campground1.6 mi
- Pine Grove Campground1.7 mi
- Upper Pine Grove Campground1.8 mi
- Aspen Group Campground1.9 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.
