Saddlebag Lake Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Campsite: Single Family (no hook-ups).
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 60.3 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 60.8 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.9645, -119.2708
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Elevation 10,000 feet. 20 campsites and 1 large group site at Saddlebag Lake near the Hoover Wilderness. This is Bear Country. Please store food properly and don 't feed the bears. Small RV 's or short trailers only, no RV hook ups. Reservations are only available for the large group site.
From the USFS.
Is Saddlebag Lake Campground free?
No. Saddlebag Lake Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Saddlebag Lake Campground?
From US 395 at Lee Vining, go west on CA 120, then north on Forest Road 04.
What are the rules at Saddlebag 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
- Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp0.1 mi
- Sawmill Walk-in Campground0.6 mi
- Junction Campground2.1 mi
- Ellery Lake Campground2.3 mi
- Tioga Lake Campground2.7 mi
- Big Bend Campground4.0 mi
- Aspen Campground4.9 mi
- Trumbull Lake Campground5.9 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site60.3 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water60.8 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.
