Leavitt Meadows
Leavitt Meadows campground is nestled amidst Jeffrey Pines alongside the West Walker River. Nearby Leavitt Meadows Trailhead is the starting point for a horse or foot trail along the West Walker River into an area of lake-filled basins. Many climbers use this trail to approach Tower Peak, which offers both technical climbs and scrambles. Campground elevation is 7800.
More like this: reservable in California · pets allowed in California
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
The Leavitt Meadows campground has small RV (less than 24 feet in length) and tent friendly sites. All sites offer picnic tables, campfire rings, and food storage lockers. The campground has vault toilets, drinking water, and garbage service. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Late May to Late September |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | No reservations needed, first come, first serve. |
| Fees | Per Day: $28 Single/$6 Extra Vehicle. |
| Rules | California camp fire permit required ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/passes-permits/?cid=fseprd673196 ). Dog must be on a leash at campground. |
Weather by month
Getting there
1. From Highway 395 south in Bridgeport, drive approximately 17 miles to Highway 108 Sonora Junction. 2. Turn left on Highway 108 and go approximately six miles. The campground is on left hand side of highway.
| Coordinates | 38.3378° N, 119.5542° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
47 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bear Valley Adventure Company ↗ | 27.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump Station ↗ | 33.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Custom Truck Accessories ↗ | 56.5 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
Leavitt Meadows Campground (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest) near Bridgeport, California
Worth a stop
- 0.3 miLeavitt Meadows Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4.3 mi
- 4.4 miSonora Pass Th ↗Trailhead
- 9.3 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miWest Walker River ↗16.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miSecret Lake2.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miNorth Cloudbust0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 1.3 miPoore Lake ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miCloudbust Disp0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 2.4 miWolf Creek Lake2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miLeavitt Meadows Trailhead ↗Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Stanislaus National Forest begins about 4.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.5 miStanislaus National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,090,354 acres
- 4.6 miCarson-Iceberg Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 158,147 acres
- 7.6 miHoover Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 128,044 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Baker Highway Maintenance StationHistoric district · Strawberry · 11 mi
Natural features
Leavitt Meadows is at an elevation of 7200 feet.
Recreation
Leavitt Meadows campground is popular for fishing, hiking, and backpacking. The campground sits along a scenic river in an open meadow area. It's positioned at a trailhead that serves as a gateway to the wilderness areas of the eastern Sierra Nevada. The location offers easy access to multiple hiking trails while providing the convenience of developed camping facilities with running water and restrooms. Its riverside setting makes it popular for both overnight camping and as a starting point for backcountry adventures. Flyfishing is often popular in the river.
Guidebooks for California
We earn a small commission if you buy through these links. It does not change what we list.
Titles come from Open Library's catalog, matched by subject heading or by title.
Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Leavitt Meadows?
Sites at Leavitt Meadows are reservable on Recreation.gov. No reservations needed, first come, first serve. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Leavitt Meadows?
Per Day: $28 Single/$6 Extra Vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Leavitt Meadows?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Leavitt Meadows have?
16 sites, including 16 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Leavitt Meadows?
Yes, pets are allowed at Leavitt Meadows. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Leavitt Meadows?
Leavitt Meadows campground is popular for fishing, hiking, and backpacking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Leavitt Meadows is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sonora Bridge (4.4 mi), Obsidian (6.3 mi), and Chris Flat (6.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby