Trumbull Lake
Trumbull Lake Campground is located next to its scenic namesake at an elevation of 9,980 feet. The lake is one of ten alpine lakes in the area. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 29 |
| RV, no hookups | 1 |
| Host/management | 12 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 82 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | BDBL | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Full | 12 / 2 | |
| 006 | BDBL | Standard | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Full | 12 / 2 | |
| 009 | BDBL | Standard | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Full | 12 / 2 | |
| 040 | TRPL | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Full | 18 / 3 | |
| 001 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | |
| 003 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | |
| 004 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | |
| 005 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 82 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | |
| 007 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 58 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | |
| 008 | TRUM | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 82 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This campground contains several single-family sites, a few double sites and one triple site, all with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. A few sites closer to the water have partial lake views. picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. A few sites closer to the water have partial lake views. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Check in for campsites is 2pm, check out is noon.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Early June to Early October |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232117 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | Per Day: $34 Single/ $50 Double/$65 Triple/$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. |
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Getting there
Travel 13.5 miles south of Bridgeport on Highway 395. Turn right at Conway Summit. Travel 5.9 miles on Forest Road 21 to where the asphalt turns to gravel. Turn right at campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Bridgeport, California |
| Coordinates | 38.0506° N, 119.2572° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
39 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 27.6 mi |
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Trumbull Lake Campground, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California Campsite Photos
Worth a stop
The Virginia Lakes area is very close, offering additional canoeing and fishing. The Virginia Lake Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, provides access into the adjacent Hoover Wilderness Area and Yosemite National Park. Bodie State Park.
- 4.1 miGreen Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.9 miTuolumne Meadows Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miGreen Creek ↗10.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.1 miVirginia Lake0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 1.8 miV Lake Disp 16under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 1.8 miVirginia Spring0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 1.8 miV Lake Disp 15under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 1.9 miV Lake Disp 14under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
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
Yosemite Wilderness begins about 2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2 miYosemite Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 704,624 acres
- 2.6 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is situated on the shores of quiet Trumbull Lake, a 100-acre lake surrounded by towering peaks and glacier-carved cirques. A dense forest of lodgepole pine covers the campground, providing ample shade in most campsites. Aspens and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
Recreation
Trumbull Lake offers canoeing and fishing for rainbow, brown and brook trout in a beautiful natural setting.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Trumbull Lake?
Sites at Trumbull Lake are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232117 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Trumbull Lake?
Per Day: $34 Single/ $50 Double/$65 Triple/$6 Extra Vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Trumbull Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Trumbull Lake have?
42 sites, including 29 standard sites without power and 1 RV site without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Trumbull Lake?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Trumbull Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Trumbull Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Trumbull Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. California camp fire permit required ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/passes-permits/?cid=fseprd673196 ).
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Trumbull Lake?
Bridgeport, California. The Virginia Lakes area is very close, offering additional canoeing and fishing.
Source: Getting there
What if Trumbull Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lower Virginia Creek Primitive Campground (2.1 mi, first-come), Green Creek Group (4.3 mi), and Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp (6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby