Pine Glen
The Mammoth Lakes area has much to keep campers busy. The majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. The eastern Sierras are known for their exceptional trout fishing, and several creeks and lakes are within a short drive from the campground. Campers enjoy visiting the nearby visitor center and learning about the area, or taking a paved walking and bicycling trail to adjacent campgrounds, as well as Shady Rest Town Park and the town of Mammoth Lakes. Nine group sites are set up around one large loop at the end of New Shady Rest Campground.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Group sites | 8 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
17 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 08 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 09 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 11 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 14 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 15 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 30 / 5 | Yes | |
| 18 | Group | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 15 / 5 | Yes | |
| 20 | Group | Back-in | 65 | Partial | 15 / 5 | Yes | |
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 47 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
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 | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Inyo National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov OPERATED BY: RRM-CLM Services, DBA Inyo Recreation… |
| Fees | Pine Glen Group Sites 18 & 20 - $71.00 per night Pine Glen Group Sites 7-11, 14 & 15 - $143.00 per night. Pine Glen Family Sites - $30.00 per night. |
| Rules | Active bear area, bear boxes are provided and must be used ( typical bear box size 48"x30"x36" ) |
Weather by month
Getting there
Pine Glen is near Mammoth Lakes, California, 300 miles north of Los Angeles and 165 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Take U.S. Highway 395 to State Route 203. Proceed west on 203 for 2.8 miles to Old Sawmill Road. Take a right, go 0.1 mile, and turn right into the campground.
| Nearest town | Palo Alto, California |
| Coordinates | 37.6489° N, 118.9580° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Many species of wildlife call the mountains home, such as black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and numerous fish and birds.
- (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.
- Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.
- Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund.
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
36 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 ↗ | 0.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 34.1 mi |
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Explore
Video
Pine Glen Campground in the Talladega National Forest, Heflin Al.
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miShady Rest Spur Ski1.9 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.2 miShady Rest Ski Loop1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.2 miShady Rest-Knolls Ski0.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.2 mi5-Knolls Ski ↗5.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.5 miA-Sawmill Cutoff Sm ↗13.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.9 miWatertank Motorcycle Trail0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.9 miMammoth Rock Trailhead ↗Inyo 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
Ansel Adams Wilderness begins about 2.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.1 miAnsel Adams Wilderness ↗Wilderness · FS/NPS · 231,619 acres
- 3.3 miSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
- 4.7 miOwens River Headwaters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 14,698 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
- Devils Postpile National Monument Ranger CabinBuilding · Mammoth Lakes · 7.1 mi
Guidebooks for Inyo National Forest and California
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pine Glen?
Sites at Pine Glen are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov OPERATED BY: RRM-CLM Services, DBA Inyo Recreation… Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Pine Glen?
Pine Glen Group Sites 18 & 20 - $71.00 per night Pine Glen Group Sites 7-11, 14 & 15 - $143.00 per night. Pine Glen Family Sites - $30.00 per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pine Glen?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Pine Glen open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Pine Glen have?
18 sites, including 9 standard sites without power and 8 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pine Glen?
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Pine Glen?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pine Glen. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pine Glen?
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. Active bear area, bear boxes are provided and must be used ( typical bear box size 48"x30"x36" )
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Pine Glen?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Pine Glen?
Palo Alto, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Pine Glen is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Old Shady Rest Campground (0.2 mi), New Shady Rest Campground (0.3 mi), and Sherwin Creek (1.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby