Crags Campground
Crags Campground is located just 10 miles from Bridgeport, California, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The Twin Lakes area is close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
22 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 1 | |||
| 005 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 1 | |||
| 006 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 6 / 1 | |||
| 008 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 6 / 1 | |||
| 009 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | ||
| 010 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | ||
| 011 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | ||
| 013 | FAM | Standard | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | ||
| 014 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | ||
| 015 | FAM | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 |
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 | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Camping fees on single sites include one vehicle. Extra vehicle fee of $6 per vehicle per night is due at kiosk in the campground. All extra vehicles must fit on the asphalt at the campsite. (Double, Triple and Group sites have additional vehicles within the camping fees). |
| Accessibility | Sites GROUP, XXX are listed accessible |
The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 45 people, with picnic and serving tables, grills, food storage lockers, a campfire circle and ample parking. Several single and double-family sites, some of which are accessible, are also available. Flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Robinson Creek South Campground is nearby, where educational programs are held on weekends from July 4 through Labor Day.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Late May to September |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | Sites 3, 5, 6, 8-11, 13-20, 22-24, 26-27 can be reserved at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232367 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD… |
| Fees | Per Day: $30 Single/$50 Double/$65 Triple/$6 Extra Vehicle. Crags Group Site (up to 45 people) $150 per night. |
| 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
From Bridgeport, California, take Highway 395 and turn south at Twin Lakes Road and travel 9.6 miles. Turn left onto the paved road across from the Twin Lakes Resort Laundromat. Travel approximately 0.6 miles, go across Robinson Creek Bridge and turn left into campground.
| Nearest town | Bridgeport, California |
| Coordinates | 38.1736° N, 119.3042° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
45 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 ↗ | 18.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 33.4 mi |
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Crags Campground - Toiyabe National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
Upper and Lower Twin Lakes are within walking distance, offering beautiful mountain scenery, boating, canoeing and fishing for Kokanee salmon and rainbow and brown trout. Twin Lakes Resort is just across the road. The rugged and scenic Hoover Wilderness Area can be accessed from the Twin Lakes area and offers additional trails for hiking and horseback riding.
- 4.8 miGreen Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.1 miTamarack4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miTwin ATV Connector1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 2.6 miHorse-Cattle Creek ↗5.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miSawmill Ridge Route ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miCattle Creek Route1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.4 miBuckeye Disp 3under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
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
This campground sits inside Hoover Wilderness.
- inHoover Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 128,044 acres
- 6.9 miYosemite Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 704,624 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.
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Natural features
The campground offers views of the rugged Sawtooth Ridge, with craggy peaks topping out at over 10,500 feet in elevation. A forest of Jeffrey pines towers over the campground, offering limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the area.
Recreation
Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Crags Campground?
Sites at Crags Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Sites 3, 5, 6, 8-11, 13-20, 22-24, 26-27 can be reserved at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232367 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD… Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Crags Campground?
Camping fees on single sites include one vehicle. Extra vehicle fee of $6 per vehicle per night is due at kiosk in the campground. All extra vehicles must fit on the asphalt at the campsite.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Crags Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Crags Campground have?
28 sites, including 21 standard sites without power and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Crags Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 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 there showers or a dump station at Crags Campground?
Flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Crags Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Crags Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Crags Campground?
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
Are there accessible sites at Crags Campground?
Sites GROUP and XXX are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Crags Campground?
FCC coverage maps show 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 there to do at Crags Campground?
Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Crags Campground?
Bridgeport, California. Upper and Lower Twin Lakes are within walking distance, offering beautiful mountain scenery, boating, canoeing and fishing for Kokanee salmon and rainbow and brown trout.
Source: Getting there