Reversed Creek Campground
Reversed Creek Campground is a small, shaded and private facility in the June Lake area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Within a few miles, campers can access two lakes with fishing and boating opportunities, scenic views and the small town of June Lake.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 30 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | Back-in | 32 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 38 | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 005 | Pull-through | 32 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 38 | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 26 | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 26 | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 011 | Back-in | 32 | 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 | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
This is a small facility with private campsites well-spaced around a loop. Each campsite can accommodate a 30-foot vehicle. The facility provides drinking water, flush toilets and bear-proof lockers for food storage. Campers can make use of the boat ramp and marina at nearby June Lake Campground, as well as a swimming beach at Oh Ridge Campground.
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 | Reversed Creek Campground, Inyo National Forest - Recreation.gov OPERATED BY: RRM-CLM Services, DBA Inyo Recreation, 11811 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85028. |
| Fees | $30.00 per night. |
| Rules | Active bear area, bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48"x 30"x 36"). |
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Getting there
Reversed Creek Campground is about 350 miles north of Los Angeles and 150 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Take U.S. Highway 395 to its southern junction with Highway 158. Take 158 for 2.3 miles to June Lake, then continue 0.4 mile to the campground sign. Turn left and drive 0.1 mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | June Lake, California |
| Coordinates | 37.7712° N, 119.0834° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
32 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 ↗ | 1.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 26.7 mi |
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Reversed Creek Campground, California Campsite Photos
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miGull Lake Fisherman Tr0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miReversed Peak Loop2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miYost Meadow Loop ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miYost Lake0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.8 miFern Lake0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miSilver Lake Horse1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
Owens River Headwaters Wilderness begins about 1 mile away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1 miOwens River Headwaters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 14,698 acres
- 2.6 miAnsel Adams Wilderness ↗Wilderness · FS/NPS · 231,619 acres
- 7.3 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Devils Postpile National Monument Ranger CabinBuilding · Mammoth Lakes · 9.8 mi
- Tioga Pass Entrance StationBuilding · Lee Vining · 13.6 mi
- Great Sierra Mine Historic SiteHistoric district · Lee Vining · 14.8 mi
Natural features
The campground sits at an elevation of 7,600 feet in a stand of mature aspen trees. The area is surrounded by 11,000 and 12,000' peaks.
Recreation
A variety of water and land-based activities surround the campground. Gull Lake, across from the campground entrance, and nearby June Lake offer great rainbow trout fishing. Campers also enjoy paddling down Mono Creek or hiking the area's various trails, including one to Mammoth Rock and scenic Sherwin Lakes and Gaylor Lake Trails. A drive along the June Lake Loop results in expansive views of rugged mountain peaks and several lakes.
Nearby
Hikers can access the scenic Ansel Adams Wilderness via nearby trails, and Mono Lake and Yosemite National Park are great day trips. Ansel Adams Wilderness Yosemite National Park
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Reversed Creek Campground?
Sites at Reversed Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reversed Creek Campground, Inyo National Forest - Recreation.gov OPERATED BY: RRM-CLM Services, DBA Inyo Recreation, 11811 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85028. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Reversed Creek Campground?
$30.00 per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Reversed Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Reversed Creek Campground?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Reversed Creek Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Reversed Creek Campground have?
16 sites, including 16 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Reversed Creek 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 Reversed Creek Campground?
The facility provides drinking water, flush toilets and bear-proof lockers for food storage.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Reversed Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Reversed Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Reversed Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, 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 Reversed Creek Campground?
A variety of water and land-based activities surround the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Reversed Creek Campground?
June Lake, California. Hikers can access the scenic Ansel Adams Wilderness via nearby trails, and Mono Lake and Yosemite National Park are great day trips.
Source: Getting there