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Convict Lake Campground

Convict Lake CampgroundPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
48
sites
May–Sep
best months

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  • 48 sites for tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 7,556 ft
  • Near Crowley LakeMammoth Ranger District · Inyo National Forest

Convict Lake Campground is situated near Convict Lake amidst the beautiful scenery of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake and surrounding national forest provide many opportunities for family fun, outdoor recreation and relaxation. The campground and nearby resort offer many amenities for a convenient and enjoyable camping experience. The facility is located between Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California, near Mammoth Airport.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Convict Lake Campground

    Campground

    Campground · < 0.1 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    The Restaurant at Convict Lake

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 1 mi
  • If it rains

    Hot Spring

    Hot spring

    On your way back · 4 mi

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  • Best time to go · May–Sep

    Best time to visit Convict Lake Campground

    Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      41° / 17°

    2. Feb

      41° / 18°

    3. Mar

      45° / 22°

    4. Apr

      51° / 27°

    5. May

      60° / 35°

    6. Jun

      70° / 42°

    7. Jul

      78° / 49°

    8. Aug

      77° / 47°

    9. Sep

      71° / 40°

    10. Oct

      61° / 30°

    11. Nov

      49° / 23°

    12. Dec

      41° / 17°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Mammoth Lakes Rs, CA, 7 mi away at 7,804 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Convict Lake Campground

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