Big Pine Canyon
Inyo National Forest
Big Pine Canyon in California has 1 open booking window on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Aug 30–Wed Sep 2. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 16.1 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
📊 How often sites open up here
CampSage's scans caught 8 openings at Big Pine Canyon over the last 30 days, on 8 separate days, most of them for stays 3–7 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.
These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
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❓ Big Pine Canyon FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Big Pine Canyon?
Big Pine Canyon in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How much does it cost to camp at Big Pine Canyon?
Campsite fees at Big Pine Canyon run about $90/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.
How can I get a spot at Big Pine Canyon when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Big Pine Canyon often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.
How often do campsites open up at Big Pine Canyon?
CampSage's scans caught 8 openings at Big Pine Canyon over the last 30 days, on 8 separate days, most of them for stays 3–7 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
Is Big Pine Canyon a good campground?
Big Pine Canyon holds an average rating of 4.5/5 from 15 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Is there cell service at Big Pine Canyon?
Campers report no usable signal at Big Pine Canyon — every carrier we have reports for rates 0 out of 5 across 12 reports. Plan for no service. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — coverage can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.
Where is Big Pine Canyon located?
Big Pine Canyon is located in Eastern Sierra / Mammoth, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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