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Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)

Inyo National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundEastern Sierra / MammothCalifornia⭐ 4.4 (165)
Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)
🟢 7 open windows right now — soonest Tue Sep 1–Thu Sep 3
18 of the last 119 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 7h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) in California has 7 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Tue Sep 1–Thu Sep 3. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Tue Sep 1 – Thu Sep 32 nightsbook these dates →sites #008, #021
Wed Sep 2 – Fri Sep 42 nightsbook these dates →sites #026
Mon Sep 7 – Thu Sep 103 nightsbook these dates →sites #016
Mon Sep 7 – Wed Sep 92 nightsbook these dates →opened 21h agosites #018
Tue Sep 8 – Thu Sep 102 nightsbook these dates →sites #014
Wed Sep 16 – Fri Sep 182 nightsbook these dates →sites #001, #007
Sun Sep 20 – Tue Sep 222 nightsbook these dates →sites #002, #024

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #008 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #08 featuring picnic table,
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #008 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #08 featuring picnic table, Recreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #008 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #08 featuring picnic table,
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #008 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #08 featuring picnic table, Recreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #021 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #21 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #021 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #21 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #021 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #21 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #021 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #21 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #026 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #26 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #026 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #26 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #026 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #26 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #026 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #26 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #016 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #16 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #016 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #16 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #016 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #16 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #016 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #16 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #018 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #18 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #018 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #18 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #018 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #18 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #018 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #18 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #014 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #14 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #014 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #14 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
Campsite AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #014 — Rock Creek Lake Campground site #14 mountain top setting fea
Site AREA ROCK CREEK LAKE #014 · Rock Creek Lake Campground site #14 mountain top setting feaRecreation Resource Management
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🔭 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 37 openings at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) over the last 30 days, on 27 separate days, most of them for stays 7–28 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.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~237 mi from LA💵 $35/nightStandard NonelectricTent Only NonelectricWalk To🎒 backcountry🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.4★★★★☆150 ratings
5★98
4★31
3★9
2★3
1★9
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile0.1/4
Verizon0.1/4
AT&T0.0/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)?

Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) 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 Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)?

Campsite fees at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) run about $35/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) 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 Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)?

CampSage's scans caught 37 openings at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) over the last 30 days, on 27 separate days, most of them for stays 7–28 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 Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) a good campground?

Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 165 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA)?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA), T-Mobile rates highest at 0.1 out of 5 from 34 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) located?

Rock Creek Lake (Inyo National Forest, CA) 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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