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Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp

Inyo National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundInyo National ForestCalifornia⭐ 3.3 (6)
Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp
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Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.

About Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp

Trailhead Group Campground is located in the eastern high Sierra Nevada Mountains of California at just over 10,000 feet in elevation. Also known as Saddlebag Lake Group Campground, the facility is adjacent to the scenic lake and provides a quiet mountain getaway for groups of up to 25 people. It is within a two-hour drive of Yosemite National Park and Mono Lake, and lies next to the Hoover Wilderness.One group area

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Nearest DC fast charging: 8.8 mi away (straight line).

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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.

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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.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~276 mi from LA

Ratings

3.3★★★☆☆6 ratings
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❓ Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp?

Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp 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 can I get a spot at Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.

Is Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp a good campground?

Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp holds an average rating of 3.3/5 from 6 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp located?

Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp is located in Inyo National Forest, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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