4.34120 reviewsPrice
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
51 campsites
Season
Open during the camp...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
51 campsites
Season
Open during the camp...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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37.9320, -119.1542
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Learn more about alerts →Fall foliage chasers and trout anglers get the most out of this place. Late September through October, the aspens turn gold, bugs disappear, and Kevin will point you to the best fishing holes on the creek. Verizon users have reliable cell service; bring all your own water.
Light sleepers will struggle: creek noise runs all night, and neighbor noise can compound it on weekends. No potable water on-site, vault toilets drew cleanliness complaints, and the creek current is genuinely dangerous for kids and dogs despite looking approachable.
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Rated higher than 41% of graded campgrounds
Graded on what 68 campers actually wrote - graded on 14 things that make or break a trip. Each topic is graded against every other campground on it - A is among the best, C about average. No star ratings.
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Reference information about Lower Lee Vining Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>Campground is situated at 7,300 feet. 51 campsites are available. No drinking water. Portable toilets. 14 day stay limit. Each campsite is equipped with a bear locker for food storage.</p>
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Fall brings the best conditions, with aspens turning gold from late September through October. Daytime temperatures range from mid-40s to low-60s°F, with nights dropping to freezing or below. Lower water flows improve creek clarity for fishing, and bugs thin out compared to summer. Summer sees comfortable 70°F days and 40°F nights. Early snow can arrive in autumn, with winter transforming the area into challenging cold-weather terrain. Weekdays are quieter than weekends, even in peak season.
Fall is highlighted: aspens turn gold late Sept–Oct; reviewers cite best conditions then.
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Potable water is not available at this site.
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