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Rock Creek Lake Campground
Rock Creek Lake is a campground in Inyo National Forest, California, managed by the USDA Forest Service[3]. Recreation.gov lists 26 overnight campsites and the campground can be reserved there[1][2].
What to expect
Recreation.gov lists 13 tent only nonelectric sites, 7 standard nonelectric sites and 6 walk to sites[1]. Of the listed sites, 7 accept an RV or trailer and 23 accept a tent[4]. Most sites allow up to 6 people[5]. Check-in is 2:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM on Recreation.gov[6][7]. The Recreation.gov description says the sites sit on a low hill above the lake at an elevation of 9,600 feet[8]. It also says the lake is known for trout fishing and that power boats are limited to electric motors[8]. The Tamarack Trail starts in the campground, according to that description[8].
Campsite details
From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Campsites[1] | 26 |
| Site types[1] | 13 tent only nonelectric, 7 standard nonelectric, 6 walk to |
| Reservations[2] | Yes, on Recreation.gov |
| Equipment[4] | RV or trailer at 7 sites, tent at 23 sites |
| Pets[9] | Allowed at all listed sites |
| Campfires[10] | Allowed at all listed sites |
| Check-in[6] | 2:00 PM |
| Check-out[7] | 11:00 AM |
| People per site[5] | 6 |
Before you go
- Reserve on Recreation.gov, where this campground is listed as reservable[2].
- Pets are allowed at all 26 sites with this detail listed, per Recreation.gov[9].
- Campfires are allowed at all 26 sites with this detail listed, but fire restrictions can apply at any time[10].
- Recreation.gov says bears live in the area and bear-proof lockers are provided for food[8].
- For campground details, the description lists the phone number (760) 935-4121[8]. Site details can lag behind changes on the ground, so confirm on Recreation.gov.
Questions people ask
- Can you reserve Rock Creek Lake campground?
- Yes, Recreation.gov lists Rock Creek Lake as reservable[2].
- Are dogs allowed at Rock Creek Lake?
- Recreation.gov site details say pets are allowed at all 26 campsites with this detail listed[9].
- Are campfires allowed at Rock Creek Lake?
- Recreation.gov lists campfires as allowed at all 26 campsites with this detail listed, and fire restrictions can apply at any time[10].
- Can I bring an RV to Rock Creek Lake?
- Recreation.gov lists 7 sites that accept an RV or trailer[4].
Facts and sources
- Recreation.gov lists 26 overnight campsites at Rock Creek Lake: 13 tent only nonelectric, 7 standard nonelectric, 6 walk to. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Rock Creek Lake can be reserved on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Rock Creek Lake is a campground managed by the USDA Forest Service in Inyo National Forest, California. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Permitted equipment at Rock Creek Lake: 7 sites accept an RV or trailer and 23 accept a tent. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Maximum people per campsite at Rock Creek Lake: 6 at most sites (range 6 to 6). Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Check-in time at Rock Creek Lake on Recreation.gov: 2:00 PM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Check-out time at Rock Creek Lake on Recreation.gov: 11:00 AM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Recreation.gov description for Rock Creek Lake. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Pets allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Rock Creek Lake: yes at all 26 campsites with this detail listed. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Campfires allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Rock Creek Lake: yes at all 26 campsites with this detail listed. Fire restrictions can apply at any time. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Campsite data: Recreation Information Database (RIDB), Recreation.gov, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Not endorsed by Recreation.gov or any agency.