$35
Convict Lake
Closed for the season
Total sites: 48
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
7,552 ft
59°F
39°F
39°F
no signal
Inyo National Forest › Mammoth Ranger District › California
› Mono County
› Crowley Lake
› Convict Lake Campground
Convict Lake Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Convict Lake Campground is located in the Mammoth Ranger District, Inyo National Forest (4 hrs 26 min northeast of Clovis, CA) with an elevation of 7,552 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites including 11 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of October. 37 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $31.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
Campsite Reviews (270)
4.6 out of 5
| 5 star | 72% | |
| 4 star | 17% | |
| 3 star | 4% | |
| 2 star | 2% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@Constance66981 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #17
Heavy snows hit and could not camp.
@LauraF7174970 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #61
We loved our site # 61...which was a total gamble made on line...but the view of the spectacular granite mtns right out our Class A window was fabulous! We will be back and stay at #61 again! But the "creme de le creme" was finding Convict Lake Restaurant!!
@DouglasA757171 · Camped on Oct 8, 2025 at Campsite #5
The wind blows, but the sites are spaced very well, giving lots of privacy. The fish were biting, and the grounds were very clean.
@SandraH9191039 · Camped on Oct 7, 2025 at Campsite #35
Our second time staying at Convict Lake. First night we were in site 35; second night in 69 (we couldn't secure two nights in a row in the same spot as I reserved last minute.) The setting couldn't have been lovelier. Quiet and picturesque. The bathrooms are clean and lit inside at night. There were two camp hosts for the entire campground and both extremely friendly. One night we ate at the Restaurant at Convict Lake (highly recommend). Deer, squirrels, and chipmunks abound. Not sure we were watching a hawk or a golden eagle in the distance. It was just big and graceful. We learned that a bear broke into the vehicle in the campsite next to us the night before we got there. The door was unlocked and automatically closed behind it, so it was trapped. Comical, yet frightening. Never leave kibble in the car! Camp host to the rescue. Sorry we missed that (or am I?). Can't wait to go back next year.
@AnneW5848921 · Camped on Oct 6, 2025 at Campsite #87
A beautiful lake, lots of space between sites, and clean restrooms. No shade, but perfect for October. I'll be back!
@KaleviKDF3A72E · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #38
We resreved Site #38, which ended up being a shared drive, not large enough for 2 trailers side by side and this was not specified on the site information. The camp host was able to move us into another single site which fit very well.
@RobertG6814422 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #61
A fantastic campground with a great fishing lake.
@DeborahE193929 · Camped on Sep 30, 2025 at Campsite #4
Be sure to allow time to circumnavigate this beautiful lake! Note that in early October at the east end, there were lovely multiple creeks flowing into the lake without benefit of a bridge, so be prepared to cross on logs & beams. Our last night we decided to walk to dinner via the gorgeous winding creek and crossing the bridge, then up a slight hill to The Restaurant at Convict Lakea beautiful walk followed by a delicious dinner! Be sure to make reservations prior to your trip, since there is no cell reception at the campground.
@RichardM509620 · Camped on Sep 25, 2025 at Campsite #44
Its always a pleasant experience at Convict Lake. Camping near the stream is a plus. Watch out for the pesky bears !
@RichardL555896 · Camped on Sep 23, 2025 at Campsite #43
Clean sites and restrooms
@RichieSA958242 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #61
Great park. Great camp site. Clean areas. Close to the store and the hike at Convict lake is breath taking. it was a nice weekend just chillin with nature.
@MichaelT862538 · Camped on Sep 18, 2025 at Campsite #65
Nice campground, clean bathrooms.
@KellyC6920636 · Camped on Sep 15, 2025 at Campsite #50
The hosts were nice, the restrooms were very clean and the views amazing. We cant wait to go back!
@AnthonyK719761 · Camped on Sep 15, 2025 at Campsite #17
Thieves camp here. Snuck into our site and stole our paddle boards. Managers didnt seem to care. No warnings that this was a possibility. Convict lake has changed a lot over the years. It attracts the scummy crowd. Would have been better off dispersed camping off Benton.
@pierinae561451 · Camped on Sep 12, 2025 at Campsite #21
Loved this campsite, very well maintained bathrooms.
@JosephG1100021 · Camped on Sep 7, 2025 at Campsite #80
we came at the height of the Garnett fire with air quality 300 plus and with no improvement in sight. We left after 1 night
@FernandoB555B8 · Camped on Sep 1, 2025 at Campsite #63
This was my second time at Convict Lake and it was amazing once again. I had #63, it seemed to have more privacy than other spots. The grounds are clean and kept up well and everyone is friendly. I was able to ride my bike to the local store for supplies, and did I mention the hot showers ( for a small fee). I like the food options, a Restaurant and a bar area as well. The Lake, trails and many activities are all a BIG PLUS for me. I will definitely be back next year for all the Beautiful surroundings .
@SarahM1574964 · Camped on Sep 1, 2025 at Campsite #15
Amazing views, gorgeous area
@MichaelW725874 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #17
Great campground, beautiful view. Flush toilets which was a plus. Lots to do in the area including hot springs, hot creek, Mono Lake, Convict Lake, Devil's Postpile, Mammoth nearby.
@WilliamP420728 · Camped on Aug 25, 2025 at Campsite #75
Best camping in California
@JacobB1049072 · Camped on Aug 25, 2025 at Campsite #8
Great location and site spacing, bathroom situation was rough
@GunnarH5BCF3FF · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #17
The bathrooms were porta pottys and it was more desert than we were expecting. We were not a fan and ended up leaving instead of staying the night. Zero shade and very hot.
@VarshaR6D8AC03 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #82
One of the best campgrounds I've been to. The only drawback was the restrooms were out of order and we had to use a portable bathroom which I was not a fan of especially since this is also one of the most expensive campgrounds I've been to.
@TroyHB6683E9BF · Camped on Aug 20, 2025 at Campsite #86
What a beautiful place. The deer were comfortable with people and seemed even somewhat curious.
@VanesaTC817015 · Camped on Aug 18, 2025 at Campsite #3
we had lots of deer around camp even a bear ! didnt see it but definitely left prints the only down side are the showers !! have to drive to the resort & they only have 2
Other Campgrounds Nearby
We track all the sites so you don't have to.
Reservation Systems
Campsites Tracking
Campsite Reviews
Available Tonight
Available this Weekend
Cancellations Today
PRO $2.50/month
You're in Control. We never save credit card information or auto-renew subscriptions.
- Availability Map Search
- 3000+ Interactive Campground Maps
- Campground Virtual Tours
- Save Your Favorite Campsites
- Favorite Campsites Availability
- Campground Mobile Speed Test Maps
- National Parks, Forests & Ranger District Layers
- Wildfires & Air Quality Map Layer
- Satellite View Map Layer
- Campsite SMS Cancellation Alerts
- Rent your Property & Cabins
- Love's & Super Walmart Map Layers
- Cracker Barrel & Bass Pro Shop Map Layers
- Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) Layer
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Map Layer
- RV Propane, Parking, Dump, Water Map Layer
Pro is FREE for 7 days. (No credit card information required!)
Thanks to all our Supporting Members
@ChazInSoCal - CA
I just used PerfectCamp.com to book six consecutive August nights at the most popular campsite in one of the most popular campgrounds in Humboldt Redwoods State Park in California. That is not anything I could have accomplished anywhere else with the ease I did here! Thank you, PerfectCamp! I LOVE this site! You will find me on several other camping sites but the design, format, functionality, and personality of this the best. It’s fresh and clean.
@Wondering - Oregon
Wow! Woke up this morning to a notification that a favorite had opened at Paulina, and when I went to check, it was there. This membership just paid for itself in the first 24 hours I owned it. Couldn't take the site it conflicted with a trip already set, but it truly was there. Thanks Tons.
map icon in the lower right corner.
Map Settings
Reset
 Satellite |
 Wildfires |
 National Forests |
 National Parks |
 Air Quality |
 BLM |
 OHV MVUM |
 Love's |
|
Dump Stations
|
Water
|
Propane
|
RV Parking
|
 Super Walmart |
 Cracker Barrel |
 Bass Pro Shops |
| Price*: |
| Length: |
| Amps: |
| Elev: | feet |
| Temp: | °F |
| Down: |
| Up: |
*Earn our Leave No Trace badge to see our free camping sites.
🎉 Earn +5 marshmallows for adding your first favorite.
Use your earned marshmallows to enter our monthly giveaways or to get a Pro Subscription.
Show your commitment in keeping our forests healthy and protecting our public lands by earning the Leave No Trace badge.