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Whitney Portal
Total sites: 29
Available Today: 3 FF*
Available this Weekend: 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 3 FF*
Available this Weekend: 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
7,935 ft
74°F
49°F
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Inyo National Forest › Mt. Whitney Ranger District › California
› Inyo County
› Lone Pine
› Whitney Portal Campground
Whitney Portal Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Whitney Portal Campground is located in the Mt. Whitney Ranger District, Inyo National Forest (3 hrs 47 min northeast of Porterville, CA) with an elevation of 7,935 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites including 16 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 13 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $32.00 to $93.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (282)
4.8 out of 5
| 5 star | 82% | |
| 4 star | 9% | |
| 3 star | 2% | |
| 2 star | 1% | |
| 1 star | 1% |
@DeniseS8638623 · Camped on Jul 21, 2025 at Campsite #23
The Whitney Portal campground was nice and clean with level sites. The only downside was that it was about a 20 minute walk from the Whitney Portal Store and restaurant.
@SarahB5025907 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #42
Very clean.
@DanielH5239181 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025
Beautiful location and great clean, well kept campsites. The campground hosts were really helpful and friendly too. I had the best stay here and would definitely like to return. One really wild thing happened though - a bear opened my car door and had a look inside! I didn't have any food inside the car but it must have still been curious, and left a few paw prints on my seat and interior. Fortunately it did not cause any damage, but it's a good reminder to use the food storage lockers at each campsite (I used them). Great experience overall and I'm so appreciative of this campground.
@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #15
Lovely environment. Clean campsites. Most all campers respect lights out at night.
@RebeccaP599017 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025
Great place to camp before heading up Mt. Whitney! The camp host was very helpful and friendly! Looking forward to coming back again!
@MarcoV62AF7EF5 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #G2
Clean campground. Good parking. Saw a bear and deer.
@KevinN8415547 · Camped on Jul 7, 2025 at Campsite #44
Absolutely gorgeous campsite. Huge pine trees, cascading Creek flag campsites table fire pit grill everything was in order!
@RobertH1222975 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #37
Fantastic campground, location and Host Bob and his wife are the very best!
@howards5966886 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #9
The picture just looked rocky, but I'd found a great video that showed the actual site and it was great. One large and one medium sized tent sites, away from the table and firepit. Not our first time at the campground, so beautiful as ever. While site 9 is great, it's not quite as private as a site we'd previously had. You can hear the creek well enough, but not as dominant a sound as some of the other creekside sites. Bathroom looks close on the map, but there is no direct path there and it's an uphill trek coming back from it.
@JohnnyH2844159 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #27
Very nice
@JennaS9866581 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025
Probably my favorite campsite in socal. Neighboring spots were on a separate level giving it a slightly more private feel. Plenty of shade. Camp host was so lovely. Bathrooms clean. Grounds, quiet. Misquotes were out during sundown but otherwise fine. Spot only fits two cars, but overflow parking is a short walk.We acclimated here before doing Whitney as a day hike. Bumping into plenty of other folks doing the same thing, able to share tips and timelines.Portal store sells burgers, snacks, hot chocolate, etc. until 7 PM. Overall, I couldnt ask for a better base camp for Mt. Whitney. Easy 25 minute drive down the mountain back to lone Pine as well.I never leave reviews, but this one was worth it.
@CarrieB5797244 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025
Love this place. Quiet, clean, and peaceful. Camp hosts are exceptional! Thank you!
@JayH3866534 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #17
This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds Ive ever been too. Camp host Bob keeps bathrooms and grounds very clean . But getting up there pulling my camper was the steepest road Ive ever had to tow up. And coming down was a little scary. Very steep grade.
@TimK7749908 · Camped on Jun 24, 2025
Nice spot. No cell coverage. Had a grill and fire ring!! Mosquitos were terrible. The walk to the bathroom is short. There are no showers available. Portal store stops serving food 1 hour before close.
@MarkS8760847 · Camped on Jun 23, 2025
Sites are reasonably spaced. Plenty of trees.
@ScottM5484435 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025
Camp host is excellent. Loud music at any hour should not be allowed. Dogs off leash is an issue requiring attention as well. Thank you!
@StarlaR89177C6 · Camped on Jun 19, 2025
Clean bathrooms, no bears in camp this time. :-)
@BrianA4348148 · Camped on Jun 17, 2025 at Campsite #9
A great campground with nicely spaced campsites. A stream runs through the center of the campground, so with snowmelt, it can add a peaceful ambiance. Clean bathroom facilities and freshwater spigots. No cell service.
@RichM3656035 · Camped on Jun 17, 2025 at Campsite #10
The site was mostly level and had great morning to noon shade. It was close to a single vault toilet. The parking space is limited. Two cars would be problematic.
@LindaC3432477 · Camped on Jun 16, 2025
Loved the Whitney Portal campground!
@JimH4011279 · Camped on Jun 16, 2025 at Campsite #39
The hosts at the Whitney Portal campground were very friendly and helpful. We really appreciated their welcoming attitude.
@CharlesB214095 · Camped on Jun 16, 2025
The campground is well-maintained, and the camp host was wonderfully cordial and helpful.
@ThomasM8282631 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #G2
Perfect spot to take my son camping. Had a blast.
@RobertC4745893 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #1
Best camps that I've been to. Amazing Campground host amazing views amazing fishing and most importantly all of the other campers were very respectful no loud music and Loud groups partying after Dark
@AryanaAB0E4A8A · Camped on Jun 9, 2025 at Campsite #G3
Stayed here the night before our Whitney attempt to help acclimate. Stayed in the group sites for the first time- highly recommend! Nice spaced out area, near the creek. Only thing is mosquitos abound! Also, two of the spigots nearest us didnt have water, but the bathroom one did. Staff are always friendly and helpful. No complaints at all!
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