About: Packsaddle Campground is surrounded by pine and fir trees with a view of the Sierra Buttes and alpine lakes. Views of open meadows with wildflowers overlooking a ravine with mountains in the background. Views of granitic ridges and glacially serrated rock outcroppings. Campground has corrals and space for stock trailers. Fees: $21(2011) Usage: Heavy … Read more
About: Built in 1957, Van Vleck Bunkhouse is the last remaining building at the Van Vleck Ranch site. The area was operated as a cattle ranch from the 1860’s to the 1960’s. The ten foot by ten foot front deck overlooks the 40 acre meadow and the Tells Peak portion of the Crystal Range of … Read more
About: Alpine meadow and forest, adjacent to Mokelumne River and near Mosquito Lakes. Good fishing in Pacific Creek and the Mokelumne River, good early season deer hunting. No drinking water, vault toilets. Fees: N/A Water: None Restrooms: Vault Toilet Directions: 1/4 mile south of Highway 4 at Pacific Valley, midway between Lake Alpine and Ebbetts … Read more
About: Elevation 8400 feet. 20 sites. Sites will accommodate a 45 foot vehicle. Pit toilets are available. 21 day stay limit. No bear lockers are available. Fees: N/A Usage: Light Closest Towns: June Lake (CA) Water: None Restrooms: Pit Toilet (2) Directions: From US 395 north of Mammoth Lake, go west on Obsidian Dome Road, … Read more