Agnew Horse Camp

Campground · California · 4 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Inyo National Forest (NF) · Open Access

4
Bookable sites
100 ft
Max rig length
up to 12
People per site
2
Accessible sites
8,308 ft
Elevation
Agnew Horse Camp
Photo: CLM · Recreation.gov

Overview

Agnew Horse Camp is located in Reds Meadow Valley, just west of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. This equestrian camp provides access to some of the most spectacular wilderness in the Sierras and many outdoor activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking and photography.

Devils Postpile National Monument and the famous Ansel Adams Wilderness are nearby, and a pack station with several amenities is just down the road.

Recreation

The campground is a great base camp for hiking the area's many trails. Within a few miles, campers will find the High Trail, Shadow Creek Trail and River Trail, all for hiking and horseback riding. Trailheads to the Ansel Adams Wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail are also in the vicinity. Some of the terrain can be challenging for horses, especially due to the high elevation.

Fishing enthusiasts can try for trout in the many area lakes or the North Fork of the San Joaquin River.

Facilities

The horse camp is adjacent to the main Agnew Meadows Campground and group camp. Four equestrian-friendly campsites are available with one horse corral per site. The road to the facility is narrow, single-laned, max trailer length of 25 feet recommended and only open in summer.   

Natural Features

The campground sits in a lodgepole pine forest surrounded by high peaks, adjacent to creeks and a small lake, at an elevation of 8,400 feet. Spring and early summer wildflower displays bring even more color to the landscape.

Many species of wildlife call the mountains home, such as black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and many species of fish and birds.

Nearby Attractions

The area is close to Devils Postpile National Monument and the Ansel Adams Wilderness. Both areas provide great day trips, offering horseback riding and hiking trails, as well as unparalleled photographic opportunities.

Reds Meadow Pack Station and Resort has a general store and cafe. The trailhead for Rainbow Falls also begins near Reds Meadow.

Devils Postpile National Monument

Ansel Adams Wilderness

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

The facts

  • 4 bookable sites
  • 14 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 2 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 100 ft
  • Up to 12 people per site
  • Loops: AGNE

Site types

  • 10 Management
  • 4 Equestrian Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

14 campsites at Agnew Horse Camp

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
001AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
002AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight25 ft6 🐾
003AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight30 ft6♿ 🐾
004AGNEManagementBack InGravel—30 ft6 🐾
005AGNEManagementPull ThroughGravel—100 ft6 🐾
006AGNEManagementBack InGravel—35 ft6 🐾
007AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
008AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
009AGNEManagementBack InGravelSlight40 ft6♿ 🐾
012AGNEManagementBack InGravel—50 ft12 🐾
013AGNEEquestrian NonelectricBack InGravel—60 ft6 🐾
014AGNEEquestrian NonelectricBack InGravel—55 ft6 🐾
015AGNEEquestrian NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—30 ft12 🐾
016AGNEEquestrian NonelectricBack InGravel—48 ft12 🐾

Getting there

From U.S. Highway 395, take Highway 203 west through the town of Mammoth Lakes. Pass Mammoth Mountain Ski Area to Minaret Vista. Continue on Red's Meadow Road to the Agnew Meadows turnoff, about 2.5 miles.

37.68309, -119.08952 · 37°40'59.1"N 119°5'22.3"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Low °F————————————
Precip in3.13.62.81.10.90.40.60.60.50.91.72.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Agnew Horse Camp

Can you reserve a site at Agnew Horse Camp?
Yes, Agnew Horse Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Agnew Horse Camp have?
14 sites in total, of which 4 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Agnew Horse Camp?
100 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Agnew Horse Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Agnew Horse Camp.
Are campfires allowed at Agnew Horse Camp?
Campfires are allowed at Agnew Horse Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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