Forks Campground (Inyo)
Campground · California · 26 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Inyo National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 26
- Bookable sites
- up to 6
- People per site
- 7,838 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Forks Campground is located near the junction of the South Fork and the Middle Fork of Bishop Creek. Most of the sites are tucked into the aspen and pine trees, some sites are along the banks of Bishop Creek.
Recreation
Forks Campground (Inyo) is an ideal setting for camping, wildlife viewing, hiking, and fishing.
Camphost on site.
Facilities
The campground offers 27 single-family sites, all with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. Amenities include drinking water, one accessible flush toilet and two vault toilets. All food must be secured in bear boxes provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48"
Natural Features
Campsites are among aspen and pine trees, some sites are along the banks of Bishop Creek.
The facts
- Season: ... — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 26 bookable sites
- 27 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: Forks
Site types
- 15 Standard Nonelectric
- 11 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, shade.
27 campsites at Forks Campground (Inyo)
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 16 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 18 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 20 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 21 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 22 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 23 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 24 | Forks | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 25 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 26 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 27 | Forks | Management | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Forks | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Bishop, go west on State Route 168 (Line Street) approximately 15 miles. Turn left at the junction of the South Lake Road, the campground will be the first right turn about 1/4 mile.
37.25460, -118.57910 · 37°15'16.6"N 118°34'44.8"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.9 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.1 | 1.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 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 Forks Campground (Inyo)
- Can you reserve a site at Forks Campground (Inyo)?
- Yes, Forks Campground (Inyo) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Forks Campground (Inyo) have?
- 27 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.
- Are pets allowed at Forks Campground (Inyo)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Forks Campground (Inyo).
- Does Forks Campground (Inyo) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Forks Campground (Inyo)?
- Campfires are allowed at Forks Campground (Inyo). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Forks Campground (Inyo) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Forks Campground (Inyo)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $34.00 per night.
Restrictions:
- Dogs on leash only. Maximum stay 14 days. Active bear area. All food must be secured overnight and when not attended, bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48" x 30" x 36"). Always keep a clean camp and do not feed wildlife.
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Contact
- Phone 760-872-4552
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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