Mono Hot Springs
Campground · California · 23 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Sierra National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 23
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 10
- People per site
- 6,552 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Mono Hot Springs Campground sits above Kaiser Pass in the High Sierra, on the South Fork of the San Joaquin River in an area known for its hot mineral baths. The camp is divided into two sections that are separated by Mono Hot Springs Resort, and some sites are shaded by aspen and lodgepole pine.The campground sits at an elevation of 6,700 feet with many cliffs in the area. It makes a great base for exploring the nearby Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness areas or for simply relaxing and enjoying the scenery.
Recreation
The Mono Hot Springs area provides opportunities for fishing, birding, mountain biking, hiking and relaxing in the hot springs. Interpretive programs are offered at the campground on Friday nights during the summer.Wading is permitted in the San Joaquin River, which is known for its excellent fly fishing.
Trailheads in the area include Devil's Table (5 miles) and Doris Lake (2 miles). The Mono Creek Trail connects Mono Hot Springs to Edison Lake, a hike of about 10 miles round-trip.
Facilities
Each campsite has a picnic table, grill and bear-proof food storage locker. Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is not available at the camp but can be acquired along with other supplies at the general store at Mono Hot Springs Resort.Natural Features
The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources.The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.Nearby Attractions
Edison Lake is a popular recreation area nearby offering boating, fishing and horseback riding. From this area, hikers and horseback riders can access the John Muir Wilderness, and the Pacific Crest Trail, which extends from Mexico to Canada.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
- Season: June – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 23 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 10 people per site
- Loops: AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS
Site types
- 23 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
23 campsites at Mono Hot Springs
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 15 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 017 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 024 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 15 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 031 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 032 | AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Clovis, California, take Highway 168 north 70 miles to Huntington Lake
Campground office at Eastwood. Take Kaiser Pass Road to Mono Hot
Springs Campground.
37.32632, -119.01894 · 37°19'34.8"N 119°1'8.2"W
Typical weather
Typically 74°F in Aug, down to 43°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 43 | 44 | 46 | 50 | 56 | 66 | 74 | 74 | 68 | 58 | 49 | 44 |
| Low °F | 24 | 23 | 26 | 29 | 36 | 43 | 49 | 49 | 44 | 37 | 31 | 25 |
| Precip in | 8.5 | 7.8 | 6.8 | 4.0 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 2.3 | 3.9 | 6.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 13 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 Mono Hot Springs
- Can you reserve a site at Mono Hot Springs?
- Yes, Mono Hot Springs is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Mono Hot Springs have?
- 23 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Mono Hot Springs?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Mono Hot Springs?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Mono Hot Springs.
- Are campfires allowed at Mono Hot Springs?
- Campfires are allowed at Mono Hot Springs. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Mono Hot Springs also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Mono Hot Springs's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $35.00 per night, Standard Nonelectric, Holidays/$2.00 additional/night. $73.00 Standard Nonelectric Double, Holidays/$4.00 additional/night. $10 fee for each additional vehicle.
Restrictions:
- Maximum length of stay = 14 days Maximum vehicle length = 25' Maximum group size = 6 per site 2 Night Minimum on weekends. 3 Night Minimum on holidays. Reservations can be made by site.
Accessibility:
- No
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Contact
- Phone 559-893-2111
- Email vista@vista-rec.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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