About Convict Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 48
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (430)
What Guests Are Saying
Convict Lake Campground offers stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a popular destination for campers. Visitors appreciate the clean restrooms, proximity to the lake, and various activities like fishing and hiking. However, some sites are small and exposed, with limited shade, and there have been occasional reports of noise and theft. Overall, many guests express a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Convict Lake Campground offers stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a popular destination for campers. Visitors appreciate the clean restrooms, proximity to the lake, and various activities like fishing and hiking. However, some sites are small and exposed, with limited shade, and there have been occasional reports of noise and theft. Overall, many guests express a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Martha C
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Very nice well run campground in a beautiful, dramatic setting.
Dennis N
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Very clean campsiites. Been coming to Convict for 40 years and this time the campsites and the restrooms were the cleanest I have ever seen.
Suzy W
VerifiedAugust 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
One of the best camping spots ever! Beautiful view of mountains and deer came through every morning and evening. Even despite the afternoon thunderstorms every day. Clean bathrooms too. Definitely our Go to spot going forward.
Mercy P
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
always a great time at Convict lake
Esther B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Very clean and neat campsite with convict lake as a beautiful background
Sharon C
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Nice campground.
Justin H
VerifiedAugust 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
I've been camping at Convict Lake for over 35+ years. This is the most beautiful location in the Sierras and an incredible place to stay!
Tatiana S
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Amazing place! The best one camping.
Jeanette B
VerifiedJuly 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
As he has done for many years, the campground manager, Dennis, did an exceptionally good job making sure that the campground was well maintained, safe, and that the campers are made to feel welcome. My only slight complaint is that the fishing wasn't as good as it has been in past years. Also, the white temporary building at the resort near the store has never blended with the vibe or the natural aesthetic of the area, and we've never liked it being there. It's literally an eye sore. Probably not under your control, but you asked about my experience. This was our 48th consecutive year camping at Convict Lake. It's a family tradition, and it never disappoints.
Mary L
VerifiedJuly 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: AREA CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
Loved this campground, even though it was a lot busier than what I’m used to. The bathrooms were clean, and most of the other campers were respectful (except one family blasting music, though luckily we couldn’t hear it from our campsite). I’m looking forward to returning whenever I can make the 6 hour drive again. Such a beautiful part of the state.
Location Convict Lake Campground
Address:
Hcr 79, Box 54
Crowley Lake, CA, 93546
United States
Convict Lake Campground is about 34 miles north of Bishop, California on Highway 395. From Bishop, travel north on 395. The turnoff to the campground is across from Mammoth Yosemite Airport and is well-signed. From Mammoth Lakes, travel on Highway 395 south for 5 miles. Turn west off of Highway 395.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.5989 / -118.851
Elevation: 2302 feet
Policies & Rules
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No electricity, water or sewer site hookups |
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Reservations are site-specific. Changing campsites after arrival is prohibited |
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No ATVs or ORVs allowed in the facility |
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Convict Lake is a no-wake lake |
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Generators allowed only during non-quiet hours; three-hour maximum run time and must be attended while running |
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Day use parking is adjacent to the campground |
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Two dogs are allowed and must be leashed |
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This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations; campground usually not clear of snow until late May or early June |
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Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals |
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Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. |
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Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. |
