Mono Hot Springs
MONO HOT SPRINGS
Part of Sierra National Forest
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.
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.
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.
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (559) 893-2308.
Important Notices
- RVs and motor homes over 25 feet are not recommended on Kaiser Road due to single-lane road with blind curves.
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.
Two pets per site and must be leashed at all times.
Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle for single site or one vehicle for single tent camping. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles for double tent only camping. 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.
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.
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.
- 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.
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Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS - Interpretive Programs
- CAMPING - Camping
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
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.
Cancellation Policy
<p>Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.</p>
Available Campsites
- Site 001, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop AREA MONO HOT SPRINGS, Type Standard Nonelectric
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