Goodale Creek Campground

The Mobius Arch in the Alabama Hills -- This rock arch perfectly frames Mount Whitney in the center opening.

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Photo of Entrance to Goodale Creek Campground with Sierra in the background

Campground is tucked into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Range below a volcanic rock flow. Campground looks east, out to the Inyo Mountains Range and Owens Valley. Climate is high desert (Elevation 4,000 ft): Spring and fall are ideal times for camping. Summers can be very hot and dry. Some trees and willows are scattered throughout the sites. Aberdeen, nearby, has a convenience store and café. Closest amenities (grocery, gas) are south in Independence (12 miles) or north, in Big Pine (15 miles).

Campround Host Positions Available

BLM is currently looking for Campground Hosts for all Bishop Field Office campgrounds. For more information please contact Becky Hutto, Park Ranger at (760) 872-5008.

At a Glance
Fees: First Come, First Served, No reservations accepted.
$5.00/night per site, Long Term Visitor Area permits accepted.
Golden Age and Golden Access passes accepted for daily fee discounts.
Number of Sites: Campground Map (Printable PDF 8.5 x 11 450kb)
43 RV/tent sites, pull through trailer spaces.
Open: Open for the 2013 season. Normal season of operation is second week of April through November 1st, weather permitting.
Usage: Moderate
Busiest Season: Spring and Fall months
Restrictions: Horses and horse trailers prohibited in campground, dogs must be under the owners control at all times
Closest Town: Aberdeen - with convenience store and cafe. Independence - (12 miles) south with gas and convenience store, Big Pine - 15 miles north, gas and grocery store.
Water: No potable water available.
Restrooms: 3 Vault Toilets
Campground Host: On-Site
Other Amenities: Campfire rings (bring your own wood), tables, lantern holders

Directions:

10 miles north of Independence on US Hwy 395, then 2 miles west on Aberdeen Road. Follow signs to campground.

GPS Coordinates (WGS84 Decimal Degrees): Latitude 36.986, Longitude -118.274