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Coldwater Campground is located in the Easter Sierras in the Lakes Basin near
the Town of Mammoth Lakes at an elevation of 8,900 feet. This pine forest campground
is bordered on two sides by fishing streams and has easy access to Lake Mary. Major
hiking trailheads to the backcountry depart from the campground.
CAMPING:
The campground is open from early June until mid September; please call information
for the actual opening and closing dates of the campground. The maximum stay is
14 days at all sites. Reservations must
be made at least 4 days in advance, with a 2 night minimum stay over the
weekends. The campground also offers sites for first come, first serve campers.
There are 77 family campsites complete with a picnic table and fire ring. All sites
have bear proof food lockers for food protection.
| Family Campsite |
$16 per site, per night |
Prices subject to change without notice.
SERVICES & FACILITIES:
Flush toilets and potable water are available. A hospital is located approximately
5 miles away located in the Town of Mammoth Lakes. Firewood is also available
for sale (ask your camp host).
THINGS TO DO:
Fishing is available in the campground and within easy walking distance of Lake
Mary and in other nearby lakes and streams. Backcountry hiking trails, mountain
biking, horseback rental, equestrian trails, a marina, and boat rental are also
close to the campground. There is also a factory outlet mall, golf course, and restaurants
are in the Town of Mammoth Lakes. Summer mountain bike park and gondola rides are
available at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area (approximately 7 miles). An interpretive
program in the form of nature hikes, kid programs and campfire programs are provided
weekly.
DIRECTIONS:
Take US 395 to State Highway 203 to Mammoth Lakes. Proceed west on SH 203 for
approximately 8 miles through the Town of Mammoth Lakes continuing on Lake Mary
Road to the Coldwater Campground cutoff.
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