MONO HOT SPRINGS
Sierra National Forest, CAMono Hot Springs splits into two sections separated by the resort, putting you at 6,700 feet in the High Sierra with hot mineral baths nearby and direct access to wilderness trailheads. The camp works for groups wanting to combine soaking, fishing the San Joaquin River, and launching into the Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness areas.
Campground Details
- 💵Fee per Night
- $37
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 🏔️Elevation
- 6,700 ft
- 📍GPS
- 37.32632, -119.01894
- 🌤️Best Seasons
- summer, fall
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
- 📞Phone
- 559-893-2111
- 🗺️Address
- CA
Amenities
The Camp
The campground occupies both sides of Mono Hot Springs Resort above Kaiser Pass, with some sites tucked under aspen and lodgepole pine. At 6,700 feet, you're in proper alpine country with cliffs defining much of the terrain. Each site comes with the standard setup: picnic table, grill, and bear box. Vault toilets handle the facilities, but no water on-site — you'll need to hit the resort's general store for supplies and to fill up.
What to Know
This is reservation-required territory, and for good reason given the hot springs access and wilderness proximity. Friday nights during summer bring interpretive programs to camp. The split layout means you might end up on either side of the resort, so factor that into your site selection if you have preferences about neighbors or quick hot springs access.
Nearby
The San Joaquin River runs through the area and offers solid fly fishing opportunities plus wading when you need to cool off. Three main trailheads fan out from the area: Doris Lake sits 2 miles out, Devil's Table requires a 5-mile push, and the Mono Creek Trail makes a 10-mile round-trip run to Edison Lake. That last option also connects you to the broader John Muir Wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail network.
Edison Lake itself brings boating and horseback options if you want to stay closer to camp but still get on the water.