New Shady Rest sits in mature Jeffrey pine forest at 7,800 feet, making it a solid base camp for eastern Sierra adventures. The 92-site campground handles both tents and RVs, with the town of Mammoth Lakes close enough for resupply runs and restaurant meals.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Developed
- 🏕️Total Sites
- 92
- 💵Fee per Night
- $32
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 🏔️Elevation
- 7,900 ft
- 📍GPS
- 37.64734, -118.96252
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- Yes
- 🗺️Address
- CA
Amenities
The Camp
The campground spreads across two large loops under a canopy of Jeffrey pines, positioned next to Old Shady Rest and Pine Glen campgrounds. Sites come with the standard setup: picnic tables, campfire rings, and bear-proof lockers for food storage. You'll find flush toilets and potable water on-site, though showers require a short trip to nearby facilities. Firewood is available for purchase.
At 7,800 feet, nights stay cool even in summer. The forest setting means you're sharing space with black bears, mountain lions, mule deer, and smaller wildlife like pine martens and pikas.
What to Know
Reservations are required, and at $32 per night, this is priced as a premium Sierra campground. The facility stays busy during peak season — expect company. The visitor center sits directly across the street, and a paved trail connects the campground to town, making it family-friendly for those wanting easy access to Mammoth Lakes' amenities.
Nearby
Mammoth Lakes delivers the full eastern Sierra experience: exceptional trout fishing in nearby creeks and lakes, hiking and mountain biking trails, and winter skiing. The campground's location puts you within striking distance of major destinations like Yosemite National Park, Devils Postpile National Monument, and Mono Basin.
For a cultural break, the Mammoth Jazz Jubilee runs in mid-July. Otherwise, the town offers the usual mountain resort mix of gear shops, restaurants, and services when you need a break from camp cooking.