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Obsidian Flat

6 mi east of June Lake, CA · Verizon 5G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 5G

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
Jun–Sepbest months

About Obsidian Flat

Obsidian Flat Group Campground, located just outside of Mammoth Lakes, California, provides an opportunity for a group to enjoy a secluded getaway in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. With a peaceful forested setting and mountain views, the campground's location is perfect for relaxing and spending time in nature. The area is popular for exploring the surrounding forest and geology, as well as nearby hiking, bicycling, fishing and off-road vehicle riding options. The eastern Sierras are known for their exceptional trout fishing. Campers can try their luck in Deadman Creek. The majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Deadman Creek Trail leads hikers into the spectacular Ansel Adams Wilderness. One group camping area can accommodate one group of up to 50 people, and up to five RVs (up to 40 feet in…

  • Fees: $20 dollars per night
  • Season: Mid May - September
  • Managed by: Inyo National Forest, FS
  • Where: 6 mi east of June Lake, CA · 37.73333, -119.01667

Things to do:

FishingHikingBikingOff-road (OHV)Wildlife & birding

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

42°
16°Jan
42°
17°Feb
47°
20°Mar
52°
24°Apr
60°
32°May
70°
39°Jun
78°
46°Jul
77°
45°Aug
70°
38°Sep
60°
29°Oct
49°
22°Nov
42°
16°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–May.

See Obsidian Flat from above

Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.

Trails near camp

TrailOpen toFrom campLength
FR 2S05FATV road0.1 mi1.0 mi
FR 2S05ZATV road0.1 mi
Deadman Water System TrailATV / OHV, Dirt bike0.3 mi1.6 mi
Glass Creek MeadowHiking0.9 mi1.9 mi
27E101ATV / OHV, Dirt bike1.1 mi0.1 mi
27E103ATV / OHV, Dirt bike1.8 mi0.4 mi

Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.

Good to know

Cell signal

Verizon 5G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 5G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Truly dark

The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.

Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.
RV essentials

Dump station: 5.4 mi
Water fill-up: 5.4 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.