Obsidian Flat

Overview

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.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

Tent

Fee

From $20 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

760-647-3045

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Obsidian Flat, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Glass Creek Meadow TrailheadTrailhead · 1.1 mi from campShow on map
• PCT - California Section HHike · 178.4 mi long · Long-distance trail · 4.9 mi from camp

  A long-distance route from Crabtree Meadows to Hwy 120.

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• High TrailHike · 6.8 mi long · 4.9 mi from campShow on map
• Shadow Creek TrailHike · 8.2 mi long · 5.1 mi from campShow on map
• Starkweather Lake TrailHike · 2.4 mi long · 5.5 mi from campShow on map
• John Muir TrailHike · 208.7 mi long · Long-distance trail · 6.5 mi from camp

  The John Muir Trail is a long-distance trail in the Sierra Nevada mountain range of California, passing through Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. Wikipedia

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Scenic sights

• White Wing MountainPeak · 10,007 ft · 1.7 mi from campShow on map
• June MountainPeak · 10,114 ft · 3.0 mi from campShow on map
• CrestviewViewpoint · 2.8 mi from campShow on map
• View of June Lake & Gul LakeViewpoint · 5.1 mi from campShow on map
• Horsetail FallsWaterfall · 6.4 mi from camp

  A waterfall near Rush Creek Trail.

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Climbing and snow sports

• June MountainSkiing and snowshoeing · 3.5 mi from campShow on map
• Smooth ButtressClimbing · 5.1 mi from campShow on map
• Unnamed OthersClimbing · 5.4 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Text marked Wikipedia is from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0, lightly shortened.

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.