Bishop Creek valley surrounded by Eastern Sierra mountains at golden hour
Eastern Sierra · Inyo County

Sleep beneath a sky so vast, you'll forget the world has a edge

Nestled along Bishop Creek, Bitterbrush Campground offers an unhurried escape where the rhythm of the water sets the pace — and every night ends with a canopy of stars you won't find anywhere else.

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Rustic cabin exterior at Bitterbrush Campground with pine trees
Bishop Creek flowing over smooth stones in the Eastern Sierra
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A place that remembers
how to be quiet

Bitterbrush Campground sits where Bishop Creek carves its way through the eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada — a stretch of Inyo County that still feels untouched by hurry. We've been welcoming visitors for years, not because we chase trends, but because this place has something rare: genuine stillness.

Whether you arrive in an RV with a full hook-up, pitch a tent beneath the pines, or settle into one of our modest cabins, the experience is the same. The creek murmurs. The mountains hold the light long into evening. And the silence — when it arrives — is something you'll carry with you long after you leave.

On the Creek

Direct water access

Year-Round

Open every season

Eastern Sierra

Bishop Creek valley

Unplugged

Disconnect to reconnect

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Choose your corner of the world

Every site at Bitterbrush is placed with care — far enough from the next for privacy, close enough to the creek for company.

RV parked at a spacious site with full hookups at Bitterbrush Campground
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RV Sites

Spacious pull-through and back-in sites with full water and electric hookups. Each site offers creek views and generous shade from mature cottonwoods.

  • Full hookups (water & electric)
  • Pull-through & back-in options
  • Creek-side & shaded sites
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Tent setup under pine trees beside Bishop Creek

Tent Sites

Nestled among pines and bitterbrush, our tent sites offer the kind of seclusion that makes morning coffee feel like a private ceremony. Fire rings and picnic tables included.

  • Private, tree-shaded spots
  • Fire ring & picnic table
  • Walking distance to creek
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Cozy cabin interior with rustic furnishings at Bitterbrush Campground
Comfort Included

Cabins

For those who want the wilderness at their doorstep and a warm bed at the end of it. Our cabins are simple, clean, and positioned for the best morning light over the creek.

  • Furnished & freshly maintained
  • Creek-view decks
  • Heating & essentials provided
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The kind of pause you've been looking for

Bitterbrush isn't a destination you rush through. It's a place you arrive at, settle into, and lose track of time — the way you used to before calendars had opinions about your weekends.

Fishing on Bishop Creek

The creek is stocked and alive with trout. Cast a line from your site or walk a few minutes upstream to a quieter pool — the kind of spot where the only sound is water over stone.

Stargazing Without Borders

With no streetlights and minimal light pollution, the Milky Way here isn't a photograph — it's a ceiling. Bring a blanket, lie back, and let the sky do the talking.

Hiking the Sierra Foothills

Trails radiate from our doorstep — from gentle creek-side strolls to ridge-line hikes with views that stretch into the White and Inyo Mountains. TheSierra doesn't rush you.

Campfire Evenings

There's a particular kind of peace that comes from a crackling fire, a mug of something warm, and the sound of running water. Our fire rings are ready — bring the marshmallows.

Explore Bishop & Beyond

The town of Bishop is minutes away for groceries and supplies, while Mount Whitney, Convict Lake, and the Alabama Hills offer day-trip adventures that range from easy to extraordinary.

Slow Mornings

Wake to sunlight through pines, the creek doing what it does best, and absolute quiet. No alarm clock. No agenda. Just the kind of morning that reminds you why you came.

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The creek is waiting.
So is your site.

Bitterbrush Campground fills up during peak season — and for good reason. Once you've slept to the sound of Bishop Creek, you'll understand why. Call us to check availability and reserve your place by the water.

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Find your way to us

Contact & Directions

Address

168 Bishop Creek Camp Rd
Inyo County, CA 93514

Office Hours

Open year-round
Check-in: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Getting Here

Located in the heart of the Eastern Sierra, Bitterbrush Campground is accessible via Highway 395. We're roughly 10 minutes north of downtown Bishop. Look for the Bitterbrush sign on Bishop Creek Camp Road — the creek will find you before the sign does.

From Los Angeles: ~3.5 hours via CA-14 N to CA-395 N
From Sacramento: ~4.5 hours via I-5 S to CA-99 S to CA-99 Alt S to CA-395 S

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