Tuttle Creek Campground – Alabama Hills

Tuttle Creek Campground is a year-round, semi-developed camping area located in the scenic Alabama Hills, just 5 miles southwest of Lone Pine, California.

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the campground offers 83 sites suitable for RV and tent camping, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both convenience and rustic charm. The campground offers two horse corrals.

Campground Details

Site Types	Tent, RV, Group Site
Number of Sites	83 (including 10 pull-through sites)
Amenities	Fire pits, picnic tables, lantern holders
Potable Water	Seasonally available
Dump Station	Yes
Hook-Ups	None
Group Site	Accommodates up to 15 people
Horse Corrals	Weed-free hay required
Reservations	Not available for individual sites
Phone	760-872-5000
Location	Alabama Hills, near Lone Pine, CA
Season	Year-round (water and dump station closed in winter)
GPS Coordinates	36.565, -118.127

Getting to Tuttle Creek Campground

From Highway 395 in Lone Pine, head west on Whitney Portal Road for approximately 3.5 miles. Turn left onto Horseshoe Meadow Road and continue for about 1.5 miles, following the signs to the campground. Tuttle Creek Campground is well-signposted and easy to locate from this route.

Campground Overview

Tuttle Creek Campground offers a blend of rugged beauty and essential amenities. With 83 available sites, including ten pull-through spaces, the campground caters to RVs up to 30 feet in length and tent campers alike.

Each campsite is equipped with a fire pit, picnic table, and lantern holder, providing the basic comforts needed for a pleasant camping experience. The campground is surrounded by the unique rock formations of the Alabama Hills, creating a stunning backdrop that attracts photographers, hikers, and climbers.

Potable water is available on a seasonal basis, and a dump station is accessible for a fee. Note that dump station is closed during winter months. The closest amenities, such as grocery stores and restaurants, can be found in the town of Lone Pine, approximately 5 miles to the northeast.

For group camping, a dedicated site can be reserved, accommodating up to 15 people with six picnic tables and four fire pits. While the group site is spacious enough for several tents, RV space is limited to around four vehicles. Adjacent sites may be rented upon arrival to expand camping capacity if needed. To reserve the group site, call the Bishop Field Office at 760-872-5000.

Tuttle Creek Campground horse corral — The campground has two horse corrals.

Equestrians will appreciate the two available horse corrals, with the condition of using weed-free hay. Visitors should be aware of the 14-day stay limit, which extends to a maximum of 28 days per calendar year for all BLM-managed campgrounds in the Bishop Field Office region.

Fire regulations vary by season, and campers are advised to check current fire restrictions on the BLM website or by calling the Bishop Field Office. Generally, campfires are permitted within established fire rings, though a California Campfire Permit is not required for such use. Please check the BLM’s website for information on current fire restrictions or call the Bishop Field Office at (760) 872-5000.

There is also ample dispersed camping in the area, if you are looking for more solitude.