Grandview Campground is nestled in low hills covered with Pinyon and Juniper.
A large open area in the middle of the campground gives a truly grand view of
the night sky. The combination of 8,600 foot elevation and no intrusive city
lights make this a popular site for star gazers and astronomy groups. Campers
are asked to minimize their use of generators and lights so everyone in camp
can enjoy a peaceful night of stargazing.

Grandview is also the nearest campground to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine
Forest, just 5 miles to Schulman Grove.

The campground has 23 sites spaced on two loop roads. Most sites are flat and
sandy with ample shade. Each site has a table, fire ring, and parking for one
or two vehicles. Firewood sources are limited. Do not collect wood from live
or standing trees.

<p>Grandview Campground is nestled in low hills covered with Pinyon and Juniper. A large open area in the middle of the campground gives a truly grand view of the night sky. The combination of 8,600 foot elevation and no intrusive city lights make this a popular site for star gazers and astronomy groups. Campers are asked to minimize their use of generators and lights so everyone in camp can enjoy a peaceful night of stargazing.</p><p>Grandview is also the nearest campground to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, just 5 miles to Schulman Grove.</p><p>The campground has 23 sites spaced on two loop roads. Most sites are flat and sandy with ample shade. Each site has a table, fire ring, and parking for one or two vehicles. Firewood sources are limited. Do not collect wood from live or standing trees.</p>

Maintenance donation of $10.00 per night is payable at the campground entrance
sign. 14 day limit. Fees are used for maintenance of the toilets, tables, and
fire rings at this site. **Closed May 16 & 17, 2024 for Heavy Equipment use**

Bird's eye view of the campground

Grandview Campground

## Overview

Cedar Flat Group sites are popular with academic institutions for geology
field trips. With no nearby light sources, the night sky is brilliant for star
gazing and night photography.

## Recreation

A perfect location for star gazing, geology and hiking.

## Facilities

Three large group camp sites can accommodate between 25 and 50 people. Each
has a picnic shelter with table, campfire ring and vault toilet. There is no
water at this location nor is there a natural water source. The nearest source
for water, food, or fuel is 12 miles away in the town of Big Pine, CA.

## Natural Features

Cedar Flat is in the Inyo National Forest, east of the Owens Valley in the
White Mountains. The campsites are at an elevation of 7,300ft. and located in
an arid landscape dotted with pinyon and juniper trees, rabbit brush and sage.

## Nearby Attractions

White Mountain Peak is the third highest peak in California at 14,246 feet.
Trails in the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest lead to the oldest living trees
in the world.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cedar Flat Group sites are popular with academic institutions for geology field trips. With no nearby light sources, the night sky is brilliant for star gazing and night photography.<h2>Recreation</h2>
A perfect location for star gazing, geology and hiking.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Three large group camp sites can accommodate between 25 and 50 people. Each has a picnic shelter with table, campfire ring and vault toilet. There is no water at this location nor is there a natural water source. The nearest source for water, food, or fuel is 12 miles away in the town of Big Pine, CA.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Cedar Flat is in the Inyo National Forest, east of the Owens Valley in the White Mountains.  The campsites are at an elevation of 7,300ft. and located in an arid landscape dotted with pinyon and juniper trees, rabbit brush and sage.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
White Mountain Peak is the third highest peak in California at 14,246 feet. Trails in the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest lead to the oldest living trees in the world.

Cedar Flat Group Camp

Cedar Flat Group Campground

Family campground - most sites in shade. 28 campsites. Somewhat open - not a
lot of vegetation screening between sites. Bearproof food storage containers
provided in the campground.

<p>Family campground - most sites in shade. 28 campsites.&nbsp;Somewhat open - not a lot of vegetation screening between sites. Bearproof food storage containers provided in the campground.</p>

Sage Flat Campground

## Overview

Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area includes two group campground sites. Named for
glaciers that can be seen at the end of the valley, Clyde Glacier Group Site
and Palisade Glacier Group Site sit along Big Pine Creek.

## Recreation

Fishing is a popular activity in the creek and nearby lakes. Climbers make use
of the steep, glacier-carved canyon walls for excellent climbing
opportunities.  
  
The North Fork Trail climbs past waterfalls and zigzags through Jeffrey pine,
manzanita and sage before it reaches Big Pine Lakes with views of Palisade
Glacier, the largest glacier.  
  
The South Fork Trail climbs to small lakes fed by glacial waters from Norman
Clyde and Middle Palisade Glaciers, the southernmost glaciers.

## Facilities

The Clyde Glacier standard campsite fits up to 25 guests. Parking includes two
35-foot and six 20-foot paved spaces. Palisades Glacier campsite is also paved
and can accommodate 25 people for tent camping only.  
  
Campfire rings and grills are provided.

## Natural Features

Big Pine Canyon is heralded for having both the largest and southern most
glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Palisade Glacier, the largest, sits
above Big Pine Lakes. These impressive glacial lakes at around 10,000 feet
elevation are the source of the North Fork of Big Pine Creek. The South Fork
is bordered by the Palisade Crest with peaks over 14,000 feet and Middle
Palisade Glacier, the southernmost glacier.

## Nearby Attractions

The glaciers in the nearby John Muir Wilderness provide an exciting hiking
destination. A commercial pack station is within close proximity for horse
enthusiasts looking for an outdoor adventure. A general store, pay showers and
pond fishing can be found at a nearby resort.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Big Pine Canyon Recreation Area includes two group campground sites. Named for glaciers that can be seen at the end of the valley, Clyde Glacier Group Site and Palisade Glacier Group Site sit along Big Pine Creek.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing is a popular activity in the creek and nearby lakes. Climbers make use of the steep, glacier-carved canyon walls for excellent climbing opportunities.
<br/><br/>
The North Fork Trail climbs past waterfalls and zigzags through Jeffrey pine, manzanita and sage before it reaches Big Pine Lakes with views of Palisade Glacier, the largest glacier.
<br/><br/>
The South Fork Trail climbs to small lakes fed by glacial waters from Norman Clyde and Middle Palisade Glaciers, the southernmost glaciers.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Clyde Glacier standard campsite fits up to 25 guests. Parking includes two 35-foot and six 20-foot paved spaces. Palisades Glacier campsite is also paved and can accommodate 25 people for tent camping only.
<br/><br/>
Campfire rings and grills are provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Big Pine Canyon is heralded for having both the largest and southern most glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Palisade Glacier, the largest, sits above Big Pine Lakes. These impressive glacial lakes at around 10,000 feet elevation are the source of the North Fork of Big Pine Creek. The South Fork is bordered by the Palisade Crest with peaks over 14,000 feet and Middle Palisade Glacier, the southernmost glacier.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The glaciers in the nearby John Muir Wilderness provide an exciting hiking destination. A commercial pack station is within close proximity for horse enthusiasts looking for an outdoor adventure. A general store, pay showers and pond fishing can be found at a nearby resort.

Grandview Campground

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