Sherwin Creek
Mammoth Lakes, California · 7,562 ft · In Inyo National Forest
Photos: CLM
Wildfire 35 mi W: Dome, 6,788 acres, 95% contained
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 7,562 ft (2,305 m)7,562 ft2,305 m
Loops2
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Sherwin Creek Campground is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains within 2 miles of the full-service community of Mammoth Lakes, California. Popular among anglers, hikers, off-road vehicle enthusiasts and photographers, the campground is near some of the most spectacular wilderness and outdoor recreation areas in the Sierras.Recreation
With a motocross track and trails, Sherwin Creek is a hot spot for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. The area's majestic scenery and challenging trails are also a draw for hikers. The Valentine Lake Trail and additional trailheads provide access to the John Muir Wilderness.
From OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Sherwin Creek: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny49°33°
- WedSunny63°39°
- ThuSunny63°40°
- FriSunny65°41°
- SatSunny66°41°
Nearby camping
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Public Land · 1.7 mi · Mammoth Lakes
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Public Land · 1.8 mi · Mammoth Lakes
3 more within 25 mi
5 OpenStreetMap entries in Mammoth Lakes share one park. They may be individual sites of a single campground. Suggest a merge
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 3.4 mi
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Camp site
McGee Creek, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Inyo National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
McGee Creek, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Inyo National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
McGee Creek, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Inyo National Forest
Location and contact
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