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Pleasant Valley Pit Campground

Bishop, California · Inyo County · Campground

Overview $7.00 per site per night. No reservations.Pleasant Valley Pit Campground offers 74 RV/tent sites, maximum recommended RV length is 30 feet. Sites include a fire pit and lantern holder. No hook-up, potable water or dump station. Closest amenities are 12 miles south in Bishop.Camping for a period longer than 14 …

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About Pleasant Valley Pit Campground

Overview $7.00 per site per night. No reservations.Pleasant Valley Pit Campground offers 74 RV/tent sites, maximum recommended RV length is 30 feet. Sites include a fire pit and lantern holder. No hook-up, potable water or dump station. Closest amenities are 12 miles south in Bishop.Camping for a period longer than 14 days at any one campground, not to exceed 28 days per calendar year for all Bishop Field Office campgrounds, is prohibited without the written permission from the Field Office Manager.A California Campfire Permit is not required for fires within established fire rings in developed campgrounds. Seasonal fire restrictions may prohibit campfires during periods of high fire danger. Please check the BLM’s website for information on current fire restrictions or call the Bishop Field Office at (760) 872-5000.DIRECTIONS: Travel 8.5 miles north on U.S. Highway 395 from Bishop, turn right on Pleasant Valley Dam Road, go 0.5 miles and turn left following signs to the campground. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (999) 999-9999.

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

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    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
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    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 0 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

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    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Pleasant Valley Pit Campground

Heading to Pleasant Valley Pit Campground? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Pleasant Valley Pit Campground?

No central reservation system listed for Pleasant Valley Pit Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/14902) for the latest entry policy and availability.