Nelson Group Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Overnight Use:. Nelson Group Campground is a National Forest campground near Inyo, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Inyo, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by: National Forest
Reservations: None, first-come
Fee: Overnight Use:

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

✓ Toilets
✓ Fire rings
✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.

Access and cell service

Elevation: 7,302 ft

37.2783, -118.1539 in Inyo. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Nelson Group Campground?

No. Nelson Group Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Nelson Group Campground?

Camping at Nelson Group Campground costs Overnight Use:.

Is there drinking water at Nelson Group Campground?

No. Nelson Group Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.

Who manages Nelson Group Campground?

Nelson Group Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Nelson Group Campground

Hot springs nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

The nearest hot spring to Nelson Group Campground, in a straight line: Keough's Hot Springs (hot spring, 12 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.

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