Sawmill Meadows Campground
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $23 per night. Sawmill Meadows Campground is a National Forest campground near Lee Vining, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Single Site: $23 per night
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
- 9,800 ft
37.7694, -118.6763 in Mono. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Sawmill Meadows Campground?
No. Sawmill Meadows 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 Sawmill Meadows Campground?
Camping at Sawmill Meadows Campground costs Single Site: $23 per night.
Is there drinking water at Sawmill Meadows Campground?
No. Sawmill Meadows Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Sawmill Meadows Campground?
Sawmill Meadows Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Sawmill Meadows Campground
Hot springs and waterfalls nearby
Nearest to Sawmill Meadows Campground, in straight-line miles: Hot Creek (hot spring, 11 miles), Wild Willy's Hot Springs (hot spring, 12 miles), and Rainbow Falls (waterfall, 25 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
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More campgrounds: camping near Lee Vining and campgrounds in Mono.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30