Cattleguard Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Cattleguard Campground is a National Forest campground near Mono, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Mono, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

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

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Elevation
7,264 ft

37.9352, -119.1437 in Mono. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Cattleguard Campground?

No. Cattleguard 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 Cattleguard Campground?

Camping at Cattleguard Campground is free.

Who manages Cattleguard Campground?

Cattleguard Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Cattleguard Campground

Hot springs and waterfalls nearby

More campgrounds: camping near Mono and campgrounds in Mono.

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