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Onion Valley

US Forest Service · California

Onion Valley in California. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 1330 public campsites we map in California.

This quiet campground is set amidst breathtaking scenery of rugged mountain peaks, thick forests and waterfalls in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Its location on the creek and proximity to the John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, photographers and those who want to relax in a peaceful, natural setting. Recreation Majestic scenery and challenging trails draw campers to the Onion Valley area for hiking and horseback riding.

What we know about it

Managed by
US Forest Service
Fee
$31/night
Booking
Reservation required
Dogs
Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Number of sites
135
Phone
760-937-6070
Coordinates
36.77472, -118.34556

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Nearest sites we map

Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-02-25, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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