Rattlesnake Canyon Dispersed (Lee Vining)
Free, no-reservation dispersed camping near Yosemite National Park, John Muir Trail access points in California.
No permit required National Forest / BLM
- Permit notes
- Free CA campfire permit required for stoves/fires.
- Access
- Near Tioga Pass entrance, north of Mono Lake Vista Point.
- Stay limit
- 14 days
- Amenities
- None
- Land manager
- Inyo National Forest / BLM (Mono Lake area)
- Approximate location
- View general area on Google Maps (37.98, -119.13) — approximate area center, not an exact pin. Coordinates are approximate area centers (not exact GPS pins) meant to guide you to the general dispersed-camping corridor or forest road. Conditions, road access, and fire restrictions change seasonally — always verify with the local ranger district or BLM field office before you go, and check current fire restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a permit required at Rattlesnake Canyon Dispersed (Lee Vining)?
No permit is required. Free CA campfire permit required for stoves/fires.
What's the stay limit at Rattlesnake Canyon Dispersed (Lee Vining)?
14 days
Is camping at Rattlesnake Canyon Dispersed (Lee Vining) free?
Yes — this is free dispersed camping with no reservation or camping fee. Some sites may have small unrelated fees, like trailhead parking — see access notes above.