Palisade Glacier Group Campground is along Big Pine Creek in the Inyo National Forest, 10 miles west of the town of Big Pine. The campground is between Clyde Glacier Group Campground and Upper Sage Flat Campground.
Visitors to the Big Pine Creek region enjoy beautiful mountain scenery with mature forests of pines, aspens, and cottonwoods. Big Pine Creek, which runs past the campground, is stocked annually with trout. Nearby trails lead up to the spectacular Big Pine Lakes and other destinations in the John Muir Wilderness. Mountaineers are drawn to the Palisades and other jagged peaks along the Sierra Crest.
Palisade Glacier Group Campground has 1 tents-only campsite for groups up to 20 people and 5 vehicles. The campsite is small and is bordered by Upper Sage Flat Campground, Clyde Glacier Group Camp, and the road. Nearby highway noise can be heard in the campground.
The reservation website lumps the Palisade Glacier group campsite (PAL) and the Clyde Glacier group campsite (CLY) together on a single page titled Big Pine Canyon. The two camps are side-by-side along Big Pine Creek. Clyde Glacier is the nicer of the two.
| Palisade Glacier Group Campground Basics | |
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| Palisade Glacier Group Campground Location: | Glacier Lodge Road, 10 miles west of the town of Big Pine on Highway 395 |
| Elevation: | 7,490 feet |
| Mileage from major cities: | 302 miles north of Los Angeles 175 miles south of Reno. |
| Number of Campsites: | 1 |
| Camping Season: | Mid-May through mid-October, depending on weather |
| Max. People per Site: | 20 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 5 (no RVs) |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Recreation Resource Management for Inyo National Forest |
| Information - Inyo NF, Bishop | (760) 873-2400 |
| Reservations at Palisade Glacier Group Campground | |
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| Reservations required | whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 20 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated, but some sites are accessible |
| Fees: | $90 per night |
| Reservations: | Palisade Glacier Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Palisade Glacier Group Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, bear-proof food storage locker; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Palisade Glacier Group Campground: |
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| More Information: | For information about backpacking in the area, Lon Chaney's cabin, and artist Robert Clunie, see High Sierra Trails - Big Pine Lakes |
Actor Lon Chaney's Cabin
Palisade Glacier Group Campground
All along the Eastern Sierra are wonderful places to explore for camping, fishing, and hiking. Groups camping at Palisade Glacier Group Campground, are close to the trailhead for Big Pine Lakes.
Check Inyo National Forest - Palisade Glacier Group Campground for any campground updates.
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Purchase firewood locally to avoid spreading pests.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
