Leavitt Meadows

FS USDA Forest Service · Primitive

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Elevation 7,200 ft
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Environment High Elevation
Style Primitive Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites16
Overnight Sites16

Location

38.3378, -119.5542

Photos

A photo of Site 14 of Loop Leavitt Meadows at Leavitt Meadows with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Food Storage, Tent Pad A photo of Site 3 of Loop Leavitt Meadows at Leavitt Meadows with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Food Storage, Tent Pad A photo of Site 6 of Loop Leavitt Meadows at Leavitt Meadows with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Food Storage, Tent Pad, Waterfront

Description

Overview

Leavitt Meadows campground is nestled amidst Jeffrey Pines alongside the West Walker River. Nearby Leavitt Meadows Trailhead is the starting point for a horse or foot trail along the West Walker River into an area of lake-filled basins. Many climbers use this trail to approach Tower Peak, which offers both technical climbs and scrambles. 

Recreation

Leavitt Meadows campground is popular for fishing, hiking, and backpacking. 

Facilities

The Leavitt Meadows campground has small RV (less than 24 feet in length) and tent friendly sites. All sites offer picnic tables, campfire rings, and food storage lockers. The campground has vault toilets, drinking water, and garbage service. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. 

Natural Features

Leavitt Meadows is at an elevation of 7200 feet.

Directions

1. From Highway 395 south in Bridgeport, drive approximately 17 miles to Highway 108 Sonora Junction.

2. Turn left on Highway 108 and go approximately six miles. The campground is on left hand side of highway.

Details

Phone760-932-7070
EmailNone
ReservableYes

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