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Leavitt Meadows
FSU.S. Forest Service — California · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters |
| Location | California · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters · 38.33780, -119.55420 · Map |
| Sites | 16 public sites counted from the federal listing — 16 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 16 sites Water hookups at 0 of 16 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 16 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 16 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 16 sites, as reported |
| Phone | 760-932-7070 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-10-09.
From the official listing
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.
Campground elevation is 7800.
Recreation Leavitt Meadows campground is popular for fishing, hiking, and backpacking. The campground sits along a scenic river in an open meadow area. It's positioned at a trailhead that serves as a gateway to the wilderness areas of the eastern Sierra Nevada. The location offers easy access to multiple hiking trails while providing the convenience of developed camping facilities with running water and restrooms. Its riverside setting makes it popular for both overnight camping and as a starting point for backcountry adventures. Flyfishing is often popular in the river.
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, from the listing
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.
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Trip Card — Leavitt Meadows
California · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | California · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 16 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10291460 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.