Inyo County California

DIAZ LAKE CAMPGROUND

CAMPFIRES ARE CURRENTLY ALLOWED ONLY IN THE PROVIDED METAL FIRE RINGS

You can make a reservation for this campground at www.reserveamerica.com

First come, first serve sites are also available.

Location
Three miles south of Lone Pine, CA on U.S. 395.

Amenities
Swimming, fishing, water skiing, picnicking, boating, grills, fire rings, tables, vault toilets, play equipment. 100 spaces, 80-acre lake. Camping spaces are available for large RV's. No shower facilities within the campground. No hook-ups. Limited water spigots are available throughout the campground.

ATV riding is NOT allowed inside the campground. ATV trails are located out the back gate of the campground.

Six people allowed per site. 

Sites 44, 45 and 46 are group sites that accommodate 15 people. $35 per night.

Fee Information 

Automated Pay Stations accept credit cards and cash

$14 per site/vehicle per night
Additional vehicle: $5.00 per night

$10 Daily Rate for Motorized Watercraft

NOTICE:

ALL MOTORIZED WATERCRAFT RECREATING ON DIAZ LAKE WILL BE SUBJECT TO INSPECTION FOR THE QUAGGA MUSSEL PRIOR TO LAUNCHING.

Diaz Lake Boating Schedule Changes

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY 

Starting October 7th, 2025, Inyo County Parks and Recreation will be changing the motorized boating hours. Due to staffing issues, motorized boating hours will be limited to 0800 to 1430 (8AM to 2:30 PM), Monday through Sunday. The boating hour changes are effective until the end of motorized boating season, October 31st, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 

For questions and concerns, please contact the Parks and Recreation Manager:

Phone: (760) 614-1326

Email: Jbriceno@inyocounty.us

            New Boating Hours

                        Monday thru Sunday – 8am to 2:30pm

                        Previous Boating Hours

                        Tuesday thru Thursday – 8am to 2:30pm

                        Friday thru Monday – 8am to 6:30pm

Open year round for kayaks, canoes  and non-motorized watercraft.

Shore fishing is allowed at Diaz Lake all year.  California Fishing license is required for 16 years old and older.

ADA fishing deck located near the boat launch ramp.

If you require further information, please call 760-873-5577 or email Inyo Parks & Recreation