Table Mountain Group Camp
Campground · Eastern Sierra corridor
Table Mountain Group Camp sits at 8,858 feet in the Eastern Sierra, a high-elevation campground exposed to afternoon wind and winter cold. Best for small groups planning around seasonal closures and afternoon conditions.
Wind averages 11 mph but climbs to 38 mph by mid-afternoon, especially spring through early summer. Morning calm gives way to sustained gusts off the high desert. Cold persists year-round; expect freezing nights even in shoulder seasons. Wind is the dominant variable.
Over the last 30 days, the average NoGo Score was 14.0, with wind averaging 11 mph and temperatures holding at 28 degrees Fahrenheit. The week ahead tracks typical spring volatility: morning windows shrink as afternoon gusts intensify. Watch for wind spikes and freeze-thaw cycles typical of this elevation and exposure.
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About Table Mountain Group Camp
Table Mountain Group Camp is a high-elevation group facility in the Eastern Sierra corridor, situated at 8,858 feet near the Mono Basin. Access is via US Highway 395, approximately 13 miles north of Mammoth Lakes. The camp serves organized groups and sits in sparse, open terrain with minimal tree cover. Spring snowmelt and summer thunderstorms are the primary water sources and seasonal drivers. Elevation and exposure make this a cold, windswept site even in mild months.
Conditions here are dominated by elevation and exposure. The 30-day average temperature of 28 degrees Fahrenheit reflects the high-desert winter pattern that extends well into spring. Average wind of 11 mph masks a 38 mph maximum, typical of afternoon acceleration when valley heating draws air up from the basin. Summer brings warmer days but maintains strong afternoon wind; winter closes road access and forces shutdown. Crowding averages 7.0 on the rolling 30-day window, well below regional peaks. This is not a destination for casual walk-up traffic.
Table Mountain Group Camp is purpose-built for organized groups, scout trips, and small-club outings. The site requires advance reservation and group coordination. Visitors must plan around afternoon wind, which makes midday and afternoon unsuitable for exposed activities. Early morning offers the best window for setup, water collection, and outdoor work. Parking is limited to group vehicles. Snow and ice persist into late spring; summer access requires clear roads and typically begins late. Winter closure is enforced by road conditions and facility shutdown.
Nearby alternatives in the Eastern Sierra include Mammoth Lakes campgrounds to the south and June Lake Loop facilities to the west. Mammoth Lakes offers more services, shorter elevation exposure, and lower wind averages. June Lake is warmer and more sheltered but farther from Highway 395. For serious groups seeking high-elevation, wind-tolerant sites, Table Mountain Group Camp is the Eastern Sierra option; expect cold, expose, and afternoon wind as non-negotiable features.