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Camping with Electricity along HWY 395 California

danoren
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Will be puling our 5W 30' on HWY 395 California Southbound.
Looking for suggestions on C.G with al least electrical hookups along the route near:
Topaz
Bridgeport
Mono Lake
Mammoth Lakes
Long Pine.
Thank you.
F-350 ,2006,XLT,SD,LB,EC,6.0LT,Auto,SRW.
5W Cruiser 2006 CF29CK Crossroad
RVing 4-5 months every summer since 2002.
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profdant139
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Explorer II
We recently stayed at Meadowcliff in Coleville, not far from Topaz -- excellent facilities, great for an overnight or for fishing nearby. Very quiet and clean.
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aerbus32
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Actually, a year ago to the day we were in the area. Coming back from Convict Lake, I wanted to visit a campground that I had used many years ago when fishing Lake Crowley - Lake Crowley RV park. Though I like the convenience of the fairgrounds, I had forgotten that my intention next trip was to stay at the aforementioned Lake Crowley RV park. Unfortunately, probably won't. Website indicates they are don't offer 50 amp service.

aerbus32
Explorer II
Explorer II
In Bishop, the fairgrounds is definitely the best game in town. Great BBQ place essentially across the street also.

sdianel_-acct_c
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Bishop RV Park in Bishop is at the fairgrounds. Clean level and reasonable price. www.bishoprvpark.com
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lanerd
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D.E.Bishop wrote:

When you drive through Bridgeport, be mindful of your speed. It is not a speed trap, there have been several problems arise in town with all the travelers speeding trough town and RVs are very easy to spot and stop. Take a look at the back in angle parking as you drive through town. I don't know anyone who has figured that out yet and I worked in the traffic industry for over thirty years. It's just plain weird.

David


We just came through Bridgeport last week and noticed the back in parking. You're right...that's just plain weird. All vehicles were pointing out into the street, so I assume they do it this way so that no one has to back out of the parking spot into the traffic.

We always just creep through there....

For the op, the only places we've stayed along 395 is Mammoth Mtn rv park..$50 plus $5 for dog and at Lee Vining at the MonoVista rv park. It was cheaper (about $30 and adequate.

Ron
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D_E_Bishop
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David Bishop
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D_E_Bishop
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While we don't RV in the area, we are second home owners in Mammoth Lakes and have heard a lot about Bounder Creek being a good place to stop overnight or longer. You did not mention Reno or fuel, I will add in Reno there is a campground on 395 within view of Hwy 50 and next to COSTCO. Best prices for gas are COSTCO and the two ARCO stations in Gardnerville and Minden, fill up at one of those. if possible. Mammoth Lake as mentioned via a clicky is in a great recreational area and our second home.

My one admonition is to drive a little slower than else where. Walker Canyon is not bad but is can be tricky. There are pulloffs and you should be careful to use them. When you drive through Bridgeport, be mindful of your speed. It is not a speed trap, there have been several problems arise in town with all the travelers speeding trough town and RVs are very easy to spot and stop. Take a look at the back in angle parking as you drive through town. I don't know anyone who has figured that out yet and I worked in the traffic industry for over thirty years. It's just plain weird.

If you want info on attractions in the area, post your interest and when you'll be there and time table. If you post, PM me and I'll be sure to read and reply.

David
"I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake. The great affair is to go". R. L. Stevenson

David Bishop
2002 Winnebago Adventurer 32V
2009 GMC Canyon
Roadmaster 5000
BrakeBuddy Classic II

tpi
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W/ elec: Lone Pine Boulder Creek. Nice place, some shade.

Bishop: Browns near golf course, some shade, grass, no sewer at site.

Mammoth Lakes: Mammoth Mountain RV park. Gets mixed reviews. Two sections, I've stayed in the asphalt parking lot section with water/elec. Fine for what it is.

Mono Lake: Mono Vista RV park Lee Vining. Water/electric sites, I liked it. Some shade.

Verizon data worked at all of them.

n7bsn
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Explorer
danoren wrote:


In Topaz what kind of hookups?


Full, plus a solid wifi, 50(ish) TV channels, 24-7 store, discount book for Casino/Restaurant

As an "RV Resort" it's a bit lacking, gravel only, etc. But IMO, it's a great deal

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Us_out_West
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danoren wrote:
n7bsn wrote:
Boulder Creek was certainly a nice stop for us. The next stop north was Topaz Casino and RV "Resort". While not as nice, it was one of the best deals we had


In Topaz what kind of hookups?


Full hookups...30-50amp.
Wi-Fi, cable TV

$20 per.

We like, best in the area, and have stayed multiple times.

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Gonzo42
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danoren
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n7bsn wrote:
Boulder Creek was certainly a nice stop for us. The next stop north was Topaz Casino and RV "Resort". While not as nice, it was one of the best deals we had


In Topaz what kind of hookups?
F-350 ,2006,XLT,SD,LB,EC,6.0LT,Auto,SRW.
5W Cruiser 2006 CF29CK Crossroad
RVing 4-5 months every summer since 2002.
P.A,Escapee club memeber,TomTom Go 5606
Website

n7bsn
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Boulder Creek was certainly a nice stop for us. The next stop north was Topaz Casino and RV "Resort". While not as nice, it was one of the best deals we had
2008 F350SD V10 with an 2012 Arctic Fox 29-5E
When someone tells you to buy the same rig they own, listen, they might be right. When they tell you to buy a different rig then they own, really pay attention, they probably know something you don't.

Desert_Captain
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Brown's Town RV Park/CG in Bishop was nice, lots of trees right next to the golf course and IIRC, $33. Gas was a little cheaper in Bishop than every place north of there.

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