About LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT
Overview Lower Twin Lakes Campground is located just 10 miles from Bridgeport, California. The Twin Lakes area is close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding opportunities. Recreation Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from within the campground. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail.Facilities The campground contains several single-family sites with picnic tables, food storage lockers and fire rings with grills. Flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Robinson Creek South Campground is nearby, where educational programs are held at its amphitheater on weekends from July 4 through Labor Day. Natural Features The campground is situated next to Robinson Creek, just below Lower Twin Lake, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Massive Jeffrey pines tower over the site, offering partial shade. Aspens, sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Nearby Attractions Upper and Lower Twin Lakes are within walking distance, offering beautiful mountain scenery, boating, canoeing and fishing for Kokanee salmon and rainbow and brown trout. A public boat ramp and beach are half-mile from the campground. The rugged and scenic Hoover Wilderness Area can be accessed from the Twin Lakes area and offers additional trails for hiking and horseback riding.Charges & Cancellations Reservation sites will be held until check out time (12 pm) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the Campground Manager will be able to modify your reservation.
How to Get There
From Bridgeport, California, take Highway 395 and turn south at Twin Lakes Road and travel 9.6 miles. Turn left onto South Twin Road and travel approximately 0.6 miles across the bridge to the campground.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Moisture-wicking T-shirt
Light color, breathable.
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Lightweight shorts or pants
Quick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
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Brimmed sun hat
Better than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
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Trail runners
Breathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT
Heading to LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT?
No central reservation system listed for LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232119) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT?
From Bridgeport, California, take Highway 395 and turn south at Twin Lakes Road and travel 9.6 miles. Turn left onto South Twin Road and travel approximately 0.6 miles across the bridge to the campground.
How do I contact LOWER TWIN LAKES AT BRIDGEPORT?
You can reach the park at phone: 760-932-7092 or email: joy@westrecllc.com.
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