Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest
Big Pine, CA
Groves of Great Basin bristlecone pines in the White Mountains, some over 4,000 years old. A paved road climbs from Big Pine to the Schulman Grove visitor center at 10,000 feet; open roughly May to November, fee.
- Nearest town
- Big Pine, CA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 37.3856, -118.1776
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. Cold, short days in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Bishop RV Park and Campground - RV AreaMotorhome stopover12 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine ForestMotorhomes
- Brown’s Town CampgroundMotorhome stopover12 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine ForestTentsMotorhomes
- Glacier Lodge CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine ForestTentsCaravans
- Four Jeffrey CampgroundCampsite24 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest · 106 pitchesToilets
- Tinemaha Creek CampgroundCampsite24 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest · 35 pitchesToilets
- Creekside RV ParkMotorhome stopover24 mi from Ancient Bristlecone Pine ForestMotorhomes
All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest?
Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is in Big Pine, CA, at GPS 37.3856, -118.1776. It is about 12 mi from Bishop.
Can you camp near Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Grandview campground, about 4 mi away; within 25 mi there are 26 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest?
Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: US-395: Alabama Hills, Manzanar and the bristlecones.
What is there to see near Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest?
Places worth a stop nearby: Convict Lake (40 mi), Hot Creek Geological Site (40 mi), Manzanar National Historic Site (45 mi) and Zumwalt Meadow (47 mi).
When is the best time to visit Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)