Convict Lake
Mammoth Lakes, CA
A deep lake below the striped face of Mount Morrison, two miles off US-395 south of Mammoth. A flat trail of about 2.5 miles circles the shore; it is a popular fishing spot.
- Nearest town
- Mammoth Lakes, CA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 37.5950, -118.8520
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 April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. Hot in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Convict Lake CampgroundCampsite0 mi from Convict Lake · 85 pitchesTentsCaravans
- Mammoth Mountain RV ParkMotorhome stopover7 mi from Convict Lake · 100 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Big Springs CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Convict Lake · 26 pitchesTentsCaravansToiletsFree
- Glass Creek CampgroundCampsite13 mi from Convict Lake · 66 pitchesTentsCaravansToiletsFree
- Oh! Ridge CampgroundCampsite19 mi from Convict LakeTentsCaravansDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Silver Lake CampgroundCampsite20 mi from Convict LakeTentsCaravans
All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Convict Lake?
Convict Lake is in Mammoth Lakes, CA, at GPS 37.5950, -118.8520. It is about 18 mi from June Lake.
Can you camp near Convict Lake?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Convict Lake Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 80 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Convict Lake?
Convict Lake is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mammoth Lakes, June Lake Loop and the ghost town of Bodie.
What is there to see near Convict Lake?
Places worth a stop nearby: Hot Creek Geological Site (5 mi), Devils Postpile National Monument (13 mi), June Lake Loop (18 mi) and Mono Lake Tufa (26 mi).
When is the best time to visit Convict Lake?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)