Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Guided tours
No
Backcountry camping
Yes
Lodging
No
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Between the jagged peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the Inyo Mountains lie the Alabama Hills, which are composed of rounded rocks and eroding hills with a unique appearance. Located west of Lone Pine, California, this area is managed by the Bureau of Land Management.

THINGS TO DO

There are a number of recreational activities available in the Alabama Hills, including scenic drives, rock climbing, hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. 

Movie fans will enjoy taking a self guided film tour along movie road and exploring the sets of over 300 films. Both novice and experienced photographers will enjoy the unique beauty of the Alabama Hills. 

The rocks themselves are interesting, and their dramatic appearance is heightened by the impressive peaks behind them, including Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States.
 

NEARBY CAMPGROUNDS

BLM Tuttle Creek Campground

Inyo National Forest Lone Pine Campground

Inyo County Portuguese Joe Campground

DISPERSED CAMPING

Dispersed camping is only allowed in designated areas that are usually marked with a tent symbol. To see an example of these signs and to learn more please visit https://www.blm.gov/visit/alabama-hills-national-scenic-area
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Bureau of Land Management: https://www.blm.gov/visit/alabama-hills

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Fall

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Movie tours. Dispersed camping. Hiking trails.

Cons

Area can get busy on the weekends, especially campsites.

Features

Historically significant
Backcountry camping
Wildlife
Bouldering
Big vistas
Geologically significant

Location

Nearby Adventures

Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California
Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California

Nearby Lodging + Camping

Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California
Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California

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