Openings · last 7 days
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Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Onion Valley. That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232077
When Onion Valley reopens
Onion Valley's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
37
Openings · last 90 days
111
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dFriday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 28 of 111 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Friday (25.2%), with Thursday (20) and Monday (19) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 18:00 and 22:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 52 of 111 detected openings (46.8%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Pacific Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 7 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 5–12 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 014 | 14 | 12.6% |
| 013 | 12 | 10.8% |
| 001 | 11 | 9.9% |
| 002 | 9 | 8.1% |
| 020 | 9 | 8.1% |
Site 014 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 14. One free watch covers every site here.
About Onion Valley
Overview
This quiet campground is set amidst breathtaking scenery of rugged mountain peaks, thick forests and waterfalls in the Onion Valley area of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Its location on the creek and proximity to the John Muir Wilderness make it a popular hub for hikers, anglers, photographers and those who want to relax in a peaceful, natural setting.
Recreation
Majestic scenery and challenging trails draw campers to the Onion Valley area for hiking and horseback riding. The campground is near Kearsarge Pass, Robinson Lake and Golden Trout Lakes Trailheads, which access several alpine lakes and mountain peaks within the John Muir Wilderness, as well as Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
The eastern Sierras are also known for exceptional trout fishing. From the campground, anglers can try for rainbow, brown, brook and Alpers trout in Robinson Lake and a nearby creek.
Facilities
The campground is tucked away near the end of Onion Valley Road. Campsites are private and primitive, and every site has a scenic view. Amenities include vault toilets, and bear-proof food storage lockers, which campers are required to use. Firewood is for sale on-site.
Natural Features
Situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet, the campground is surrounded by the towering peaks of the John Muir Wilderness and immersed in shrubs, lodgepole pine and aspens. Lovely wildflowers color the landscape in late spring and early summer. The campground is adjacent to a creek and lake.
The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear,which frequent the campground, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds.
Nearby Attractions
Campers can enter the John Muir Wilderness, a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially carved terrain, via nearby trails. Some trails lead into Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to the west.
29 monitored sitesRVs up to 25 ftNo hookups8 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
The campground is 13 miles west of the town of Independence, California. Take U.S. Highway 395 to Independence. Turn west on Market Street, which turns into Onion Valley Road. Follow Onion Valley Road for 13 miles to the campground.
Independence, CA760-937-6070
CampingFishingHikingHorseback RidingWildlife Viewing
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02 · Field Photos · roll CS-232077 · facility + sites
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Roll CS-232077 · Onion Valley · CA12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Onion Valley?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 111 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Onion Valley, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Onion Valley?
Campsite Sniper detected 111 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Onion Valley?
Friday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 28 of 111 (25.2%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Which sites at Onion Valley fit a 35-foot RV?
No RV-analyzable site here has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 25 ft. 19 of those 29 sites have a recorded maximum length and 10 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Onion Valley?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 7 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 5-12 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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