Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232241
When Tuff Campground reopens
Tuff Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
22
Openings · last 90 days
82
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dTuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 23 of 82 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Tuesday (28.0%), with Thursday (15) and Sunday (13) 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 06:00 and 18:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 36 of 82 detected openings (43.9%). 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 11 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 6–18.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 031 | 11 | 13.4% |
| 032 | 9 | 11.0% |
| 033 | 8 | 9.8% |
| 034 | 8 | 9.8% |
| 023 | 8 | 9.8% |
Site 031 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 11. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Apr 23 – May 3, 2027 · of 33 monitored sites
Of the 363 tracked site-nights (Apr 23 – May 3, 2027): 214 open for online reservation · 28 reserved · 121 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 33 monitored sites, 22 can be reserved online and 11 are first-come, first-served.
Where the open windows are
41% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 214 of 363 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Apr 23 – May 3, 2027Not open online41%
Open site-nights214 / 363
Reserved (of online inventory)28 / 242
Weekday openings100
Weekend openings114
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 100 fall on weekdays and 114 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027April holds the most room. 154 of 264 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 33 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 013 | 11 |
| 014 | 11 |
| 015 | 11 |
| 016 | 11 |
| 017 | 11 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 23, 2027. That is about 172 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 23, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe Apr 23, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Stays and site detail
214 open site-nights across 22 sites at Tuff Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 20 2-night, 20 3-night, 19 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Apr 23, 2027 at site 013.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 45 ft. 33 sites take 25 ft, 24 sites take 35 ft, 15 sites take 40 ft.
All 22 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 013 | 30 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 014 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 015 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 016 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 017 | 40 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 018 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 019 | 40 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 020 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 021 | 25 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 022 | 30 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 023 | 40 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 024 | 40 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 025 | 45 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 026 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 027 | 25 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 028 | 30 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 030 | 35 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 031 | 40 ft | None | 11 | 11 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 032 | 30 ft | None | 8 | 8 nights | Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027, Apr 30, 2027, May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 029 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 5 nights | Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 033 | 35 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | May 3, 2027 |
| 034 | 30 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | May 3, 2027 |
About Tuff Campground
Overview
Tuff Campground is situated along Rock Creek in the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. It is convenient to Tom's Place and U.S. Highway 395.
At an elevation of 7,000 ft., it is lower than many of the region's campgrounds and thus frequently one of the first campgrounds to open in the spring.
Popular activities include hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing and viewing the area's volcanic rock formations.
Opening and closing dates for the season are dependent on weather. The campground usually opens the last weekend in April to coincide with the first day of fishing in the Sierras.
Recreation
Rock Creek and nearby Rock Creek Lake and Crawley Lake are hot spots for trout fishing. A catch from the creek may including brook, brown, rainbow and stocked Alpers trout.
The area's majestic scenery and challenging trails are an obvious draw for hikers and mountain bikers.
Facilities
This moderate-sized facility is well spread out over three loops. Some campsites sit in the shade along Rock Creek, and those at the foot of the Tuff rock formations receive more sun.
There is space for small trailers and RVs, as well as some very nice level sites for tents. The campground has gravel roads.
Firewood is available on-site for purchase, and Tom's Place has other supplies and fee showers within a short drive.
Natural Features
This campground is named for the Tuff rock formations that lie in and around it. Most campsites are situated in an open sagebrush landscape, with aspens, cottonwood and Jeffrey pine trees surrounding the area.
The clear, cold and cascading Rock Creek runs alongside the campsites, offering a relaxing sound for campers.
The area is home to abundant wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine martin, pika and many species of fish and birds.
Nearby Attractions
For campers interested in local events, Mule Days are held in nearby Bishop over Memorial Day weekend, and the Mammoth Jazz Jubilee is hosted in Mammoth in mid-July.
33 monitored sites11 FCFS sitesRVs up to 45 ftNo hookups4 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
From Mammoth Lakes or Bishop, California: Take U.S. Highway 395 to the Owens Gorge Road exit at Tom's Place (25 miles north of Bishop and 13 miles south of Mammoth Lakes). Drive 200 yards east to the gravel road and continue north a short distance to the campground along Rock Creek. Follow signs.
Inyo, CA760-935-4026
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-232241 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Tuff Campground?
Reservations for Tuff Campground are made through Recreation.gov. 214 of 363 tracked site-nights are currently open (59%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 82 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 re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Tuff Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 82 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 Tuff Campground?
Tuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 23 of 82 (28%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Tuff Campground?
20 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Apr 23, 2027 at site 013. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Tuff Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
24 of the 33 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 45 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Tuff Campground?
April 2027, with 154 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 264.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Tuff Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 11 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 6-18.8 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Tuff Campground?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Tuff Campground begins Apr 23, 2027 — about 172 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 23, 2027.
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