Bootleg Campground / Bridgeport Area

Bootleg Campground:     Area: 22 miles north of Bridgeport; six  miles north of the  junction with Highway 395 and Highway 108

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Administered by: Bridgeport Ranger District (760) 873-2400

http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/districts/bridgeport.shtml

Elevation: 6,600

Description: Bootleg Campground offers solitude and a chance to get away from crowds in shaded Jeffrey pines. The campground is across the highway from West Walker River, which has good fishing opportunities.

Season Length: May-September, subject to weather conditions

Number of sites: 63

Fee: $17 plus $6 for each additional vehicle

RV sites:  Yes   RV’s up to: 35 feet    No Hook-ups:   Garbage: containers

Toilets: Flush    Water: Yes      Picnic tables and fire grills

Nearest town: Bridgeport

Nearby facilities:

Nearby fishing: West Walker River

Reservations:  No

Additional information:  Pets must be kept on a leash.   An extra $6.fee is charged for each additional vehicle. Please note that the dates and prices above are subject to change and reflect 2007 data.  If listed, the campground opening dates are approximate due to weather conditions.  For reservable campsites, go on line at  www.recreation.gov or phone toll free at 877-444-6777 mid May through Labor Day weekend. For more information, contact Bridgeport Ranger District.

Directions: From Bridgeport, drive approximately 22 miles north on Highway 395. The campground is on left hand side of the highway in Walker Canyon.