Movie Flat Sites 12-15

This particular route takes you toward the eastern edge of the Alabama Hills area and several designated campsites that offer more seclusion than you might find at other sites in the area. Be advised that driving to the end will require higher clearance and potentially 4WD if the trails are wet. Two sites along this road are well dispersed from the crowds.

About the camping on this route:

All dispersed camping is designated to a specific site and requires a permit. A permit can be obtained online or at the Eastern Sierra Visitor Center or kiosks located on Movie Road and the main entry point in Lone Pine. Permits need to be signed and displayed on your dashboard. 

The BLM has created a map showing the site numbers. However, those numbers are not used in the field, but each site is clearly marked with either a camping allowed or no camping allowed symbol on a clearly visible sign. Please be aware that all sites are first come, first served, and a permit does not guarantee you will find a site. Due to the area's popularity, it is best to arrive early. 

There are six portable restrooms throughout Alabama Hills. If you do not want to drive or walk to one, you must bring your own system to pack out human waste. 

Below is a brief description of each site, listed as if you were driving from Movie Road:

• 16 and 17: Near porta-potty and accessed right from Movie Road.  
• 14: Large flat next to road backs up to rocks view of power poles.
• 15: Large and flat, hidden behind rocks. 
• 12: Flat and open and away from people. Great view of the Sierra Nevadas from camp.
• 13: This is the most secluded and large site in the area, but it's not all level. There is one small flat tent spot. If you are with a larger group, you must be able to level yourself.