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Piute Mountains

The Piutes Mountains are the southeastern mountains of the Kern River Ranger District. This area can be accessed through Kelso Valley to Piute Mountain Road or through Walker Basin to the other end of Piute Mountain Road. The Piutes is a major OHV area. A popular staging area is at Landers Campground. [LINKS TO PIUTE AREAS]

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Piute Mountains reservable?

Piute Mountains is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Piute Mountains?

See the map for Piute Mountains's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Piute Mountains?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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