Alabama Hills BLM Movie Road Dispersed Sites
Granite boulder formations create natural windbreaks and privacy screens for dispersed sites scattered along Movie Road and Tuttle Creek Road. Whitney Portal looms 10,000 feet above while rounded boulders provide endless scrambling and photography opportunities. Sites range from single-rig nooks between rocks to larger clearings accommodating multiple vehicles. Popular with photographers chasing sunrise alpenglow on the Sierra crest.
Maintained gravel roads suitable for any vehicle, though best sites require short drives on rougher spurs. No facilities or water — Lone Pine is 6 miles for resupply. Area sees heavy weekend use; arrive early or midweek for prime spots. Fire restrictions common during dry months.
Granite boulder camping beneath Sierra peaks
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Lone Pine, CA |
| Miles from pavement | 3.1 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 40 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Land manager | BLM |
| Permit required | No |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |