Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway

Escape to Lale Olancha, where spacious tent sites and Wi-Fi await amidst the serene lakeside surroundings. Enter a 400-foot, rock walled entrance to unwind by the water's edge with plenty of parking space nearby. Take in breathtaking views of the Sierra Mountains or explore nearby attractions like Fossil Falls and Cerro Gordo Mining Town.

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly

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About this property

Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway

Bring your own tent and experience the majesty of Lale Olancha.
Our intimate camping tent site in California hosts spacious tent sites with Wi-Fi. From our campsite you’ll find the majestic, snowcapped Sierra Mountains to the West and Death Valley to the East.  Enter a 400-foot, rock walled entrance to our serene lakeside surroundings. This space gives the camper the relaxing getaway deserved
Plenty of parking space and lots of space to explore and drive around.
Beautiful view of the Sierra Mountains, near Death Valley, Mount Whitney and Alabama Hills. Several places to explore including the Museum of Western Film History, Dirty Socks Hot Springs, Cerro Gordo Mining Town, Fossil Falls, Diaz Lake Recreation Area, Lone Pine Film Museum. Quick access to hiking and dirt roads.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Bedrooms

Bedroom

Bathroom

1 bathroom

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

In the mountains

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Olancha, CA

What's nearby

Sequoia National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Gus's Fresh Jerky - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Eastern Sierra InterAgency Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
Alabama Hills - 42 min drive - 54.3 km
Mount Whitney Trailhead - 54 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Olancha Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Gus's Really Good Fresh Jerky - ‬18 min walk
‪Ranch House Cafe - ‬17 min walk
‪Adriana's Cafe - ‬17 min walk
Johnny Rebs Bbq

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway pet-friendly?

Yes, this campground allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway on Sept 4, 2025 start from CA $53.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway located?

Situated in the mountains, this campground is within a 15-minute walk of Sequoia National Forest and Gus's Fresh Jerky. Eastern Sierra InterAgency Visitor Center is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away.

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Lake Olancha Tent site#3 Death Valley Passageway Reviews

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Helen S Z.

Mar 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

Cold and windy

the campsite was empty when we arrived with only 1 other RV, so not sure if it was just unpopular or we went at a bad time. It was extremely windy we couldn't even cook our food. I also got sick from the cold.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024