(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten

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Overview

Pine Marten Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads.

Campground may open earlier and close later on a first come first serve basis as weather (snow level) allows. This information will be posted on this page as soon as it becomes available.

The current dates for reservations have historically allowed for comfortable camping, but please take into consideration the high alpine location when making a reservation. It is possible to have snow, rain, mud, and overall cold/wet conditions any time of year.

Recreation

Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.

Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, bathrooms are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Resort. No electricity or hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food, and apparel is available in the general store at Lake Alpine Resort.

Natural Features

Pine Marten Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the east end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views. Squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, eagles, and many different birds make this area their home. The wildflowers are also beautiful!

Nearby Attractions

A restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. The immediate area is suited for forest and wilderness recreation. A short car ride away there is Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.

Camp site features

Across 31 camp sites:

Pets allowed: all 31 sites
Longest rig: 55 ft
Largest party: 6 people

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

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Warren B

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Reviewed 10 days ago

A great campground with many of the sites tent only. Unfortunately, RecGov isn’t accurate on which can fit a trailer or RV.

Hayley L

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Pine Marten was a very quiet campground. The sites are well spaced so you have privacy but you still feel like you have neighbors nearby so you don't feel too lonely. Easy walk to the lake and trailheads.

Tatiana K

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Reviewed 10 days ago

We went in August, the lake was warm enough to swim, almost no mosquitos, some wasps during the day. Spotty reception for at&t. Water is available but smells like iron pipes so I suggest to bring a filter to drink it. Lots of great hikes in the area.

Matthew S

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Reviewed a month ago

Camp host is on it, keeping bathrooms clean at all times. Parking can be rough depending on your site, and finding flat ground for tents can be tough on some sites

Jimmy G

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Reviewed a month ago

Lake was beautiful. Everything was clean

Debra W

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Reviewed a month ago

We loved this campground and our campsite. We had a filtered view of the lake, which was wonderful. The campground was very clean and the camp host was great. He was very friendly, helpful and actually did his job. Loved all the paths to and around the lake. Great place ti hike, bike and kayak. We will look forward to returning!

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve Watch

Popularity: Busy

Busiest in August, when about 69% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 7 years of reservations.