Union Reservoir is set in a granite basin with expansive mountain views. The
reservoir has lots of small islands and is kept mostly full. The campground is
adjacent to the reservoir, nestled in red fir and lodgepole pine forest.

<link href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318146.css" media="screen" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" /><script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/1.8.3/jquery.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5317644.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script type="text/javascript">var $j = jQuery;$j.noConflict();$j(window).load(function() {$j('#slider3').nivoSlider( {effect: 'fade',startSlide: 0,animSpeed: 750,pauseTime: 8000});});</script><div id="slider3"><img alt="Tent trailer in foreground under trees, lake and mountains in background" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd983961.jpg" title="Union East Campground" /></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Union Reservoir is set in a granite basin with expansive mountain views. The reservoir&nbsp;has lots of small islands and is kept mostly full. The campground is adjacent to the reservoir,&nbsp;nestled&nbsp;in red fir and lodgepole pine forest.</p>

The Forest Service operates the Union East Campground and charges the
following fees: New campsite fee prices, 2024 & 2025 $25 per night and fee
raises to $30 per night in 2026.   The America the Beautiful, Interagency
Senior and Access Passes are honored and receive 50% off the nightly rate.
Only applicable to the single site the pass holder occupies.  Pass number must
be written on fee envelope. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not
provide any discounts on camping.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Union East Campground

## Overview

Union Reservoir is set in a granite basin with expansive mountain views. The
reservoir has lots of small islands and is kept mostly full. The Union West
campground is adjacent to the reservoir, nestled in red fir and lodgepole pine
forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Union Reservoir is set in a granite basin with expansive mountain views. The reservoir has lots of small islands and is kept mostly full. The Union West campground is adjacent to the reservoir, nestled in red fir and lodgepole pine forest.</p>

The America the Beautiful Interagency Senior and Access Passes are honored and
receive 50% off the nightly rate. Only applicable to the single site the pass
holder occupies. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide
any discounts on camping.

Reservations required via Recreation.gov

Union West Campground Union Reservoir

Union and Utica Campgrounds

Union West Campground

Union Reservoir

Union West - Union Reservoir (Stanislaus NF)

## Overview

Utica Reservoir is set in a granite basin surrounded by red fir and lodgepole
pine forest. The reservoir has lots of islands and is kept mostly full.
Granite slabs along the shore extend into the water.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Utica Reservoir is set in a granite basin surrounded by red fir and lodgepole pine forest. The reservoir has lots of islands and is kept mostly full. Granite slabs along the shore extend into the water. </p>

Sandy Flat Utica Campgrounds

Sandy Flat Campground

Sandy Flat Utica Reservoir

Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF)

Timbered setting near the shore of Spicer Reservoir.

Spicer Reservoir Campground is operated by Royal Elk Park Management; Royal
Elk Park Management - Camping, Campgrounds, Campsite

<p><img alt="Spicer Reservoir" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd498262.jpg" title="Spicer Reservoir" /></p><p>Timbered setting near the shore of Spicer Reservoir.</p><p>Spicer Reservoir Campground is operated by Royal Elk Park Management;&nbsp;<a href="https://royalelkparkmanagement.com/">Royal Elk Park Management - Camping, Campgrounds, Campsite</a></p>

Spicer Reservoir Campground

Mature conifer forest on the North Fork Stanislaus River near Spicer
Reservoir. There are 25 campsites with picnic tables, hand pumped water, and
vault toilets.

<p>Mature conifer forest on the North Fork Stanislaus River near Spicer Reservoir.  There are 25 campsites with picnic tables, hand pumped water, and vault toilets.</p>

Stanislaus River Campground

Lake Alpine Campground is one of five campgrounds within the Lake Alpine
Recreation Area that are situated in mature conifer forest on the shores of
Lake Alpine. Lake Alpine Campground has 25 sites; there is RV camping but no
hookups or electric.

Reservations required via Recreation.gov

For more information on the recreation area and links to the other campground
pages, visit the Lake Alpine Recreation Area page.

<p>Lake Alpine Campground is one of five campgrounds within the Lake Alpine Recreation Area&nbsp;that are&nbsp;situated in mature conifer forest on the shores of Lake Alpine. Lake Alpine Campground has 25 sites; there is RV camping but no hookups or electric.</p><p>Reservations required via&nbsp;<a href="https://www.recreation.gov/">Recreation.gov</a></p><p>For more information on the recreation area and links to the other campground pages, visit the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recarea/?recid=14871">Lake Alpine Recreation Area</a>&nbsp;page.</p>

Lake Alpine Campground (West Shore)

## Overview

West Shore Campground sits directly off the north shore of Lake Alpine. It is
walking distance to the boat launch, rentals, and Lake Alpine Lodge.

## Recreation

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

## Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.
Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets 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 Lodge.

## Natural Features

West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north 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.

## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs,
Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras
County.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>West Shore Campground sits directly off the north shore of Lake Alpine. It is walking distance to the boat launch, rentals, and Lake Alpine Lodge. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching.  Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.  Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets 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 Lodge.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north 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.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.</p>

Aerial photo of Lake Alpine

Kayak fisherman on Lake Alpine

(Lake Alpine) West Shore

## Overview

Backpackers' Campground is located on the East end of Lake Alpine, CA. All
sites are walk-in tent sites. Cars cannot be parked in camp, parking is
available on the adjacent street.

Backpackers' Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, in a
timbered setting near several trailheads.

Campground may open earlier and close later 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, rock
climbing, 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, vault toilets 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 Lodge.

## Natural Features

SIlver Valley 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.

## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs,
Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras
County.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Backpackers' Campground is located on the East end of Lake Alpine, CA. All sites are walk-in tent sites. Cars cannot be parked in camp, parking is available on the adjacent street. </p>
<p>Backpackers'  Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, in a timbered setting near several trailheads.</p>
<p>Campground may open earlier and close later as weather (snow level) allows. This information will be posted on this page as soon as it becomes available. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching.  Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.  Picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets 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 Lodge.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>SIlver Valley 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.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.</p>

Parking on other side of road - no individual site parking spots

(Lake Alpine) Backpackers

Potable water is not currently available at Lake Alpine Pine Marten, Silver
Valley, and Backpackers Campgrounds. Potable water is available in other Lake
Alpine Campgrounds and Day Use areas, as well as Lake Alpine Lodge.

## Overview

Silver Valley 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, rock
climbing, 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, vault toilets 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 Lodge.

## Natural Features

Silver Valley 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.

## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs,
Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras
County.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Silver Valley Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads.</p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching.  Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.  Picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets 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 Lodge.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Silver Valley 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.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.</p>

Aerial view of Lake Alpine and surrounding area

Bathroom and water spigot

(LAKE ALPINE) SILVER VALLEY CAMPGROUND

(Lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>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!</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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.</p>

Vault toilet

Campground map

(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten

## Overview

Lodgepole Group Campground is located just two miles west of Lake Alpine in
northern California. The campground affords breathtaking views of the
surrounding Stanislaus National Forest.

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 recreation opportunities. Hike, bike,
or ride a horse on Bear Valley, an accessible trail that winds along the
lakeshore to the community of Bear Valley. It connects with the historic
Emigrant Trail, the route pioneers once traveled via covered wagon to settle
in California.  
  
Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer
months.

## Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.
Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets are available. Hot showers and
laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. 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 Lodge.

## Natural Features

Lodgepole Campground is situated on a large, flat plain, not far from a creek.
It sits at an elevation of 7,290 feet, within the Stanislaus National Forest
in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and
Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped peaks and California's Great
Central Valley.  
  
A wide variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including marmots,
squirrels, coyotes, deer and many birds.

## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs,
Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras
County.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Lodgepole Group Campground is located just two miles west of Lake Alpine in northern California. The campground affords breathtaking views of the surrounding Stanislaus National Forest. </p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreation opportunities. Hike, bike, or ride a horse on Bear Valley, an accessible trail that winds along the lakeshore to the community of Bear Valley. It connects with the historic Emigrant Trail, the route pioneers once traveled via covered wagon to settle in California.
<br/><br/>
Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.  Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. 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 Lodge.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lodgepole Campground is situated on a large, flat plain, not far from a creek. It sits at an elevation of 7,290 feet, within the Stanislaus National Forest in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped peaks and California's Great Central Valley.
<br/><br/>
A wide variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including marmots, squirrels, coyotes, deer and many birds.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.</p>

Fees will NOT be waived for things like changes in weather, or naturally
occurring wildlife in the area.

LAKE ALPINE - LODGEPOLE GROUP

Well water pump

(Lake Alpine) Lodgepole Campground

In lodgepole pine and red fir forest on Highway 4 between Bear Valley and Lake
Alpine.

<p>In lodgepole pine and red fir forest on Highway 4 between Bear Valley and Lake Alpine.</p>

Lodgepole Group Campground

## Overview

Silvertip Campground is less than a mile west of Lake Alpine, with a trail
leading from the campground down to the lake.

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. There is
hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV-ing, 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, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite.
Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets 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 Lodge.

## Natural Features

West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north 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.

## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs,
Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras
County.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Silvertip Campground is less than a mile west of Lake Alpine, with a trail leading from the campground down to the lake.</p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities.  There is hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV-ing, swimming, and wildlife watching.  Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets 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 Lodge.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north 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.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.</p>

Flush toilets

Distant view of Lake Alpine

(LAKE ALPINE)  SILVER TIP CAMPGROUND

Road map

(Lake Alpine)  Silver Tip Campground

## Overview

**BIG MEADOW CAMPGROUND IS CURRENTLY CLOSED**. Trash and Water Services are
not available at this time.

Big Meadow Campground lies at about 6,400 feet elevation on the Stanislaus
National Forest. It is located 21 miles east of Arnold, California.
Breathtaking views abound, and wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots,
squirrels, and deer's.

## Recreation

Picnicking, birding and hiking are popular pastimes at Big Meadow.  
  
Lake Alpine and Spicer Meadow Reservoir, both just a 15 minute drive away,
offer fishing and other water activities.

## Facilities

Big Meadow has 65 individual camping sites and is currently **CLOSED**.

Big Meadow Group camp is easily accessible from Highway 4 and can accommodate
a maximum of 50 guests and 20 vehicles. **THERE IS CURRENTLY NO WATER & THE
VAULT TOILETS ARE CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. **

## Natural Features

Situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, Stanislaus National Forest is
sandwiched between the well-known destinations, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. It
boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great
Central Valley.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (209) 753-6350.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>BIG MEADOW CAMPGROUND IS CURRENTLY CLOSED</strong>. Trash and Water Services are not available at this time. </p><p>Big Meadow Campground lies at about 6,400 feet elevation on the Stanislaus National Forest. It is located 21 miles east of Arnold, California. Breathtaking views abound, and wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels, and deer's.</p><h2>Recreation</h2>
Picnicking, birding and hiking are popular pastimes at Big Meadow. 
<br/><br/>
Lake Alpine and Spicer Meadow Reservoir, both just a 15 minute drive away, offer fishing and other water activities.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Big Meadow has 65 individual camping sites and is currently <strong>CLOSED</strong>.</p><p>Big Meadow Group camp is easily accessible from Highway 4 and can accommodate a maximum of 50 guests and 20 vehicles.  <strong>THERE IS CURRENTLY NO WATER & THE VAULT TOILETS ARE CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. </strong></p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
Situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, Stanislaus National Forest is sandwiched between the well-known destinations, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. It boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (209) 753-6350.

BIG MEADOW STANISLAUS NATL FS

Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)

In a forest of white fir, red fir, lodgepole pine, and quaking aspen with
numerous granite outcrops. Reservations required via Recreation.gov

<p>In a forest of white fir, red fir, lodgepole pine, and quaking aspen with numerous granite outcrops.&nbsp;Reservations required via&nbsp;<a href="https://www.recreation.gov/">Recreation.gov</a></p>

New fee prices in 2024 & 2025 $75 per night and in 2026 price increase to $100
per night. America the Beautiful pass discount not allowed on group camp
reservations.

Big Meadow Group Campground

Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is
possible.

Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine. Mosquito has 11
sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.

<p>Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is possible.</p><p>Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine.  Mosquito has 11 sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.</p>

Mosquito Lakes Campground

Boulder Flat Campground is situated in a mixed conifer forest along the banks
of the Stanislaus River. It is located 20 miles east of the Summit Ranger
Station on Highway 108. There are a total of 20 camping sites; one is a double
site and two are walk-in sites. The main road is paved with dirt-surfaced
parking pads. Restrooms are vault toilets. Water is piped; each hydrant serves
several sites. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There is no
designated trail down to the river.

<link href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318146.css" media="screen" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" /><script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/1.8.3/jquery.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5317644.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script type="text/javascript">var $j = jQuery;$j.noConflict();$j(window).load(function() {$j('#slider').nivoSlider( {effect: 'fade',startSlide: 0,animSpeed: 750,pauseTime: 8000});});</script><div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522759"><img alt="Boulder Flat Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522759.jpg" title="Boulder Flat Sign" /></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522760"><img alt="Boulder Flat Bench" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522760.jpg" title="Boulder Flat Bench" /></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522762"><img alt="Boulder Flat Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522762.jpg" title="Boulder Flat Campground" /></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522763"><img alt="Boulder Flat Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522763.jpg" title="Boulder Flat Campground" /></a></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Boulder Flat Campground is situated in a mixed conifer forest along the banks of the Stanislaus River. It is located 20 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station on Highway 108. There are a total of 20 camping sites; one is a double site and two are walk-in sites. The main road is paved with dirt-surfaced parking pads. Restrooms are vault toilets. Water is piped; each hydrant serves several sites. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There is no designated trail down to the river.</p>

Dodge Ridge Corporation operates Boulder Flat Campground and charges the
following fees: Cash only.

  * $25.00 for a single-family site
  * $50.00 for a double-family site

The Interagency Senior and Interagency Access Passes are honored and provide a
50 percent discount on camping fees in the campground.  Pass number must be
written on fee envelope or Pass must be shown to Host. The Interagency Annual
and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on camping. Dodge Ridge
Corporation operates this campground under a special use permit administered
by the Forest Service. The fees paid by concessionaires finance the
refurbishment of facilities in the campgrounds they operate.

Boulder Flat Campground

Fence Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest high above the Clark
Fork of the Stanislaus River. It is located on Forest Road 6N06 off of Clark
Fork Road. Turn left off of Highway 108 at Clark Fork Road, about 20 miles
from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 38 sites; each site has a table and
a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water
is not available. Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra vehicle
parking.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522822" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fence Creek Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522822.jpg" title="Fence Creek Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522823" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fence Creek Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522823.jpg" title="Fence Creek Campground Sign"/></a></div><p>Fence Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest high above the Clark Fork of the Stanislaus River. It is located on Forest Road 6N06 off of Clark Fork Road. Turn left off of Highway 108 at Clark Fork Road, about 20 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 38 sites; each site has a table and a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water is not available. Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra vehicle parking.</p>

Fence Creek Campground

In meadow and forest, adjacent to Pacific Creek and near Mokelumne River and
Mosquito Lakes.

<link href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318146.css" media="screen" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" /><script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/1.8.3/jquery.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5317644.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script type="text/javascript">var $j = jQuery;$j.noConflict();$j(window).load(function() {$j('#slider3').nivoSlider( {effect: 'fade',startSlide: 0,animSpeed: 750,pauseTime: 8000});});</script><div id="slider3"><img alt="Road through meadow with shrubs and trees" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd984559.jpg" title="Pacific Valley" /> <img alt="Picnic table next to creek with trees" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd984558.jpg" title="Campsite in Pacific Valley Campground" /></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In meadow and forest, adjacent to Pacific Creek and near Mokelumne River and Mosquito Lakes.</p>

The Forest Service operates the Pacific Valley Campground and charges the
following fees: New campsite fee prices, 2024 & 2025 $15 per night and fee
raises to $20 per night in 2026.   The America the Beautiful, Interagency
Senior and Access Passes are honored and receive 50% off the nightly rate.
Only applicable to the single site the pass holder occupies.  Pass number must
be written on fee envelope. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not
provide any discounts on camping.

Pacific Valley Campground

Niagara Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest. It is located on
Forest Road 5N01. Turn right off of Highway 108 at Eagle Meadow Road (5N01),
about 15 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 10 sites; each site
has a table and a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced.
Potable water is not available. Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra
vehicle parking.

<div id="slider"><img alt="Niagara Creek Campground Information Board" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525207.jpg" title="Niagara Creek Campground Information Board"/> <img alt="Niagara Creek Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525205.jpg" title="Niagara Creek Campground"/> <img alt="Niagara Creek Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525198.jpg" title="Niagara Creek Campground Sign"/> <img alt="Niagara Creek Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525201.jpg" title="Niagara Creek Campground Restroom"/></div><p> </p><p>Niagara Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest. It is located on Forest Road 5N01. Turn right off of Highway 108 at Eagle Meadow Road (5N01), about 15 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 10 sites; each site has a table and a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water is not available. Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra vehicle parking.</p>

Niagara Creek Campground

Mill Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest with a stand of
beautiful aspens. It is located on Highway 108, about 14 miles from the Summit
Ranger Station. There are 17 sites; each site has a table and a fire ring. The
main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water is not available.
Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra vehicle parking.

<div id="slider"><img alt="Mill Creek Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525184.jpg" title="Mill Creek Campground"/> <img alt="Mill Creek Campground Information Board" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525185.jpg" title="Mill Creek Campground Information Board"/> <img alt="Mill Creek Campground Stream" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525186.jpg" title="Mill Creek Campground Stream"/><img alt="Mill Creek Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525187.jpg" title="Mill Creek Campground Restroom"/></div><p> </p><p>Mill Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest with a stand of beautiful aspens. It is located on Highway 108, about 14 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 17 sites; each site has a table and a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water is not available. Toilets are vault-style. Fee charged for extra vehicle parking.</p>