Lake Alpine Campground (AKA West Shore) is one of the most popular camping destinations along the Ebbetts Pass corridor. Situated next to the beautiful mountain lake, campsites are within walking distance of fishing, swimming, and boating. A boat ramp is nearby along with a small store and restaurant at Lake Alpine Lodge.
The speed limit on the lake is 10 MPH. Lake Alpine's water can be very cold and swimmers should use caution. Children should wear life jackets. In the summer various programs are provided for visitors, including evening campfire programs and weekly activities for children.
As soon as Lake Alpine Campground opens in late May, sites begin to fill up. Reservations are available during peak times. All the campsites are suitable for tents and small RVs or trailers.
Note that on the reservation website Lake Alpine Campground is called West Shore Campground
| Lake Alpine Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Lake Alpine Campground Location: | Off Highway 4, fifty miles east of Angels Camp |
| Elevation: | 7,300 feet |
| Miles/Driving time: | Stockton - 100 miles, 2:05 |
| Campground Open: | Late-May through October, as weather permits |
| Number of Sites: | 25 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2, fee for 2nd vehicle |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Lake Alpine Campground Inc. for Stanislaus National Forest |
| Calaveras Ranger District: | (209) 795-1381 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Reservations can be made for camping dates during peak season, usually mid-July through September. At other times when the campground is open, sites are first come, first served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken up to 6 months in advance of your arrival. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 40 feet (Not all campsites are the same. Confirm on the reservation website that your RV/trailer/vehicle will fit in the chosen campsite) |
| Accessible Sites: | #2 and 3 |
| Fees: | $30 per night |
| Reservations: | Lake Alpine Campground Reservations
or call 1-877-444-6777 |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Lake Alpine Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring |
| Campground: | restrooms with flush toilets, tap water; no hook-ups |
| Showers: | Nearby at Lake Alpine Lodge |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Attractions near Lake Alpine Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
Lake Alpine Campground
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