Pine Marten Campground at Lake Alpine in the Stanislaus National Forest is a great family destination. Fishing, swimming, and boating are all close at hand. The speed limit on the lake is 10 MPH. Campsites are spread through a mature conifer forest with mixed sunlight and shade.
During the summer, interpretive programs are offered at nearby Lake Alpine Campground's amphitheater. They also have guided nature walks and children's programs. Lake Alpine's water can be very cold and swimmers should use extreme caution. Children should wear life jackets.
A short walk northeast of Pine Marten Campground is a Backpackers' Camp. These camps are provided for backpackers to spend a single night before or after setting out on a wilderness trip.
| Pine Marten Campground Basics | |
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| Pine Marten Campground Location: | Off Highway 4 at Lake Alpine, 50 miles east of Angels Camp |
| Elevation: | 7,300 feet |
| Miles/Driving time: | Stockton - 105 miles, 2:11 |
| Campground Open: | Late-May through October, depending on weather |
| Number of Sites: | 32 |
| 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 | |
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| Reservations available: | Reservations can be made for camping dates during peak season, usually mid-July through early September. At other times when the campground is open, sites are first come, first served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 4 days 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: | None designated |
| Fees: | $30 per night |
| Reservations: | Pine Marten Campground Reservations
or call 1-877-444-6777 |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Pine Marten Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | restrooms with flush toilets, one ADA vault toilet, tap water |
| Showers: | Nearby at Lake Alpine Resort |
| Dump Station: | No |
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Backpackers' Campground
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
Pine Marten Campground
Visitors to Pine Marten Campground at Lake Alpine are close to many outdoor activities and adventures.
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