Pine Marten
Closed for the season. Opening date depends on snow conditions at this high-alpine location. Reservations available via Recreation.gov when the campground opens, typically late spring or early summer.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Woodcut/PAL Information
For woodcut day/PAL information, please call 209-532-5601
About
Pine Marten Campground occupies a scenic forested setting on the eastern shore of Lake Alpine within Stanislaus National Forest. At 7,400 feet elevation in Alpine County, the campground features mature conifer forest and proximity to multiple trailheads. All 32 standard nonelectric sites include picnic tables, campfire rings with grills, and access to bear-proof food storage boxes. Vault toilets and potable water via spigots serve the campground. Lake Alpine offers excellent recreational opportunities including fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and boating. Wildlife is abundant with squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, and various bird species. The adjacent Lake Alpine Lodge provides a general store, restaurant, bar, boat rentals, firewood, hot showers, and laundromat facilities. The campground is suited for tent camping and smaller RVs, though the narrow roads, tight turns, and uneven asphalt driveways make it challenging for larger rigs. Nearby attractions include Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, and the wine country of Calaveras County.
Directions
Highway 4 to the east end of Lake Alpine; turn south on the road just east of Chickaree Picnic Area.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $31 - $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| info@lakealpineresort.com | |
| Phone | +1 (209) 753-6350 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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