Mosquito Lakes Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Highway 4 over Ebbetts Pass was officially closed on December 26, 2025, making the campground inaccessible. The highway typically reopens in May, weather permitting.
Termination of High Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-11High Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-11, dated July 1, 2025, is hereby terminated.Done at Sonora, California this 20th day of October 2025. Brian McCroryForest SupervisorStanislaus National…
Termination of Moderate Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-14Moderate Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-14, dated August 20, 2025, is hereby terminated.Done at Sonora, California this 20th day of October 2025. Brian McCroryForest SupervisorStanislaus…
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026. Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…
Stanislaus National Forest Terminates Deer Valley Road Closures Early
With the publication of the Termination Notice, Deer Valley Road, FSR 8N02 between the Stanislaus and ElDorado National Roads previously closed under Forest Order STF-16-2025-08 is now open.Any questions or concerns should be directed to Forest Public Affairs Officer, Benjamin…
Termination Notice - FO STF-16-2025-10
With this termination, roads previously closed by Forest Order STF-16-2025 10 are now open.
Forest Order STF-16-2025-03 - Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Forest Order STF-16-2025-02 - Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 11:40AM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow with additional snow accumulations up to 1 foot between 1000 and 3000 feet, 2 to 3 feet above 3000 feet, and up to 4 feet at peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 inches below 1000 feet in Shasta and Tehama Counties. Winds gusting as high 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Northern California, now including elevations below 1000 ft in Shasta and Tehama Counties * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Additional power outages from downed trees and power lines. Low visibility due to a combination of gusty wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain around 1500 to 2500 feet through Thursday in the Sierra Foothills with potential to see snow levels as low as 1000 feet. Snow levels potentially down to 300 feet along the southern Cascades, Shasta County, and Tehama County in the morning hours.
About
Mosquito Lakes Campground is a small, primitive developed campground situated in the Stanislaus National Forest along the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway (Highway 4). Located approximately 6-8 miles east of Lake Alpine at an elevation of around 8,260 feet, this campground offers 11 sites with picnic tables near the scenic Mosquito Lakes. The area is popular for fishing and provides access to several hiking trails, including the Mosquito Lakes Trail and connections to the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail. This is a no-frills camping experience with vault toilets available but no potable water, electricity, or trash service. Campers must bring their own water or treat water from nearby natural sources. There is no garbage service, so visitors must pack out all trash following Leave No Trace principles. The campground's high elevation location means it is typically only accessible seasonally, and access is completely dependent on Highway 4 being open. The highway closes each winter due to snow, usually from late November or December through May.
Directions
From Lake Alpine on Highway 4, continue east for approximately 6-8 miles. The campground is located along Highway 4 at Mosquito Lakes.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Mosquito Lakes Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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