Pacific Valley Campground
Currently closed for the season due to snow. The campground typically reopens in late May or June depending on snowmelt and Highway 4 conditions. First-come-first-served only; no advance reservations.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 30 at 2:19PM PDT until November 1 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Snow expected for elevations above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations up to 10 inches, with up to 18 inches at the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of up to 3 inches possible down to 6000 feet. * WHERE...Northern Sierra above 7000 feet, including Highway 50 and Interstate 80. * WHEN...From 8 AM PDT Saturday to 7 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels initially 7000 to 8000 feet Saturday, lowering to 6000 to 7000 feet Saturday night into Sunday. Heaviest snowfall expected Saturday evening into Sunday. Light flurries possible down to 5000 feet on Saturday night into Sunday, but no accumulations expected below 6000 feet.
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.…
Stanislaus National Forest issues temporary road closure for portion of Forest Road No. 1S03
The Stanislaus National Forest has issued a forest order temporarily closing a portion of Forest Road No. 1S03 (Sawmill Mountain Road) between the intersections of 18EV432 and 1S04., Nov. 2, 2026, through Dec. 2, 2026.
About
Pacific Valley Campground occupies a scenic spot where meadow meets mixed conifer forest along Pacific Creek in California's Stanislaus National Forest. Situated at approximately 7,600 feet elevation on the Highway 4 corridor between Lake Alpine and Ebbetts Pass, the campground offers easy access to the Mokelumne Wilderness, Mosquito Lakes, and the Mokelumne River drainage. The 19 designated sites are spread through the meadow-forest interface, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Vault toilets serve the campground, and potable water is available from hand pumps. The narrow mountain road and site configurations make this campground unsuitable for trailers. The area provides good fishing opportunities in Pacific Creek and nearby waters. Pacific Valley operates on a first-come-first-served basis with no advance reservations. The campground typically opens in late May or June after snowmelt allows access to Highway 4, and closes in fall when snow returns. Quiet hours run from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with check-in at 2:00 p.m. and check-out at noon.
Directions
From Lake Alpine, head east on Highway 4 for approximately 4 miles. The campground entrance is 1/4 mile south of Highway 4 at Pacific Valley, midway between Lake Alpine and Ebbetts Pass.
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 | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 795-1381 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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