Lake Alpine campground
Lake Alpine
Reservations are accepted at Lake Alpine camping area, making it convenient for campers to secure a spot in advance. This ensures that visitors have a designated camping site upon arrival and can plan their trip accordingly. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability.
The best time to visit Lake Alpine camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant, and the lake offers various recreational activities. It is recommended to check weather conditions before heading out to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience. Additionally, campers should be mindful of the local wildlife, including bears, and should take precautions to store food securely.
In conclusion, Lake Alpine camping area in California provides a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and offers opportunities for outdoor activities. It is best to visit during the summer months, ensuring favorable weather conditions for camping. Campers should be cautious of wildlife and secure their food properly to avoid any unwanted encounters.
What's on-site at Lake Alpine
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lake Alpine, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Alpine Campground (West Shore) | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Silvertip | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Silvertip Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Marten Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Marten | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lake Alpine -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca | 888 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| West Fork Carson River At Woodfords | 213 cfs | → |
| Leviathan Mine Adit Drain Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan C Ab Mine Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan C Channel Underdrain Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lake Alpine -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloods Creek | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Elstanislaus Meadow (Goes) | 21.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Blue Lakes | 1.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Blue Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Ebbetts Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lost Lake Snotel | 47.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Mokelumne
- Grover Hot Springs State Park
- Heenan Lake Wildlife Area
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park
- Toiyabe National Forest
- Eldorado National Forest
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Highway 4 To Salt Springs Reservoir
- Confluence With Clark Fork To Donnell Reservoir
- State Highway 108 To Donnell Reservoir
- Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence
- Headwaters In Sec 2, T9n, R18e To Confluence With Mokelumne River
- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeologic Special Interest Area To Confluence With North Fork Mokelumne River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lake Alpine as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Alpine
Can I make reservations at Lake Alpine?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Lake Alpine?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lake Alpine.