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(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground

Stanislaus National Forest, California

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As of September 2026, (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground is a campground in Stanislaus National Forest, California with 31 campsites. (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground is located at 38.4808° N, 119.9886° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 2 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Maximum per transaction: 2 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground

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Standard 31

Amenities

showers

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

All sites at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the A loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
1	Standard	6
2	Standard	6
4	Standard	6
5	Standard	6
6	Standard	6
7	Standard	6
8	Standard	6
9	Standard	6
10	Standard	6
11	Standard	6
12	Standard	6
13	Standard	6
14	Standard	6
15	Standard	6
16	Standard	6
17	Standard	6

Site	Type	Sleeps
18	Standard	6
19	Standard	6
20	Standard	6
21	Standard	6
22	Standard	6
23	Standard	6
24	Standard	6
25	Standard	6
26	Standard	6
27	Standard	6
28	Standard	6
29	Standard	6
30	Standard	6
31	Standard	6
32	Standard	6

About (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground

Overview

Pine Marten Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads.

Campground may open earlier and close later on a first come first serve basis as weather (snow level) allows. This information will be posted on this page as soon as it becomes available.

The current dates for reservations have historically allowed for comfortable camping, but please take into consideration the high alpine location when making a reservation. It is possible to have snow, rain, mud, and overall cold/wet conditions any time of year.

Recreation

Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.

Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, bathrooms are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Resort. No electricity or hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food, and apparel is available in the general store at Lake Alpine Resort.

Natural Features

Pine Marten Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the east end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views. Squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, eagles, and many different birds make this area their home. The wildflowers are also beautiful!

Nearby Attractions

A restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. The immediate area is suited for forest and wilderness recreation. A short car ride away there is Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.

Rules and notices at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This high alpine campground is very old, and was not designed or built with modern RVs in mind. It contains narrow roads, tight turns, and many, many inconvenient boulders and trees. RVs are allowed in every site if they fit, but this campground is a far cry from an RV park. The only surefire way to know if you can comfortably fit your RV in a specific site is to take an exploratory trip to scout it out for yourself.

Site driveways are asphalt paved and may not be level. There is no guarantee of sites having level driveways. Please bring ample leveling equipment for RVs and trailers. Driveway lengths are estimates and not guaranteed.

Campsites must be occupied during the dates of reservation. Guests who do not arrive by 2PM on the day following their scheduled date of arrival will be considered a No-Show and their reservation will automatically be cancelled.

Dogs must remain on leash and under control at all times. Dogs may not be left in camp unattended, and all leads must be 6 feet or less in length. USFS guidelines allow a maximum of 2 dogs per campsite.

Generator use is limited to 2 hours per day, in between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm.

On-site payment is cash only. Checks are not accepted.

This is bear country-Be bear aware! Keep all food out of sight in containers or inside a locked vehicle. Remove all food from the area after eating.

No electric, water or sewer hookups at this facility. Drinking water is provided through spigots.

All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only.

No extra vehicles are allowed. Extra vehicle parking is available along Highway 4 and campground entrance roads.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

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(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground?

(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does (Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground have?

(Lake Alpine) Pine Marten Campground has 31 campsites.