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Alpine Meadow Campground in California
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Alpine Meadow Campground

Tahoe National Forest, Martis Creek Lake, California

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As of October 2026, Alpine Meadow Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 24 campsites. Alpine Meadow Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Alpine Meadow Campground is located at 39.3205ยฐ N, 120.1221ยฐ W.
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Alpine Meadow Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (14 sites)Oct 4 (10 sites)

14 sites open on Oct 1 at Alpine Meadow Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 05:14 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Alpine Meadow Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Alpine Meadow Campground

  • Standard 24

What an RV fits

  • 30 ft24 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, stargazing.

All sites at Alpine Meadow Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
1Standard830 ft
2Standard830 ft
3Standard830 ft
4Standard830 ft
5Standard830 ft
6Standard830 ft
7Standard830 ft
8Standard830 ft
9Standard830 ft
10Standard830 ft
11Standard830 ft
12Standard830 ft
13Standard830 ft
14Standard830 ft
15Standard830 ft
16Standard830 ft
17Standard830 ft
18Standard830 ft
19Standard830 ft
20Standard830 ft
21Standard830 ft
22Standard830 ft
23Standard830 ft
24Standard830 ft

About Alpine Meadow Campground

Overview

Located close to Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Reno, Martis has a beautiful, peaceful campground off the beaten path. Martis Creek area features hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, and catch and release trout fishing.

Recreation

Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, walking, bicycling, picnicing. And of course camping.

Facilities

Vault toilets, potable water available at campground entrance, ampitheater.

Natural Features

Mountains, alpine valley, pine trees, lake, wild animals.

Nearby Attractions

Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Northstar, Reno, Virginia City

Charges & Cancellations

As per Recreation.gov policy.

Rules and notices at Alpine Meadow Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Alpine Meadow Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CORRECT CHECK IN TIME IS 2:00 P.M. **

Visitors are required to know and observe all park rules. Please see Campground kiosk.

Campgound closes October 15. The last day to make a reservation will be October 14.

To make a reservation by phone please call: (877) 444-6777

The speed limit in the campground is 10 MPH. One way counterclockwise.

Check out time is 12:00 Noon. Check In time is 2:00 P.M.

Maximum of eight people per campsite including children.

Two vehicles maximum per site. (One RV and one other vehicle).

Pets must be on a six foot or shorter leash at all times.

Site boundaries are indicated by the pea gravel. Campers must camp within the boundaries of their site.

Alpine Meadow Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Alpine Meadow Campground?

Alpine Meadow Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 24 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Alpine Meadow Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Alpine Meadow 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 Alpine Meadow Campground have?

Alpine Meadow Campground has 24 campsites.

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