U.S. Forest Service · Stanislaus National Forest

(Lake Alpine) Backpackers

Backpackers' Campground is located on the East end of Lake Alpine, CA. All sites are walk-in tent sites. Cars cannot be parked in camp, parking is available on the adjacent street. Backpackers' Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, in a timbered setting near several trailheads. Campground may open earlier and close later 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.

Reservable8 sites

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Campsites

Tent-only	8
Total	8

Amenities & rules

✓ Pets allowed✓ Campfires allowed

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.