Lodgepole Campground in Stanislaus National Forest features forested terrain with nearby lakes. Temperatures range from highs in the 80s to lows in the 40s. Visitors can explore Lake Alpine and the surrounding trails, or visit the Calaveras Big Trees State Park.

## Overview

 Lodgepole Group Campground is located just two miles west of Lake Alpine in northern California. The campground affords breathtaking views of the surrounding Stanislaus National Forest. 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 recreation opportunities. Hike, bike, or ride a horse on Bear Valley, an accessible trail that winds along the lakeshore to the community of Bear Valley. It connects with the historic Emigrant Trail, the route pioneers once traveled via covered wagon to settle in California. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.
## Natural Features

 Lodgepole Campground is situated on a large, flat plain, not far from a creek. It sits at an elevation of 7,290 feet, within the Stanislaus National Forest in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped peaks and California's Great Central Valley. A wide variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including marmots, squirrels, coyotes, deer and many birds. 
## 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 is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.

(lake Alpine) Lodgepole Campground

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The campground has 30 overflow sites first come first serve $25 a night. We booked group campsite for $100 a night. The site accommodates 50people 20 vehicles. The campground has fire rings, picnic tables vault restrooms and water. The entrance is a little rutted from the snow melt but passable by most cars. Almost no Phone reception at the campsite. We would definitely stay again

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