Alpine lake access draws campers to Pine Marten Campground, where sites accommodate both tents and RVs up to 27 feet. The Forest Service facility sits within Stanislaus National Forest and operates year-round with drinking water, restrooms, and trash service. Sites provide space for outdoor setups alongside the smaller alpine lake.
Clean bathrooms and basic amenities make this a solid choice for campers wanting Sierra Nevada mountain access with essential comforts rather than full boondocking. Cell service reaches the area. For those preferring different settings, Silver Valley Campground sits nearby with alternative site configurations.
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Location
Public CampgroundStanislaus National Forest Pine Marten Campground is located in California
Directions
From Arnold, CA take State Route 4 east 28.1 miles to Alpine Lake East Shore sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right and right again into campground.
Coordinates
38.48200031 N
119.98900067 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/11/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/11/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Carson City, NV
- 2 hrs 2 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 54 min from Sacramento, CA
- 3 hrs 20 min from Stockton, CA
