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(Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground
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(Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground

Stanislaus National Forest

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As of October 2026, (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground is a campground in Stanislaus National Forest with 24 campsites. (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground is located at 38.4773ยฐ N, 120.0080ยฐ W.
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(Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground reservations and next available dates

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) West Shore Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground

  • Standard 21
  • Tent 3
  • Accessible 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • firewood
  • camp store
  • boat ramp

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the A loop.

SiteTypeSleepsAccess
1Tent6-
2Standard6-
3Standard6Accessible
4Standard6-
6Standard6-
7Standard6-
8Standard6-
9Standard6-
10Standard6-
11Standard6-
12Standard6-
13Standard6-
14Tent6-
15Standard6-
16Standard6-
17Standard6-
18Standard6-
19Standard6-
20Tent6-
21Standard6-
22Standard6-
23Standard6-
24Standard6-
25Standard6-

About (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground

Overview

West Shore Campground sits directly off the north shore of Lake Alpine. It is walking distance to the boat launch, rentals, and Lake Alpine Lodge.

Recreation

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

Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets 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 Lodge.

Natural Features

West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north 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.

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.

Rules and notices at (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check (Lake Alpine) West Shore 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 for a maximum of two 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.

(Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at (Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground?

(Lake Alpine) West Shore 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) West Shore Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at (Lake Alpine) West Shore 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) West Shore Campground have?

(Lake Alpine) West Shore Campground has 24 campsites.

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