Lake Alpine

Lake Alpine offers a scenic and accessible boat ramp for paddlers, anglers, and recreational boaters. The public boat launch is located near the Lake Alpine Picnic Area, just off Highway 4 in Bear Valley, California. The ramp provides easy access to the 180-acre alpine lake, which sits at an elevation of 7,350 feet in the Stanislaus National Forest.

The boat ramp is wheelchair-accessible, making it a great option for a wide range of users. A $5 fee is required to use the launch. Nearby, the West Shore Campground offers reservable campsites within walking distance of the ramp and other lake amenities like rentals and the Lake Alpine Lodge. Boating season typically runs from Memorial Day to mid-October, though water levels can fluctuate based on releases from the dam. Paddlers and anglers should exercise caution when the lake is iced over in winter. Overall, the Lake Alpine boat ramp provides a scenic high-country launching point to explore the pristine alpine setting.

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...

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.

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