Alpine Meadow Campground
Campground · California · 24 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 24
- Bookable sites
- up to 8
- People per site
- 5,858 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Located close to Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Reno, Martis has a beautiful, peaceful campground off the beaten path. Martis Creek area features hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, and catch and release trout fishing.
Recreation
Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, walking, bicycling, picnicing. And of course camping.
Facilities
Vault toilets, potable water available at campground entrance, ampitheater.
Natural Features
Mountains, alpine valley, pine trees, lake, wild animals.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Northstar, Reno, Virginia City
Charges & Cancellations
As per Recreation.gov policy.
The facts
- 24 bookable sites
- Up to 8 people per site
Site types
- 24 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, picnic tables, grills.
24 campsites at Alpine Meadow Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From State Highway 267, turn onto Martis Dam Road. Continue on Martis Dam Road for approximately 1.2 miles. Tur miles. Turn right a 0.2 miles to the campground entrance. You have now arrived at the entrance to Alpine Meadows Campground.
39.32048, -120.12214 · 39°19'13.7"N 120°7'19.7"W
Typical weather
Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 42 | 44 | 49 | 56 | 65 | 76 | 85 | 84 | 78 | 65 | 52 | 41 |
| Low °F | 13 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 29 | 36 | 40 | 37 | 32 | 25 | 18 | 14 |
| Precip in | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 1.9 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 1.7 | 2.5 | 5.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Payment will be made through Recreation.gov
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
Member photos
Common questions about Alpine Meadow Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Alpine Meadow Campground?
- Yes, Alpine Meadow Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Alpine Meadow Campground have?
- 24 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Alpine Meadow Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Alpine Meadow Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Alpine Meadow Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Alpine Meadow Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Alpine Meadow Campground
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- Goose Meadows 6.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Boca Rest Campground 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Smithneck Creek 3.2 mi · Facility
- Prosser Reservoir - Water Recreation 4.5 mi · Facility
- Boca Reservoir - Water Recreation 5.4 mi · Facility
- Prosser Pits OHV Area 5.7 mi · Facility
- Prosser Hill OHV routes. 5.7 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (530) 587-8113
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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