Description

You don’t have to be a backpacker to really dig this spot, though it may help. Backpacker’s Camp is tent only and primitive, and doesn’t allow any vehicles on the grounds. The view of Lake Alpine is a dream, and you can boat in the waters, cast a line, or go for a soul refreshing hike. Favored by the gypsies and vagabonds, there is a one night limit to your stay!

Campsite area
Tent sites
8 sites
Up to guests per site
Other
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Picnic table available
No potable water
No showers

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

If you’re into mountain biking, or if you’re just curious, bring your two-wheeler out to Stanislaus for expert and beginner tra...Read more

Boating

Wanna zip around with your small motorboat across clear water surrounded by towering granite peaks? Not only can you do that in...Read more

Fishing

Stanislaus is busting with lakes and ponds, which means it’s fishing galore. Catch some pretty rainbow trout, like this guy. ...Read more

Hiking

Hiking through Stanislaus is a unique geological experience, whether you’re big into geology or not. You can see granite glacia...Read more

Horseback riding

400 miles of horseback riding trails and plenty of horse-friendly base camps make Stanislaus the ideal adventure for you and yo...Read more

Paddling

If you have a paddle boat of any kind, you’ll want to bring it out while you’re here. Kayak or canoe through the Utica and Uni...Read more

Wind sports

That’s right water babies, you can even windsurf here. Cherry Lake is the place to be for windsurfing, so if that’s your thi...Read more

Off-roading (OHV)

If you’ve been itching for some mind-blowing scenery to try out your new four-wheeler, this would be the place to do it. You ca...Read more

Climbing

With all the epic rock formations here, you know there are gonna be some sweet climbing options. Calaveras Ranger District ha...Read more

Snow sports

In the winter months, Stanislaus becomes a snowy wonderland (well, really, at high elevations, there’s snow for most of the yea...Read more

Swimming

Waterfalls, epic swimming holes, and beautiful pristine lakes are scattered throughout Stanislaus. The first thing we would rec...Read more

Whitewater paddling

If a relaxing dip or leisurely paddle isn’t exactly what you’re looking for, there are some rapids for you to conquer too. You ...Read more

Wildlife watching

Of course such a beautiful landscape is bound to be the home of equally awesome creatures. Bell Creek is a great place to chi...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Backpacker's Campground.

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Cave
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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Mel G.
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June 24th, 2021

Question: so, you don’t actually backpack to this campground? Do you just park your car outside the campground and walk in? So it’s car camping…without the car in your immediate camp spot?

Hipcamper Sierra A.
recommends this listing.
April 6th, 2018
Park
Stanislaus National Forest
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
(209) 532-3671
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
38.482° N, 119.991° W
$24/night
Tent Only - Hike In: 8 Sites
(Up to people per site)