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Caples Lake Campground

Campground · National forest in Alpine County, California.

Caples LakeRight on the shore of

At a glance

Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Eldorado National Forest)
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Dogs allowedYes
FeeYes
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/eldorado/recarea/?recid=78524
ReservationsNot reservable on Recreation.gov (first come, first served). Recreation.gov listing

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About Caples Lake Campground

Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest. Caples Lake Campground Fees and Passes Non-motorized Trails Mokelumne Wilderness

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Location & directions

Caples Lake Campground is in Alpine County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.