Pinecrest, California · Alpine County · Campground
Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is possible.Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine. Mosquito has 11 sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.
Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is possible.Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine. Mosquito has 11 sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.
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