We hiked this loop clockwise, and I found it extremely enjoyable with all the change in scenery and all the different valleys you go through. Grab the fishing gear and head the Herring Reservoir Campground. Lake Alpine Campground in Stanislaus National Forest, Arnold California. Fair camping sites, ample firewood, limited stock feed. In the mood for something wild and scenic? Time to crack a cold one, cook some fish over the fire, and gaze up to that big frying pan in the sky! . Summit Miwok District #1 Pinecrest Lake Road Pinecrest, CA 95364. Piute campground was pleasant. You can also snag some brook trout and a gaggle of other fish. With lake views that would trump your apartment view any day, Spicer Reservoir keeps it glassy. A few small towns (Sonora, Twain Harte, Cold Springs, Pinecrest, Strawberry) are located nearby to grab both gas and groceries. Taking Friday off would be your best bet for securing a spot at this prime campground—there are only a handful of sites available, and all are first-come, first-served. Don't bank on water from the creeks. Roads are steep, narrow, and windy so this camp is best suited to smaller-sized vehicles and RVs. August temps meant perfect swimming weather even in the early mornings and late evenings and caught some gorgeous sunrises. The Quick and Dirty: Location – Stanislaus National Forest Distance – Varies, 10 miles to Gem Lake Terrain Type – Flat terrain, Switchbacks, Stairs. Don’t believe us? We extended it out past Deer Lake and cut south at Buck Lake to catch the southern trail, making our trip about 25ish miles. Beer and marshmallows are highly encouraged; campfires will make them complete. Overall a BEAUTIFUL trail. Sound cool yet? Stanislaus National Forest . Two loops of campsites boast single and double sites, and one loop offers tables and stoves for an only slightly higher fee. You can also snag some brook trout and a gaggle of other fish. Piute Lake Rosasco Lake Wood Lake Yellowhammer Lake Gianelli's Trail Head ... but no spawning areas. No bugs, warm during the day, though pretty cold at night. Sites were accessible. I would really recommend this trip. Mosquito Lakes is a pretty awesome place to fish. Stanislaus is busting with lakes and ponds, which means it’s fishing galore. They probably didn’t appreciate our excited dogs, but the riders were friendly. Once you get here, the question you won’t be asking is ‘what on ea Read more... Just East of Lake Alpine, this campground is close to a lot of recreational fun. Beautiful trail with a variety of lush green meadows and rocky terrain. At Spicer Reservoir Group Campground you can enjoy views of the picturesque 2000 acre lake, hiking in the surrounding Carson-Iceberg Wilderness, and paddle sports like kayaking and SUP. I was here at Gem Lake. I went the clockwise version of this loop. Headed to Lake Alpine and in need of place to camp? A sure recipe for a beautiful trip. We did this loop in three days and two nights. We did it! 1. Very hot and dusty though, with not a lot of shade, especially on the way back if looping clockwise. With secluded campsites nestled in between groves of cedars and pines, Brightman Flat Campground is truly a piece of good old fashioned Sierra solitude. Campgrounds operated by federal and state agencies are not yet bookable on Hipcamp. Thurderstorms picked up around 3 p.m. so getting an early start on the hike up the dome is necessary. It features a beautiful fishing spot where anglers can cast from a small bridge over the river. This site features thousands upon thousands of rock columns Read more... Part public and part private, River Ranch Campground is located on a meadow at the confluence of Basin Creek and the North Fork Tuolumne River. They definitely were in my face which was annoying but the bug spray worked and that was the extent of it. You can chill on the shoreline with some beautiful cabins to your back, as long as you are respectful of the private property. © 2020 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved. This is a moderate loop trail to Buck Lake Dam in Stanislaus National Forest. Very beautiful! How can it not be?! Mosy on over to Black Oak Flat Campground, also known as TeleLi puLaya, a brand new spot that just opened in 2014. Just a mile from Highway 108, you’ll be an easy drive from civilization (read: food and gas), yet a limite Read more... Big Meadow Campground is spacey, dreamy, and scenic as a Mother Nature. We parked at the junction of Crabtree Trailhead and Overflow parking lot. With grills, fireplaces, and tables on site, what more could your heart desire? Saw three different rangers. This trail also seems to be moderately trafficked by horses and pack mules with groups on pack trips—you’ll be able to see (and smell) the abundance of “presents”, “trail markers”, or whatever you wanna call them on your path. area contains multiple trails along the river, as well as some secluded camping sites that can be reserved. With Yosemite close by, this is the place to be! Group sites are also available, so bring Read more... Cascade Creek Campground is as classic a piece of the Sierras as you’ll ever see. and where else would you want to be? The big city of San Fran is just a few short hours Read more... On the banks of that mighty Stanislaus River, you can revel in the nightly moonlight glow of Eureka Valley Campground. Spend the day kayaking at one of the many lakes. Catch some pretty rainbow trout, like this guy. Plus, you can catch your dinner in the Mokelumne River which is ripe with Trout. 4. 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