55
Total Campsites
Campground
21
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
55
Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND
Overview Alpine View Campground is located in the Trinity Unit of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area at an elevation of 2,400 feet. This facility is a great choice for children, the elderly and those with accessibility needs who require well-developed trails and campsites. Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational activities in a beautiful setting. Recreation The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, boating and hiking around Trinity Lake. The campground is very popular with the boating public, as the Bowerman boat ramp is located a quarter-mile before the campground entrance. Anglers can fish for catfish, as well as different varieties of trout, salmon and bass. Hikers can access several trails in the area, including the 0.3-mile Lake Trail. Facilities The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, boating and hiking around Trinity Lake. The campground is very popular with the boating public, as the Bowerman boat ramp is located a quarter-mile before the campground entrance. Anglers can fish for catfish, as well as different varieties of trout, salmon and bass. Hikers can access several trails in the area, including the 0.3-mile Lake Trail. Natural Features This scenic campground has three loops (A, B and C) with sites that wind through a grove of Douglas fir and cedar with an understory of ferns. Some sites in Loops A and B have a view of Trinity Lake. Bears frequent the area, but a wide variety of wildlife may be seen in and around Trinity Lake.
- 55 total campsites listed.
- 21 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- 55 accessible campsites listed.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (53).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND special
Perched at 2,400 feet within the Trinity Unit of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area, Alpine View Campground earns its name with sweeping vistas of Trinity Lake and the forested ridges that cradle it. The campground blends natural beauty with thoughtful accessibility, ensuring that visitors of all abilities can enjoy the mountain air and stunning waterfront setting. Campsites are nestled beneath a mixed conifer canopy of ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, and incense cedar, offering dappled shade and the earthy fragrance of the forest floor. Trinity Lake stretches out below, its deep blue waters beckoning boaters, swimmers, water skiers, and anglers in pursuit of smallmouth bass and rainbow trout. Hiking trails nearby wind through wildflower meadows and along ridgelines where views extend to the snow-capped peaks of the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Late spring through early fall is the prime camping window, with summer delivering warm lakeside days and cool mountain evenings ideal for campfire conversations. Fall visitors are rewarded with golden foliage and thinner crowds. Alpine View Campground is a standout choice for families with members who need accessible facilities, boating enthusiasts who want a lakeside home base, and mountain lovers drawn to the uncrowded grandeur of Northern California's Trinity region.
Campsite Inventory
55 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
21
Reservable
53
Accessible
MANAGEMENT
0
Reservable
2
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Accessibility
Yes
BBQ
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Double, Single
Check-in time
03:00 PM
Check-out time
02:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-In
Driveway surface
Paved
Fire Pit
Yes
Food Locker
Yes
GRILLS
Yes
Grills/Fire Ring
Yes
Max guests
12, 8
Max vehicle length (ft)
32
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Quiet Area
Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
530-275-8113
Getting There
From Weaverville: take Highway 3 north for 22.5 miles. Turn right on Guy Covington Drive for 2.4 miles to the campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND?
ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (53), MANAGEMENT (2).
Where is ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND located?
ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND is in California near Reading. Coordinates: 40.8871, -122.7658.
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