Openings · last 7 days
0
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10005253
When (Lake Alpine) West Shore reopens
(Lake Alpine) West Shore's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
14
Openings · last 90 days
440
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dWednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 340 of 440 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Wednesday (77.3%), with Friday (37) and Sunday (26) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 11:00 and 13:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 356 of 440 detected openings (80.9%). The remaining 19.1% occurred outside those hours. Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Pacific Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 11 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 7–15 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 27 | 6.1% |
| 19 | 27 | 6.1% |
| 16 | 23 | 5.2% |
| 6 | 22 | 5.0% |
| 11 | 22 | 5.0% |
Site 14 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 27. One free watch covers every site here.
About (Lake Alpine) West Shore
Overview
West Shore Campground sits directly off the north shore of Lake Alpine. It is walking distance to the boat launch, rentals, and Lake Alpine Lodge.
Recreation
Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.
Facilities
Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Resort. No electricity or hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food, and apparel is available in the general store at Lake Alpine Lodge.
Natural Features
West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views. Squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, eagles, and many different birds make this area their home.
Nearby Attractions
A restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. The immediate area is suited for forest and wilderness recreation. A short car ride away is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.
24 monitored sitesRVs up to 55 ftNo hookups24 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
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02 · Field Photos · roll CS-10005253 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at (Lake Alpine) West Shore?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 440 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for (Lake Alpine) West Shore, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at (Lake Alpine) West Shore?
Campsite Sniper detected 440 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at (Lake Alpine) West Shore?
Wednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 340 of 440 (77.3%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Which sites at (Lake Alpine) West Shore fit a 35-foot RV?
11 of the 24 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 55 ft.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at (Lake Alpine) West Shore?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 11 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 7-15 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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