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At a Glance: 6,200-foot elevation 8 tent sites on Big Pines highway Popular snow play area nearby at the ski complex Fishing in nearby Jackson Lake No water Vault toilets Adventure Pass required for vehicles parked at this campground. Individual campsites are first come - first served. Heavy snow play area. Appletree Campground is located just off the Big Pines Highway (HWY 2) and features some of the most accessible camping in the Big Pines area. Appletree is open year-round and has eight first-come, first-served campsites. It provides trail access to Grassy Hollow and the Pacific Crest Trail. Appletree Campground's nearby slopes and open spaces offer a snowy playground for sledders and families.
Located on Big Pines Highway (Co. road N4), approximately 2 miles west of Big Pines, CA
Been camping here for over 4 years every spring and summer!! It's absolutely beautiful and very affordable
Was out for a drive and stumbled across this little gem of a picnic and campsite near Jackson Lake. Lots of trees and looks like some nearby hiking trails.
If you are coming here for a snow experience, you are in for a treat. Know that it will be crowded though. Parking is limited, and you should have a park pass. If you get here after 9:30, the parking will be mostly full on a weekend. The bathrooms are pretty gross, and there are lots of spots for sledding. There is no cell reception.
One of our family's go to spots for snow play and sledding. When the lot is cleared there's ample parking but often just a small area cleared out on the side.
If the weather is wet and it's cold the road to the campsite can be icy and dangerous. Drive slowly. snow chains may be required.
Very nice campground for big group of friends/family. Fresh air, easy parking, Clean public restrooms and available trash can. The only thing missing is the snow ❄️ cannot build the ⛄️
