Lake Alpine, located at an elevation of 7,350-feet (2,240 meters) is one of the most picturesque places to spend a summer day.

There are four campgrounds on Lake Alpine, as well as a restaurant, bar and general store at Lake Alpine Resort, where you can check out the free interpretive programs by local forest rangers and rent canoes, kayaks and fishing boats (or bring your own). You can also rent kayaks, standup paddle boards and bicycles from nearby Bear Valley Cross Country & Adventure Company.

Enjoy the famous Bloody Mary at the Lake Alpine Lodge Restaurant/Bar!

Hikers enjoy the four-mile (6.5 km) trail around the lake, much of which is wheelchair accessible or opt for a more strenuous hike to Inspiration Point, overlooking the lake and surrounding wilderness.

There’s also a hiking trail on the southeast end of Lake Alpine that’s about 2 miles (3 km) round trip. It takes you to the naturally formed Duck Lake with beautiful scenery featuring three log cabins and an aspen grove.

Pack a swimsuit and enjoy the refreshing mountain air by Bear Valley's pool. The best part is, its only a few steps away from your room!

Established in 1931, Calaveras Big Trees State Park preserves a mixed conifer forest with two groves of giant sequoias - the North Grove and South Grove. In addition to the giant sequoia trees, you will find the Stanislaus River, Beaver Creek, ancient volcanic formations, natural meadows, and trails throughout the park allow you to discover the area that has awed visitors since 1852. Explore the visitor center and enjoy an easy 1.6 mile loop hike with sequoias, cedars, firs and pine trees.

(S. CA-4 26 mi.) - $12 entrance fee.

Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway - jutting up from the heart of the Sierra Nevada with Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park as its neighbors, the byway is a 61-mile stretch of Highways 4 and 89, in between the towns of Arnold in Calaveras County and Markleeville in Alpine County, California. Glacially carved valleys, granite outcroppings, basalt columns, ancient volcanic peaks, and deep rivers.

Murphys, CA is a wine-lovers destination! There are more than 25+ tasting rooms that line this Gold Rush era town. Murphy's Main Street wineries make it easy and fun. Stroll along this historic downtown and pop into over two-dozen tasting rooms specializing in Rhône and Italian varietals. Meet winemakers and winery owners and learn about their craft. Calaveras winemakers are eager to share their knowledge and delighted to respond to your interest.