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Mosquito Lakes Campground

Pinecrest, California · Alpine County · Campground

Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is possible.Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine. Mosquito has 11 sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.

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38.51578, -119.91412
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Mosquito Lakes Campground

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High62°F
Avg Low40°F
Peak Rain Chance1%
Humidity44%
UV (avg)9
Air Quality45 · Good
Today
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Overcast
51°/34°
🌬 10mph
5:37 AM8:16 PM
Sun
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Clear
58°/37°
💧 1%🌬 13mph
5:37 AM8:17 PM
Mon
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Overcast
62°/42°
🌬 14mph
5:37 AM8:17 PM
Tue
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Overcast
70°/43°
🌬 12mph
5:36 AM8:18 PM
Wed
☁️
Overcast
67°/43°
🌬 16mph
5:36 AM8:19 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Mosquito Lakes Campground

Campground has no water and no service. When Highway 4 is closed, no access is possible.Limited camping area located 6 miles east of Lake Alpine. Mosquito has 11 sites with picnic tables. Vault toilet facility but no drinking water.

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 10 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection (UV 9)
    SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Mosquito Lakes Campground

Heading to Mosquito Lakes Campground? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Mosquito Lakes Campground?

No central reservation system listed for Mosquito Lakes Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/245478) for the latest entry policy and availability.