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Highland Lakes Campground
Highland Lakes Campground is set in conifer forest adjacent to a meadow at the north end of the second (lower) lake. There are two separate camping areas, a large one along Highland Lakes Road and a smaller one on a hill above the lake. See the Highland Lakes page for more information on the lakes and activities there.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) |
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| Reservations: | No reservations; campground is first come, first served. |
| Fees: | The Forest Service operates the Highland Lakes Campground and charges the following fees: New campsite fee prices, 2024 & 2025 $25 per night and fee raises to $30 per night in 2026. The America the Beautiful, Interagency Senior and Access Passes are honored and receive 50% off the nightly rate. Only applicable to the single site the pass holder occupies. Pass number must be written on fee envelope. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on camping. |
| Best Season: | Summer, early fall |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Water: | Potable, hand pump, summer season only. |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Highland Lakes Campground is located at the end of Highland Lakes Road, 5.6 miles off Highway 4. Highland Lakes Road is a narrow, steep and winding dirt route where safe travel speeds average 20 mph or less.
General Notes:
35 sites
No garbage service or dumpster; Pack it in, Pack it out.