Alpine County is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the eastern part of California. It is the least populous county in the state, with 1,204 residents in 2020, and is known for its rugged, mountainous terrain, which includes peaks, forests, and lakes. The county is bordered by the states of Nevada to the east and other California counties, including El Dorado and Amador, to the west.

Bear Valley Mountain Resort offers activities from relaxation to extreme adventure in every season. Whether you're looking to get your heart racing or to just slow down and savor the Sierra, Bear Valley is the perfect destination to enjoy the outdoors as Mother Nature intended.

Jobs Peak offers hiking and backcountry skiing with the view of Lake Tahoe. It is in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Lake Alpine is a natural alpine lake located in Alpine County, California, formed by Alpine Dam on Silver Creek, in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The lake is situated at an elevation of 7,350 feet (2,240 meters) and is surrounded by forests of pine, fir, and aspen trees.

Caples Lake is a reservoir that is located near Kirkwood, California along highway 88. It was used as a halting place for wagon travelers who were trekking the historic Mormon Emigrant trail during the Gold Rush.

Grover Hot Springs State Park is a state park of California, containing natural hot springs on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. Park amenities include a swimming pool complex fed by the hot springs, as well as a campground, picnic area, and hiking trails. The 553-acre (224 ha) park was established in 1959.