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.
Round Top Lake is a beautiful alpine lake located in the Mokelumne Wilderness of California, just south of Lake Tahoe. It's a popular destination for hikers and backpackers, as it's part of the Winnemucca and Round Top Lakes Trail. The trail is a moderate 6.8-mile out-and-back hike that takes in stunning views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
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.
