Caples Lake

Kirkwood, California · Lake

A scenic high-alpine reservoir at 7,800 feet along Highway 88 in Eldorado National Forest, offering trout fishing, boating, camping, and hiking access to the Mokelumne Wilderness — a quieter alternative to Lake Tahoe.

Campgrounds

• Caples Lake Campground — first come, first served · 7,826 ft · reserve

Coordinates: 38.7000, -120.0449.

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