Union West
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $30 per night. Union West is a National Forest campground near Bear Valley, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Single Site: $30 per night
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Potable water
- ✓ Fire rings
On site: Toilets, potable water, and fire rings.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 6,871 ft
38.4266, -119.9985 in Alpine. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Union West?
No. Union West is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Union West?
Camping at Union West costs Single Site: $30 per night.
Is there drinking water at Union West?
Yes, Union West has potable water. It also has toilets.
Who manages Union West?
Union West is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Union West
Hot springs nearby
The nearest hot spring to Union West, in a straight line: Grover Hot Springs (hot spring, 20 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
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More campgrounds: camping near Bear Valley and campgrounds in Alpine.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01