Alpine County Map, California
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Alpine County, California
Alpine County is where California’s Sierra Nevada really shines. As the smallest county in the state by population, it’s more of a wilderness retreat than a busy hub.
Markleeville, the county seat, is about as laid-back as it gets. You won’t find any traffic lights here, just wide-open spaces and clear mountain air.
Drive along Highway 4 or 89 and you’ll pass through its rugged terrain. They joke that there are more bears than people in Alpine County. So if you visit, bring your bear spray and a good book. The cell service is spotty at best.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Alpine County |
| County Seat | Markleeville |
| Population | Approximately 1,200 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Markleeville, Bear Valley Village, Woodfords, Alpine Village, Kirkwood |
| Interstates and Highways | State Route 4, State Route 89 |
| FIPS Code | 06-003 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 743 square miles (Land: 741 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | El Dorado County (Northwest), Douglas County, Nevada (Northeast), Mono County (Southeast), Tuolumne County (South), Calaveras County (Southwest), Amador County (West) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
| State | California |
| Coordinates | 38.6000° N, 119.5833° W |
| Etymology | Named for the Alpine region, high in the Sierra Nevada |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Tahoe, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Mokelumne Wilderness |
| Website | Alpine County Website |
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