(Lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground
Silver Valley Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads.
Campground may open earlier and close later on a first come first serve basis as weather (snow level) allows. This information will be posted on this page as soon as it becomes available.
The current dates for reservations have historically allowed for comfortable camping, but please take into consideration the high alpine location when making a reservation. It is possible to have snow, rain, mud, and overall cold/wet conditions any time of year.
Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Resort. No electricity or hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food, and apparel is available in the general store at Lake Alpine Lodge.
Need to Know
Site driveways are asphalt and may not be level. There is no guarantee of sites having level driveways. Please bring ample leveling equipment for RVs and trailers.
Campsites must be occupied during the dates of reservation. Guests who do not arrive by 2PM on the day following their scheduled date of arrival will be considered a No-Show and their reservation will automatically be cancelled.
Dogs must remain on leash and under control at all times. Dogs may not be left in camp unattended, and all leads must be 6 feet or less in length. USFS guidelines allow for a maximum of two dogs per campsite.
Generator use is limited to 2 hours per day, in between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm.
- This is bear country-Be bear aware! Keep all food out of sight in containers or inside a locked vehicle. Remove all food from the area after eating.
- Boats have a 10 MPH speed limit on the lake.
No electric hookups, water, or sewer hookups available. Drinking water available through spigots.
- All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only.
- No extra vehicles are allowed.
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Natural Features
Silver Valley Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the east end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views.
Nearby Attractions
A restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. The immediate area is suited for forest and wilderness recreation. A short car ride away is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.
Recreation
Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.
Contact Information
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PO Box 2003 Carson City NV 89702
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 209-753-6350
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Silver Valley is about 60 miles east of Angel's Camp on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. At the east end of the lake, turn onto the side road just east of Chickaree Picnic Area and follow the road around to Silver Valley Campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 08, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop Silver Valley CG, Type Rv Nonelectric
