(lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground

Silver Valley Campground is located in the Calaveras Ranger District, at the east end of the Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads. It sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet within the Stanislaus National Forest, which lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views. The campground may open earlier and close later on a first come, first served basis as weather and snow level allow. Please take the high alpine location into consideration when planning a trip: it is possible to have snow, rain, mud, and overall cold and wet conditions any time of year. Campsites have room for up to 6 people, 2 tents and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings and vault toilets are available. There is no electricity and there are no hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Hot showers and a laundromat are available at the nearby Lake Alpine Resort, and firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food and apparel are available in the general store at Lake Alpine Lodge. 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. A restaurant, bar, general store and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge, and 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.