Silver Valley Campground

Stanislaus National Forest, NV · ≈31.3 mi to South Lake Tahoe
Sites
21
Max rig
53 ft
Pull-through
No
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
31.3 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • Fishing and boating enthusiasts
  • Hikers and bikers
  • Pets and their owners
  • Campers seeking solitude

✕ Not ideal for

  • Those needing cell coverage
  • RVers requiring electric hookups
  • Visitors near town amenities

Connectivity

Plan to be offlineNo modeled cell coverage from any carrier. If you need connectivity here, a satellite communicator or hotspot device is worth considering.

What's here

16 Rvs (no Hookups)Drive-In access
5 Standards (no Hookups)Drive-In access
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Site-level rig length data isn't reported for this campground (the managing agency lists a general max of 53 ft, but individual site dimensions aren't recorded here).

Amenities & features

Amenities
Camp store nearbyCampfires allowedDrinking waterFirewood availableFlush toiletsGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesShadeShowers
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Fits most rigs comfortablyRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: South Lake Tahoe, ~31.3 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Geminai Graphics and Photography, Dennis Moore

Overview

Overview 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. 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. Facilities 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. 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.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Standard campground