Silver Fork Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 14 days per district per year.
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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Temporary Changes in Office Hours
Visitor Services in-person or by phone are available on the Eldorado National Forest at the following locations: Eldorado National Forest-Supervisor's Office Monday-Friday 0800-1630 Georgetown Ranger Station Monday - Thursday 0900-1600 Friday - Saturday 0800-1630 Crystal Basin Information…
About
Silver Fork Campground is nestled in the Eldorado National Forest at an elevation of 5,600 feet, situated along the scenic South Fork of the American River. Located 32.5 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 8 miles south of Kyburz on Silver Fork Road, this campground offers a classic Sierra Nevada forest camping experience with easy access to water-based recreation and hiking. The campground features 35 sites, including 6 tent-only sites, 25 tent/trailer/RV sites, and 4 double sites for larger groups. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and bear box for food storage. Campground amenities include potable water that is tested monthly, vault toilets, garbage disposal, and a dump station. Check-in is at 2:00 PM and check-out at 1:00 PM. Recreational opportunities abound in the Silver Fork area. The river offers fishing for trout, and day hiking options include trails in the nearby Caples Creek area. An equestrian trailhead is located within 5 miles of the campground. Bears are active in the area, so proper food storage in the provided bear boxes is required.
Directions
32.5 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50, 8 miles south of Kyburz on Silver Fork Road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $36 - $72 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 644-2324 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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