Silver Valley Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from late spring through early fall, with exact opening dates dependent on snow levels. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov when open.
Winter Storm Warning issued November 12 at 12:12PM PST until November 14 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Snow is expected for elevations above 6000 feet. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches, with up to 18 inches at the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of around an 2 inch possible down to 5000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Northern Sierra above 6000 feet, including Highway 50, Interstate 80, State Route 4, State Route 108, Southern Cascades above 6000 feet, including Lassen National Park. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Strong winds could cause downed tree branches, localized power outages, and reduced visibilities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 6500 to 7500 feet Friday, dropping to 5500 to 6000 feet Saturday morning. Heaviest snowfall expected late Friday morning into the overnight hours. Light flurries to 2 inches possible down to 5000 feet with higher accumulations remaining above 6000 feet. Lull in activity Saturday afternoon through Sunday, followed by additional snow Sunday night through Monday.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Stanislaus National Forest issues temporary road closure for portion of Forest Road No. 1S03
The Stanislaus National Forest has issued a forest order temporarily closing a portion of Forest Road No. 1S03 (Sawmill Mountain Road) between the intersections of 18EV432 and 1S04., Nov. 2, 2026, through Dec. 2, 2026.
About
Silver Valley Campground is located in the Calaveras Ranger District at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in Stanislaus National Forest. Situated at 7,400 feet elevation in a timbered setting, the campground provides access to numerous trailheads and recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife viewing. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during summer months. The campground features 21 sites with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, drinking water from spigots, and bear boxes. Each site accommodates up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles. There are no hookups or electricity. The narrow roads and tight turns with trees and boulders make this campground better suited for tent camping than large RVs. Generator use is limited to 2 hours daily between 8am and 8pm. Nearby Lake Alpine Lodge offers a restaurant, bar, general store, boat rentals, hot showers, and laundromat. Other nearby attractions include Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, and the wine country of Calaveras County.
Directions
From Angel's Camp, drive approximately 60 miles east on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. At the east end of the lake, turn south onto the side road just east of Chickaree Picnic Area and follow the road around to Silver Valley Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $31 - $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 53ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 532-3671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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