Silver Tip Campground

About

Silvertip Campground is nestled in a red fir and lodgepole pine forest at 7,600 feet elevation, approximately one mile west of Lake Alpine in Stanislaus National Forest. A trail leads directly from the campground down to the lake, providing easy access to swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and fishing opportunities. The campground features 21 sites that can accommodate tents and smaller RVs, though the narrow roads, tight turns, and numerous boulders make it challenging for larger modern RVs. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with flush toilets available. Hot showers, laundromat, and a general store can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Resort and Lodge. Lake Alpine provides excellent recreation including hiking, biking, boating, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during summer months. Nearby attractions include Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, and the wine country of Calaveras County.

Directions

From Angels Camp, drive east on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. About 1/10th mile past the Bear Valley Ski Resort turnoff, watch for the sign for Silvertip Campground. The campground is 2.3 miles east of Bear Valley and 2/3 of a mile west of Lake Alpine on Highway 4.