Silver Tip Campground
Closed — Closed for the season due to snow. Typically operates mid-June through mid-October, though dates may vary based on snow levels. Reservations available via Recreation.gov during operating season.
From Recreation.gov
Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Information: [Recreation.gov][1] Christmas Tree cutting permits will go on sale on Friday, October 10, 2025. Christmas trees are $10.00 each and there is a maximum of two (2) trees per permit for a total of $20.00. Fourth graders can use their Every Kid Outdoors pass to obtain one (1) free tree. There is an additional $2.50 reservation fee for all permits. Tree cutting dates are Friday, November 28, 2025, through Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Starting in 2026, Christmas trees will increase in price to $20.00 per tree. [1]: http://Recreation.gov
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the this evenings commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through this afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft tonight-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
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.…
Forest Order No. STF-16-2026-02 Cottonwood Temporary Road Closure
Cottonwood Road Temporary Closure for storm damage repairs
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026. Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…
Forest Order STF-16-2025-03 - Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Forest Order STF-16-2025-02 - Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
About
Silver Tip Campground is located at 7,400 feet elevation in the Lake Alpine Recreation Area within Stanislaus National Forest, nestled in red fir and lodgepole pine forest. The campground sits less than a mile west of Lake Alpine, with a trail leading directly from the campground down to the lake. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and offers spectacular views of the high alpine landscape. The campground features 22 sites accommodating up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per site. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground has flush toilets and potable water, though no hookups or electricity are available. This is an older campground with narrow roads, tight turns, and many boulders and trees, making it challenging for large RVs. Site driveways are asphalt but may not be level. Lake Alpine provides extensive recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating (10 MPH speed limit), OHV riding, swimming, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The Alpine Bypass Trail offers an easy walk through forest and meadows. Forest Service rangers offer interpretive programs during summer months. Squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, eagles, and numerous bird species inhabit the area. Nearby attractions include Lake Alpine Lodge with a restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals, as well as Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, and Mercer Caverns.
Directions
From Angels Camp, drive east on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. About 0.1 miles past the Bear Valley Ski Resort turn-off, watch for the sign for Silver Tip Campground. The campground is located 2.3 miles east of Bear Valley on Highway 4, just east of the intersection with State Route 207, and 2/3 of a mile west of Lake Alpine.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 48ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 753-6350 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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