Silver Tip Campground
The campground is currently operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water may not be available; campers should bring their own water supply. The campground opens and closes based on snow conditions at this high-alpine location.
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.…
Mtn. Tunnel Project Temporary Road Closure of Forest Road No. 1S28B
Temporary road closure of Forest Service Road 1S28B for Mountain Tunnel Improvement Projects
Extension of Seasonal Road Closures
Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-04 cleaving closed several roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Conditions will continue to be monitored on a regular basis and when applicable, roads will…
Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp Closure thru June 15
At the request of Tri-Dam, the Stanislaus National Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-03; effective April 15 through June 15, 2026, closing the Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp for all use.
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…
Cherry Lake Camping Restrictions
Camping, cooking, building a campfire, or storing fuel on National Forest Lands at, below or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), or on the island within Cherry Lake
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.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $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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