Silver Valley Campground
Closed for the season. Typically opens mid-June and closes at the end of September, with exact dates dependent on snow levels. Reservations available through Recreation.gov when open.
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
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.…
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
Silver Valley Campground is situated at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in the Calaveras Ranger District of Stanislaus National Forest at 7,400 feet elevation. The campground offers a timbered setting with convenient access to multiple trailheads and Lake Alpine's diverse recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, low-speed boating, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching. Forest Service rangers offer interpretive programs during summer months. The campground's high alpine location between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite provides gorgeous mountain views but also means campers should be prepared for potentially challenging weather conditions including snow, rain, mud, and cold temperatures at any time of year. Bear boxes are provided at all sites as this is active bear country. Nearby attractions include Lake Alpine Lodge with a restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals. Within a short drive are Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, and the wine country of Calaveras County. The campground operates seasonally with reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Angels Camp, drive about 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.
Location
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 | $31 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 53ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 753-6350 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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