Silver Lake Campgrounds
Silver Lake Campground is operated by the US Forest Service. Across the highway is Silver Lake West Campground which is operated by El Dorado Irrigation District (EID), which also operates several day-use facilities at and near the lake.
At the south end of Silver Lake is Plasse's Resort which offers both tent and RV camping. Also at the south end of the lake is Stockton's Silver Lake Family Camp where Stockton residents can spend a week or two relaxing in the mountains.
Silver Lake East Campground
Located at an elevation of 7,200 feet, 52 miles east of Jackson on Highway 88 at Silver Lake. Usually open from June 1 to mid-October.
Campground Amenities
- 62 camp sites for tents, trailers and RVs up to 40 feet
- Vault toilets, piped water, picnic tables, some grills, fire rings, some bear boxes
- Walking distance from Silver Lake for swimming, fishing, boating, hiking
Reservations: (877) 444-6777 or Recreation.gov - Silver Lake
Fees: $28 per night for 6 people and 2 vehicles
Silver Lake Campground Map
Silver Lake West Campground
Located at an elevation of 7,200 feet, 52 miles east of Jackson on Highway 88 at Silver Lake. Usually open from mid-May to mid-October. Operated by El Dorado Irrigation District.
Campground Amenities
- 42 camp sites for tents, and trailers and RVs up to 24 feet
- Vault toilets, piped water, picnic tables, grills, fire rings, bear boxes
- On the Silver Fork American River, walking distance to Silver Lake for swimming, fishing, boating, hiking
Reservations: None
Fees: $30 per night, $25 for seniors, $10 extra vehicle, $3 pet
Silver Lake West Campground Map
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