(Lake Alpine) Silver Tip Campground

PO Box 2003
Carson City, NV 89702

Overview

Silvertip Campground is less than a mile west of Lake Alpine, with a trail leading from the campground down to the lake.

Campground may open earlier and close later on a first come first serve basis as weather (snow level) allows. This information will be posted on this page as soon as it becomes available.

The current dates for reservations have historically allowed for comfortable camping, but please take into consideration the high alpine location when making a reservation. It is possible to have snow, rain, mud, and overall cold/wet conditions any time of year.

Recreation

Lake Alpine provides a wide variety of recreational opportunities. There is hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV-ing, swimming, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.

Facilities

Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, toilets are available. Hot showers and laundromat available at nearby Lake Alpine Resort. No electricity or hook-ups. Pets are welcome. Firewood, camping and fishing supplies, food, and apparel is available in the general store at Lake Alpine Lodge.

Natural Features

West Shore Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the north end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views. Squirrels, chipmunks, deer, marmots, coyotes, bears, eagles, and many different birds make this area their home.

Nearby Attractions

A restaurant, bar, general store, and boat rentals can be found at nearby Lake Alpine Lodge. The immediate area is suited for forest and wilderness recreation. A short car ride away is Big Trees State Park, Grover Hot Springs, Mercer Caverns, Mountain Adventure Seminars, and the wine country of Calaveras County.

Camp site features

Across 21 camp sites:

Picnic table: 16 of 21 sites
Pets allowed: all 21 sites
Longest rig: 48 ft
Largest party: 6 people

Directions

From Angel's Camp, drive east on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. About 1/10th. mile past Bear Valley Ski resort turn-off, watch for sign for Silvertip Campground. The Campground is 2/3 of a mile west of Lake Alpine on Highway 4.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

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Wendy C

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Reviewed 5 days ago

We always enjoy Silvertip. Great camp host, clean restrooms and a short drive to the lake.

Keith E

Loop:07N & Silvertip

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Reviewed 15 days ago

Clean restroom, clean campsites. Also nice walk to the lake. We loved it!

Biagianna M

Loop:07N & Silvertip

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Reviewed 21 days ago

To start off the camp host was top tier. We had an issue with our site and we were able to move to another site per his suggestion. Which turned out to be the perfect site for us. With that being said site 19 IS NOT for trailers. The driveway is worn away and so unlevel it’s crazy. And the marsh like grass was a breeding ground for mosquitos. The bathrooms were so clean and well taken care of.

Larry A

Loop:07N & Silvertip

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Reviewed 25 days ago

Campground is a bit rough and showing it's age. Some sites are right on top of neighboring site making them uncomfortable! The peace and quiet is wonderful... even a bit of traffic noise could not overwhelm! Dennis the camp host is spectacular! Always there to answer questions and helping campers make the right moves. Restrooms clean and very usable! We will go back!

Julia B

Loop:07N & Silvertip

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Reviewed a month ago

This is a beautiful area. Each camp spot is generous in size. I look forward to going back.

stephen k

Loop:07N & Silvertip

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Reviewed a month ago

Great host.

Availability

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