Silvertip Campground is one mile west of beautiful Lake Alpine. Visitors can make the short drive to the lake or follow a well-established trail down to great fishing and boating. The speed limit on the lake is 10 MPH. Campsites are spread through a mature conifer forest with mixed sunlight and shade.
During the summer, interpretive programs are offered at nearby Lake Alpine Campground's amphitheater. They also have guided nature walks and children's programs. Lake Alpine's water can be very cold and swimmers should use extreme caution. Children should wear life jackets. A number of enjoyale hiking trails lead out from Lake Alpine, including one that circles the the lake.
| Silvertip Campground Basics | |
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| Silvertip Campground Location: | Off Highway 4 near Lake Alpine, 49 miles east of Angels Camp |
| Elevation: | 7,570 feet |
| Miles/Driving time: | Stockton - 99 miles, 2:10 |
| Campground Open: | Late-May through October, weather permitting |
| Number of Sites: | 23 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2, fee for 2nd vehicle |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Lake Alpine Campground Inc. for Stanislaus National Forest |
| Calaveras Ranger District: | (209) 795-1381 |
| Reservations | |
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| Reservations available: | Reservations can be made for camping dates during peak season, usually early June through early September. At other times when the campground is open, sites are first come, first served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of your arrival. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 27 feet (Not all campsites are the same. Confirm on the reservation website that your RV/trailer/vehicle will fit in the chosen campsite) |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $30 per night |
| Reservations: | Silvertip Campground Reservations
or call 1-877-444-6777 |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Silvertip Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Nearby at Lake Alpine Resort |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Attractions near Silvertip Campground: | Enjoy Lake Alpine for boating fishing, and swimming. Hike on nearby trails into the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness. Make the hike to the top of Inspiration Point or hike around the lake. Visit Lake Alpine Lodge for supplies and its restaurant. Drive down to Bear Valley for shops and restaurants. Head up Ebbetts Pass, touring Mosquito Lakes, Pacific Grade Summit, and the dramatic eastern side of the pass. |
Backpackers' Campground
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
Silvertip Campground
Visitors to Silvertip Campground near Lake Alpine are close to many outdoor activities and adventures.
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