US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Plumas County, California.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Plumas National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 9 |
| Site types | 9 standard, no electric |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <ul> <li>$15 per night standard rate</li> <li>The fee station is located at the information station by campsite 1</li> <li>Pay with the QR Code directly to REC.gov if the app is preloaded onto your portable device</li> </ul> |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Silver Lake Campground (Plumas National Forest, CA) before you go.
Large landscape views of trees and valleys can be seen along the six mile drive to Silver Lake. Sitting at just over 6,000 ft in elevation, the Silver lake campground set up for solitude and tranquility. The sites are spread out and isolated to provide for an optimal quiet experience to enhance the camping experience. Easy access to hiking trails, high alpine lakes and OHV riding is just a short distance from the campground. Recreation High alpine lakes, granite boulders and blue bird skies are treats for those who camp here. Access to hiking is located along the eastern side of Silver Lake.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Silver Lake Campground (Plumas National Forest, CA) is in Plumas County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.