Campground · National forest in Alpine County, California.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Eldorado National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 48 |
| Site types | 42 standard, no electric, 3 tent only no electric, 2 walk to, 1 rv no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 55 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (209) 258-2287 |
| 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 East- Eldorado Campground before you go.
Silver Lake East is located 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short distance from the shores of Silver lake, where activities like boating, fishing, swimming and hiking, provide campers with the perfect outdoors retreat. Numerous trails leaving the campground connect with the lake and swimming beaches. Silver Lake West is adjacent to Silver Lake East on the other side of Highway 88, and offers additional trails and access to the Silver Fork of the American River.
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 East- Eldorado Campground is in Alpine County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.