Openings · last 7 days
0
Availability is not tracked here yet
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground. That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-274314
When (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground reopens
(lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1
Openings · last 90 days
179
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dWednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 145 of 179 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Wednesday (81.0%), with Sunday (18) and Tuesday (10) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 12:00 and 15:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 150 of 179 detected openings (83.8%). The remaining 16.2% occurred outside those hours. Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Pacific Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 8 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 6–10 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 19 | 10.6% |
| 18 | 11 | 6.1% |
| 17 | 10 | 5.6% |
| 11 | 10 | 5.6% |
Site 10 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 19. One free watch covers every site here.
About (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground
Overview
Silver Valley Campground is located in the Calveras Ranger District, at the east end of Lake Alpine Recreation Area in a timbered setting near several trailheads.
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: fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating, OHV trails, swimming, rock climbing, and wildlife watching. Interpretive programs are offered by Forest Service rangers during the summer months.
Facilities
Campsites with room for up to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles per campsite. Picnic tables, campfire rings, vault 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
Silver Valley Campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet on the east end of Lake Alpine within the Stanislaus National Forest. The forest lies between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite and boasts gorgeous views.
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.
21 monitored sites1 FCFS siteRVs up to 46 ftNo hookups16 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
Silver Valley is about 60 miles east of Angel's Camp on Highway 4 toward Lake Alpine. At the east end of the lake, turn onto the side road just east of Chickaree Picnic Area and follow the road around to Silver Valley Campground.
Po Box 2003, Carson City, NV 89702209-753-6350
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
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02 · Field Photos · roll CS-274314 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 179 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 179 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground?
Wednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 145 of 179 (81%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Which sites at (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
5 of the 16 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 46 ft.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at (lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 8 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 6-10 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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