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Silver Lake Backcountry is located in Utah

Coordinates

40.52652205 N
111.6554472197343 W

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Cortlan S.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 3, 2023

Great Views- Have to hike in!

You can’t drive to the coordinates, you have to park at the uppermost parking lot for Silver Flat and hike up to a camping spot. Camping anywhere along that road will give you gorgeous views, though! Saw lots of people camping super close to the lake and even along the shores, which is not allowed. You need to stay at least 1/2 mile away from the lake to camp. Maybe they open the road up at some point during the year, but as of July 2nd, it was gated off, so come prepared to backpack up to a spot

Month of VisitAugust

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Bentz E.

Ranger

Reviewed Oct. 25, 2021

Awesome place close to town

Only 40-50 minutes away from Provo, UT area so easy to get away for a quick day or two of camping. Lots of hikes to do nearby, beautiful views, and place to paddle board, kayak, etc.

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Philip E.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2021

Absolutely Amazing

Sliver lake is amazing and the river running is stunning with amazing hike or UTV Or ATV Riding ! Ok

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Month of VisitJuly

Kati C.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 28, 2021

Busy but beautiful!

There were a lot of off road vehicles and people fishing. More crowded then we were expecting, but the views were amazing! Not a lot of shade, as in bring your own. Perfect place for dogs to play!

Month of VisitJuly

Ethan H.

Ranger

Reviewed Oct. 17, 2020

Silver Lake

you’re definitely going to need 4WD and high clearance because the roads leading up to the campsite are filled with ruts and holes. the views make the drive there worth it, though. the fall colors during the day and the stars during the night were spectacular!

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Michelle B.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 20, 2019

4 wheel drive accessible Free

Wide spacious camp sites. ATV paradise, fire pits established in most camp sites, only accessible by 4 wheel drive. Must cross a creek with 12"-18" of water at least once and up to 4 times depending on which camp site you choose. Brick enclosed outhouse style toilets available at trailhead about 1/2 mike from camp site. Beautiful back country, great views of the back of Mt. Timpanogos. Fishing, and light watercraft permissible in Silver Lake Resevoir. Not crowded at all. Dirt/gravel road for about 10 miles to get to Silver Lake Reservoir from Tible Fork Reservoir. Then only dirt roads beyond the creek. We hiked 1,000 vertical feet to Silver Lake. It was so beautiful. We spent our afternoons paddleboarding on Silver Lake Reservoir.

Month of VisitAugust

Alan B.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 31, 2019

Gorgeous Alpine Views all Around

An amazing spot to drive to and spend the day or backpack in and spend a night or two. Be warned you will need a 4wd vehicle if trying to go up the road after a rain storm. At the trailhead you have great acces to the lake and fishing. There is also a large bathroom. Some days the parking lot can fill and you'll have to park on the road or a pullout. To the south you have a fantastic view of the Timpanogos Massif looming over the lake. To the west you'll see Box Elder Peak and to the north is Dry Canyon and the Alpine Ridge. Remember that you do have to hike in at least a 0.5 mile from the trailhead

Month of VisitAugust

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Laynie R.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2018

Wonderful Spot!

This area is easy to drive to. You do have to drive through a small river and must camp half a mile from the lake. The scenery is beautiful and we even saw a herd of deer run by our camp. Fishing is right up the road too.

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Silver Lake Backcountry?

Silver Lake Backcountry is located at 8889 feet.

Are fires allowed at Silver Lake Backcountry?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Silver Lake Backcountry, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Silver Lake Backcountry have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Silver Lake Backcountry does not have wifi.