Public Campground
Silver Valley Campground
Silver Valley Campground is located near Hathaway Pines, CA in the Stanislaus National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Calaveras Big Trees State Park and the Stanislaus River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
Primitive walk in campground, no vehicles, one night limit. Beautiful dense lodgepole pine and fir forest within view of Lake Alpine.
Detours Nearby

Pacific Valley Campground
9 min away

Middle Creek & Expansion Campground - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2023 SEASON
1 hr 32 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 51 min from Stockton, CA
- 2 hrs 1 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 16 min from Sacramento, CA
Location
Silver Valley Campground is located in California
Directions
Highway 4 to east shore of Lake Alpine. Turn south on road just east of Chickaree Picnic Area. Campground is located half way between Highway 4 and Pine Marten Campground.
Coordinates
38.48100054 N
119.98600082 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites

