Toiyabe National Forest runs Silver Creek Campground along the creek and river corridor outside Markleeville, where the US Forest Service manages sites open from June through September. Campfires are permitted. RVs up to 51 feet can access the campground, and reservations are available, though the no-pets policy is a firm restriction to plan around. Rates run $27 to $38 per night. Nearby, Bloomfield Campground sits roughly four miles to the southwest for campers weighing options in the area.
Description
Overview
Silver Creek Campground is located near the town of Markleeville on scenic Highway 4. Visitors enjoy fishing various waterways in the area and exploring the nearby Pacific Crest Trail.
Recreation
Anglers enjoy fishing the nearby East Fork Carson River, as well as other creeks in the vicinity. The Pacific Crest Trail can be accessed just 3 miles west of the site.
Facilities
This campground straddles Highway 4, creating two separate loops containing several single-family sites with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets, No Water Available, Dry Camping only and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a beautiful, shady fir and pine forest on the mountainside just above Noble Creek. The elevation is 7,100 feet.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsToiyabe National Forest Silver Creek Campground is located in California near Markleeville
Directions
Located 11.7 miles south of Markleeville, California on State Highway 4, east of Ebbetts Pass.
Address
P.O. BOX 104
Markleeville, CA 96120
Coordinates
38.5889722 N
119.7871667 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 57 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 25 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 17 min from Sacramento, CA
- 2 hrs 43 min from Stockton, CA
