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Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground

48 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 55 ftWaterside

Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground is a 48-site campground in Eldorado National Forest near , California. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
, CA · Map and directions
Campsites
48 (3 tent-only, 1 RV, 2 walk-in or boat-in)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
55 ft
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(209) 258-2287

About Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground

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.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Crystal Springs Campground

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Kit Carson Campground

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Indian Creek Campground

7 mi away

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Silver Creek Campground

8 mi away

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(Lake Alpine) Silver Valley Campground

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(Lake Alpine) Silver Tip Campground

15 mi away

21 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 62 ftWaterside

More: all campgrounds in Eldorado National Forest · campgrounds in California

Frequently asked questions

Does Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 55 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.

Are dogs allowed at Silver Lake East- Eldorado Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.