Silver Creek

About this site

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 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. 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. Additional Info: 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. Caution: black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Highway 4 becomes steep, uphill, narrow and winding immediately past the campground. A fee for extra vehicles will be collected at the campground. This campground has first-come, first-served sites. Opening and closing dates are subject to change due to existing weather conditions.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

35 feet

Contact

• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232187

Location

38.588255, -119.786663