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Silver Creek Campground in California
Moderate to BookNational Forest

Silver Creek Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, California

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As of October 2026, Silver Creek Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, California with 18 campsites. Silver Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Silver Creek Campground is located at 38.5890° N, 119.7872° W.
people allowed on 17 of 18 sites
6
people allowed on the largest site
12

Silver Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply

Published by Recreation.gov for Silver Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Silver Creek Campground

  • Standard 18

What an RV fits

  • 20–24 ft2 sites
  • 25–29 ft4 sites
  • 30–34 ft5 sites
  • 35–39 ft2 sites
  • 40–44 ft1 site
  • 45–49 ft2 sites
  • 50–54 ft2 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, photography.

All sites at Silver Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the SILV loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
002Standard650 ft
003Standard640 ft
004Standard639 ft
005Standard628 ft
006Standard631 ft
007Standard1231 ft
008Standard648 ft
009Standard635 ft
010Standard651 ft
011Standard630 ft
013Standard629 ft
014Standard620 ft
015Standard645 ft
016Standard620 ft
017Standard625 ft
018Standard625 ft
019Standard630 ft
020Standard630 ft

About Silver Creek Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Silver Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Silver Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

This is a DRY campground. "NO WATER"

Silver Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Silver Creek Campground?

Silver Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 18 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Silver Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Silver Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Silver Creek Campground have?

Silver Creek Campground has 18 campsites.

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