Facility Details - BIG SILVER GROUP, CA

Overview

Big Silver Group Campground sits along the Union Valley Reservoir and Big Silver Creek in the Eldorado National Forest. Visitors enjoy the lake's plentiful fish population, as well as the region's forest-lined scenic views and ample opportunity for recreation.

Natural Features:

The campground is situated in a Ponderosa pine forest on the north side of Big Silver Creek, at an elevation of 4,900 feet. A variety of migratory birds and wildlife can be seen in the area.

Recreation:

The campground has immediate access to the trailhead for the Union Valley Bike Trail. The paved, two-lane bikeway stretches for several miles both north and south of the campground. The trail offers fairly easy terrain, with a few short, steep grades.

Union Valley Reservoir is only a five-minute bike ride from the campground. Anglers can enjoy abundant kokanee salmon, trout and smallmouth bass populations on the lake.

In addition to fishing, campers come to the area to sail on the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery and wildlife that make their home in the area.

Facilities:

The campground offers tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. A group kitchen area provides multiple tables and grills, as well as a campfire circle. Accessible vault toilets and trash collection are provided.

Drinking water is not available at the campground. Stream water is available close by, but should be boiled before using. Showers and water are available at nearby Fashoda Campground.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Vault Toilets Biking Birding Boating Campfire Rings Fishing	Grills Group Camping Hiking Parking Area Picnic Area Trash Collection
Within 10 Miles
Dump Station Fuel Available General Store	Pay Phone Restaurant Showers

Know Before You Go

Bears frequent the area; use appropriate food containers
Water and electricity are not available
Stream water can be boiled or containers can be filled at nearby Sunset and Peninsula boat ramps
Gate is to remain locked; combination will be issued when reservations are finalized
Off-road vehicles not permitted
Senior citizen Golden Passes do not apply at group camps
For local information call the Eldorado Information Center at 530-644-6048

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
38.87917, -120.3625
38°52'45"N, 120°21'45"W

From Highway 50, turn north onto the Ice House Riverton Road and continue 18 miles. After crossing Big Silver bridge turn left into campground entrance.