Cancel

Open app

Search

Silver Lake Campground

4.2 (33 reviews)

Silver Lake Campground Photos

You might also consider

More like Silver Lake Campground

Recommended Reviews - Silver Lake Campground

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Lake in May 2025

Had a great time. Friendly staff, clean facilities, easy to rent boats, and a great dinner.

Views for days here
Aubrie R.

I think some people are confusing this National Park site with the private one run across the street (Silver Lake RESORT Campground). This one you reserve through recreation.gov, and is on the lake side, not the river side. But both are awesome! We somehow lucked out and got a two-night slot in what I think is THE BEST SITE - site 17 which is LITERALLY ON THE LAKE, with hardly any neighbors, heavily shaded, and a GRASSY knoll for your tent. Deer strolling through your site. No major bear issues now that they built a dedicated fish-cleaning station away from the camp. Waterfalls that you can hear as you fall asleep at night. Water lapping at the shore to lull you into the Land of Nod. Well-maintained clean bathrooms. Lovely pay showers with floor squeegees you can use to do your part to keep them clean. (Pro-tip - the kind camp hosts keep quarters in case you need 'em to shower!) The only drawback was the plethora of mosquitos, but you have to expect that when you're so close to the water. It was a teeny price to pay for the unparalleled beauty we were treated to in this beautiful oasis! We cannot wait to return.

Lucky S.

Came to check out the digs (parking and location) around the Rush Creek Trail Head (where I may possibly be entering the JMT trail in a few months. The campground is very close to Silver Lake (one of my favorite locations) and many trails, in addition to all that the June Lake area has to offer.

Sunset at the campground
Ian L.

This was an awesome campground for a weekend getaway from LA and so close to Mammoth! Tips: -There is potable running water, toilets, and [paid] showers - just be sure to bring your own drinking water or filters. -The wind got pretty crazy in the valley so remember to stake your tent otherwise it will collapse on you, hopefully not when you're sound asleep! Also, it gets FREEZING COLD even in the middle of July. We had people wearing scarfs, thermals, and mittens during the night and into the early morning. -The June Lake swimming area/beach is a quick drive away and is pretty clean. I didn't end up showering or using wipes after a quick dunk. Just be aware that the water is COLD (like I had a mild headache and brain freeze after running out). -Not a lot of mosquitoes. I heard they can't take the elevation? -The weeds and grass around the campsite can cause some wicked allergies if you stay around long enough so bring tissues and medicine if you need it. I was sniffling by the second night and all the way back home. -Store all your fragrant stuff in the provided bear lockers. We didn't see any bears but better safe than sorry. Thank god none of them came after the Sour Patch Kids that were stashed in my backpack near my tent! -The view of the surrounding mountains is amazing especially during sunrise and sunset. You're also going to get a kick-ass view of the night sky when the stars come out!

Sean S.

I have to start or be saying how quiet it is here. Our first night here there was only one group being loud at about 9:30p but with the brush and breeze the sound quickly cross off. The wind blows and gives a good background noise, the camping sites are nice and come with large bear boxes for holding your food. Camp host came to visit in the morning and she was very friendly. We stayed three days (Fri-Sun) and the bathrooms were kept clean, the tables are in great shape, and the water is good and plentiful. This place is not an official RV site but it fits them well if you back in and it has one water spigot specifically for RV fill-ups (no other amenities though, it's dry camping with no dump station). There is easy access to the lake and tails to and from the water but something I really liked is how there are lots of little water spots separated by the foliage. You an sit at the waters edge in one area while people are fishing, or relaxing, just a 10-15 feet over to ether side but you feel like you have the place to yourself. Sharing one side of the camp is a day parking area with a small boat ramp but it's not a placing for speeding, just a few miles down the road is a much lager lake where folks go to water ski so you don't have that noise here. What would have made this pace a 5? A map of the site, even one nailed to the entrance wallboard, would have been helpful. We drove almost the full loop the night we got there to find out space. A map of the surrounding area would also have been nice; are their trails near by? other things to see? (I saw a small waterfall across the road and up the hill but couldn't figure out how to get to it).

Icing on the cake!
Holly C.

I always heard the expression "happy camper" but never truly understood it until we stayed at Silver Lake Campground... My family and I were sad to leave... BEAUTIFUL campground, lake, wildlife, fishing, boating, FRESH AIR, friendly people, local and visitors. The store is full of everything you need and great souvenirs... The cafe is BEAUTIFUL inside with delicious food. I LOVE a clean cafe! Just can't say enough positive things about our experience! We'll definitely be back. :) As the campground is a government campground, not owned by Silver lake resort... the store and cafe are RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET. They have little cabins of their own, we didn't stay in one but would! Looks super cute and constantly saw staff taking care of them and the grounds.

R N.

I really liked this campground. We stayed in site #53, and it's right by the shower/bathroom. At first I was a bit hesitant with that but it was very convenient! Campground is very clean and quiet. We made a day trip to Yosemite while staying here and it took us about 2 hours to drive down to Yosemite Valley. We got to drive through the east side of Yosemite and there were so many beautiful areas where you could hike or take photos. June Lake is also nearby and great to swim, Kayak or Paddle board during the summer time. We went in November and it was VERY cold in the evening, hitting as low as the 20's. During the day it was perfect! I can imagine that during the summer it'll be perfect weather :)

Excelent place to camp, clean and very close to the Lake, my kids and I enjoy our time here

David C.

I haven't visited Silver lake since I was a kid, and decided to try and show up on 4th of July weekend with a group of friends and try to stake claim on a "walk up" camp ground. Being a dumb dumb, of course there were no available sites. And do to the heavy snow fall this winter, the lake had flooded some of the camp sites. But, the staff at the camp ground were so welcoming and helpful, did what they could and landed me and my group a camp site. I had an awesome time and everything was so beautiful. I will for sure return, but next time with a reservation. All the camp hosts, both Karen's and Celise were so awesome! They all enjoy some chocolate, so bring some with! But don't leave them out at night, bears!

See all

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 4
Oh no 0
Photo of Jenny C.
186
98
137

7 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Lucky S.
56
1266
3912

9 years ago

Helpful 9
Thanks 0
Love this 10
Oh no 0
Photo of Ian L.
443
704
2257

13 years ago

Helpful 15
Thanks 1
Love this 6
Oh no 0

14 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of R N.
117
12
8

10 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Oscar Z.
147
22
0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 8
Thanks 0
Love this 5
Oh no 0

12 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 5
Oh no 0
Photo of Mike T.
0
58
11

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Bianca Y.
278
48
21

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Esme R.
30
36
9

9 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Ashley T.
36
61
16

9 years ago

Great campground. Quiet and shady above the lake. We want to go back with seadoos

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Joe C.
0
15
0

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Rob G.
2
39
1

11 years ago

Great place to relax, fish, horseback ride, hike. Awesome food at the cafe. Beautiful scenery.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

13 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - Silver Lake Campground

How do I make reservations ? It's only giving option of walk up and I don't know what that means

Walk up means you arrive at the campground without a reservation and if there is a site available you can stay. Always best with walk up to arrive early. Late in the day you might not get a site.

View All 3 Questions

Review Highlights - Silver Lake Campground

Not many people tent campers, most sites booked were for rv camping.

Mentioned in 2 reviews

Read more highlights

Verify this business for free

People searched for Campgrounds 916 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Oh Ridge - Site 43

Oh Ridge

4.2(60 reviews)
3.1 mi

Best Campsite on OH Ridge Campground - Site #6!…read more We toured the whole campground, and hands down Campsite #6 is the winner. This site is for tents and not trailers/RV, so yay for us ground campers/RTTs! It's got the perfect front-row view, tucked away just enough to feel private and peaceful, with none of the noise or crowding you get at other spots. If you're lucky enough to snag #6, you won't regret it! *I forgot to mention the restroom, it is quite a long way down to the restroom but we brought our own potty so didn't pay much attention to it. If #6 is already taken, the next best options are sites #7, #8, and #9. They're still good choices, but be aware that the separation is only a couple of bushes--so you'll definitely be sharing a bit of "neighbor visibility." Still nice, but nothing beats the serenity and seclusion of #6. Highly recommend this place, and especially that site!

Really beautiful place, getting a campsite with a clear lake view is really clutch as well. The…read morestaff seemed like they were longstanding employees who loved the place. The people running the kayak rentals were understanding and fun. The lake itself is beautiful and spring fed, the water is clean and fun. It can get cold from wind, so if you're swimming be careful of hypothermia when you get out. The bathrooms were ok. Make sure to go into town and support local businesses or kayak across to the other resorts on the lake!

Photos
Oh Ridge - Campsite

Campsite

Oh Ridge - Sunset view from our campsite

Sunset view from our campsite

Oh Ridge

See all

Reversed Creek Campground

Reversed Creek Campground

4.2(14 reviews)
2.4 mi

Stayed here for 2 nights over Labor Day weekend at site #10…read more The site has a fire pit, picnic table, and bear box. The sites all seemed to be on the smaller, cramped side and a bit dusty, but overall clean. Deer liked hanging around the campsites as did the wasps. The single occupancy flush toilets were clean and in good condition despite a busy weekend. They had a cleaning chart on the door so people came in frequently to clean it. Good campground near Gull Lake and June Lake if you don't mind a smaller site!

Be warned: if you visit here in 2020, you will hear helicopters all day starting at 7 am. They are…read moreinstalling new power poles and will be all Summer. The good: nice big tables, good fire ring, easy access to water and clean restrooms. Area is pretty, and it's close to the lake. The host is very friendly and informative, and sells fire wood. The bear boxes are big and work well. Sites have pull through parking, so it's very easy to park. Most of the sites have decent shade in the daytime. Short walk to gull lake. The bad: sites are not private at all. Sitting in my site, I can see directly into no fewer than 9 other sites. It's also right off the June Lake Loop, which means cars are very audible at all hours. I was also awakened this morning by a helicopter flying very low at 7 am. It has continued running laps all day. The host informed me that they're replacing power poles with more sturdy ones. This is a good thing, but not for campers in 2020! Be warned. Overall, with the exception of the helicopters, this campground is fine. I'm giving it 4 stars because I really can't hold the helicopter noise against the campground.

Photos
Reversed Creek Campground - Plenty of space around the picnic table.

Plenty of space around the picnic table.

Reversed Creek Campground - Sophie and our trailer! :-D

Sophie and our trailer! :-D

Reversed Creek Campground

See all

Golden Pine Rv Park - Campground large enough for our dog pen and trailer

Golden Pine Rv Park

4.2(49 reviews)
2.7 mi

WONDERFUL little RV Park just steps from Gull lake and a 10 minute walk over to June Lake Marina!…read moreVery clean- lots of gravel... the camp host Nando is the best! And his wife alongside him as well as their little Frenchie Nala! A very dog friendly RV park too! Nando is Super friendly and attentive! Truly desires the guests to be happy and goes above and beyond to make sure your needs are met! They have a new spa area, 2 beautiful 1 person bathrooms w/shower, a comfortable community clubhouse with couch, chairs huge tv, coffee, creamers, milk, seltzers-all complimentary! Each site has newer firepits and they sell firewood... small, tidy, perfect!! While there's a long list of rules, the park is so chill - not uptight like so many others. It's all about common sense and courtesy... Also, just a five minute walk to the Local Scoop ice cream, the Deli, the general store and June Lake Brewing, where you'll find the La Parrilla food truck, which is amazing! There are a couple other restaurants as well, but most of them are closed Sunday through Tuesday, which is a bummer. None are dog friendly unless a service animal (but not the general store or the balanced rock cantina restaurant-no dogs PERIOD) June Lake Marina offers boat rentals but Gull lake is a little cheaper and much prettier! We checked out a couple other rv campgrounds and this one by far exceeds them all! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! No need to go anywhere else!

Stayed last year and had a pleasant time…read more Reason for the one star review now is I have called numerous times to try and cancel a future reservation and the number is not answered, and voice mail if full. Over a period of several months I have sent numerous emails, all are unanswered. I have called the company used to schedule the sites and they have not been able to get on contact with the owner. Just trying to cancel a reservation but there is no response from the campground. Procedee with caution with this campground...

Photos
Golden Pine Rv Park
Golden Pine Rv Park
Golden Pine Rv Park

See all

Gull Lake Camp Ground - So beautiful here.. This is just along the campsite!

Gull Lake Camp Ground

3.3(6 reviews)
2.8 mi

It's hard to miss in the Eastern Sierra when it comes to camping, especially north of Lake Crowley…read more The June Loop has several places to camp, hike, or just relax, all with beautiful views, trees, and access to some legendary trout waters. Gull is one of the smaller lakes in the area, with plenty of fishing opportunities like her larger cousins June, Crowley, and Convict, to name a few of the hundreds. Camping is first-come, first served... and despite the signs telling you to "wait for the host," I suggest going and knocking on their camper door so someone doesn't steal it out from under you. Some of the lake is circled by cattail reeds, so shire access is perhaps more limited at times. However, Gill doesn't feature the summer annoyances of waterskiing and weekend jet-boaters like larger June does. Winter freeze hits this area hard, and the trout season ends at the latest in November up here. April is still mighty cold when it reopens... but plenty of great opportunities up here Spring through Fall.

Nice campground, right on the lake! About 10 spots, all on first come first served basis. Really…read morewish the state would put them on the reservation system.... But then they would probably never be available because all the old farts with RVs would hog them up!! :-\ Anyway, bathrooms are flush style, clean and serviced regularly. However there are no showers. We took a short drive up to Silver Lake Campground and showered there. Seems like everyone here fishes the lakes so they must go to bed early because it was so quiet! We'll be back!

Photos
Gull Lake Camp Ground - Beautiful state campground right on the Lake!

Beautiful state campground right on the Lake!

Gull Lake Camp Ground
Gull Lake Camp Ground - Staying here!

See all

Staying here!

Gull Lake - They had a blow up jump house for the kids, that was pretty popular.

Gull Lake

4.0(9 reviews)
2.5 mi

This was the first year we attended the Fireman's BBQ. It's a fund raiser by buying raffle tickets…read morehaving the money go to June Lake Fire Department. The big prize is a boat and trailer. They had so many prizes, $1.00 per ticket. You didn't win just one prize, you could win four or more depending on the worth of them. It was a great turn out. The food was outstanding. BBQ brisket, potato salad, beans and two rolls. The kids had a great time with two playgrounds, and a bounce house. We will definitely be back next year. We got there at 12:30 and it was pretty crowded then. The time is from 12:00-4:00. Parking is difficult, you may end up walking a bit, it's worth going.

One of many of the beautiful lakes in this area. Haven't had a whole lot of luck with fish in this…read morelake but fish are caught here. Either way this spot will be another place to throw all your worries to the side and enjoy the great outdoors. Spectacular views just like most lakes in the area. If your plans are to stop here you won't be disappointed!

Photos
Gull Lake - Tit was great having texts up to sit and eat lunch under, it got pretty warm. Best lunch, brisket, potato salad, beans and two rolls.

Tit was great having texts up to sit and eat lunch under, it got pretty warm. Best lunch, brisket, potato salad, beans and two rolls.

Gull Lake - I saw these two young boys by the water. It looked so pretty. Great location, the BBQ is at the playground across from the thrift shop.

I saw these two young boys by the water. It looked so pretty. Great location, the BBQ is at the playground across from the thrift shop.

Gull Lake - Lots of people came, besides the raffle, and eating they had numerous egg toss games for the adults and kids, it was pretty funny.

See all

Lots of people came, besides the raffle, and eating they had numerous egg toss games for the adults and kids, it was pretty funny.

Silver Lake Campground - campgrounds - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...