Big Silver Group Campground campground
Big Silver Group Campground
Reservations are required at Big Silver Group Campground, ensuring that campers can secure a spot in advance. This ensures a hassle-free camping experience and guarantees availability during peak season. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment.
The best time to visit this campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are thinner. Summers can get hot, so be prepared and bring plenty of sunscreen, hats, and other protective gear. While enjoying the camping area, campers can also explore nearby attractions, such as the beautiful Silver Lake and the scenic hiking trails in the area. However, it is important to be cautious of wildlife in the area and properly store food to avoid attracting animals. Additionally, campers should be aware of potential fire hazards and follow all fire safety regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
What's on-site at Big Silver Group Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Big Silver Group Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azalea Cove Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Wench Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Wench Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Yellow Jacket Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Yellowjacket Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Big Silver Group Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot C Ab Stumpy Meadows Res Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Bl Mutton Canyon Nr Georgetown Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| General C Nr Meeks Bay Ca | 15 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At Hwy 50 Above Meyers Ca | 188 cfs | → |
| Blackwood C Nr Tahoe City Ca | 73 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Big Silver Group Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Forni Ridge | 1.9 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Echo Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Echo Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Granite Chief Wilderness
- Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
- Dl Bliss State Park
- Emerald Bay State Park
- Wilderness Desolation
- Washoe Meadows State Park
Boat launches
- Junction Boat Ramp Road El Dorado County
- Dry Lakes Trail El Dorado County
- Ice House Road El Dorado County
- Poho Ridge El Dorado County
- Forebay Road El Dorado County
- Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Ellicots Bridge To Big Grizzly Canyon
- Hell Hole Dam To Ellicotts Bridge
- 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50 To Avalanche Lake
- State Highway 50 To 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50
- Big Grizzly Canyon To Oxbow Reservoir
- Confluence With Van Horn Creek To Cosumnes Mine Road
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Silver Group Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Silver Group Campground
Can I make reservations at Big Silver Group Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Big Silver Group Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Big Silver Group Campground.