Silver Lake

Kirkwood, California · Lake

A scenic high-alpine lake at 7,200 ft along Highway 88 near Carson Pass, set within Eldorado National Forest. Popular for fishing (rainbow, brown, and mackinaw trout), kayaking, boating, camping, and hiking to nearby Sierra peaks.

Campgrounds

• Silver Lake West Campground (El Dorado Irrigation District) — 7,264 ft · reserve
• Silver Lake East Campground (Eldorado National Forest) — 48 sites · 7,256 ft · reserve

Coordinates: 38.6760, -120.1115.

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