Silver Lake Campground campground

Silver Lake Campground

Mixed (reservable + first-come)
16 campsites
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16

Total Campsites

Campground

8

Reservable Sites

Mixed (reservable + first-come)

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About Silver Lake Campground

Overview Silver Lake Campground is a small, primitive hike or bike-in only campground located on Silver Lake in Leicester, VT. There are 15 campsites, seven of which are available for advanced reservations along with eight first-come, first-served sites. It is a 0.6 mile hike in or a 1.5 mile bike ride in to access the campground. Please note: This Silver Lake Campground is located in Vermont. Recreation The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more. From Silver Lake Campground, several hiking and mountain biking trails begin, including the Leicester Hollow / Chandler Ridge loop (open to hiking and biking) and the Rattlesnake Cliff / Aunt Jenny hiking loop (closed March 15 - August 1 for Peregrine Falcon nesting). Fishing and swimming are both popular activities accessible from the campground. Facilities The Moosalamoo National Recreation Area consists of 16,000 acres abounding with recreation opportunities. With over 70 miles of well-maintained trails, mountain vistas, waterfalls, lakes and streams, it offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hunting and more. From Silver Lake Campground, several hiking and mountain biking trails begin, including the Leicester Hollow / Chandler Ridge loop (open to hiking and biking) and the Rattlesnake Cliff / Aunt Jenny hiking loop (closed March 15 - August 1 for Peregrine Falcon nesting). Fishing and swimming are both popular activities accessible from the campground. Natural Features Silver Lake is a gorgeous 100-acre lake surrounded by National Forest on all sides. It has attracted people for many generations and, along with its natural beauty, holds a strong sense of history. Long before the famous Silver Lake Hotel and religious retreat located on the site of today's picnic area, ancestors of today's Abenaki people were here enjoying the peace and beauty. Nearby Attractions The nearest available shopping and dining is in Brandon, located nine miles from the campground. Also nearby is Middlebury (17 miles from the campground), which offers many additional options.

  • 16 total campsites listed.
  • 8 reservable sites plus first-come options.
  • Most common site type: standard nonelectric (15).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Campsite Inventory

16 sites to choose from

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

15total sites

8

Reservable

0

Accessible

MANAGEMENT

1total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

CAMPFIRE RINGS

Campfire Rings

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Single

Check-in time

02:00 PM

Check-out time

02:00 PM

Driveway entry

Back-in

Driveway Grade

Slight

Driveway length (ft)

25

Driveway surface

Gravel

FOOD STORAGE LOCKER

Food Storage Locker

GRILLS

Grills

Grills/Fire Ring

Grills

Hike In Distance to Site

4800, 5040, 5080, 5120

Location Rating

Good

Max guests

6

Minimum guests

Yes

PICNIC TABLES

Picnic Tables

Pets allowed

Yes

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mixed (reservable + first-come)

Phone

802-767-4261

Getting There

From Middlebury, travel south on Route 7 to the Junction of Route 125.Travel east on Route 125 for 6.8 miles, and turn right onto Forest Road 32. Follow FR 32 for 6.8 miles, and turn right onto Silver Lake Road. Follow Silver Lake Road 2.2 miles to the parking lot at the end. From Rochester, travel south on Route 100 to the junction of Route 73. Travel west on Route 73 for 10.3 miles. Turn right on Hathaway Road, and follow it for 1.3 miles. Turn right onto Flora White Road, and follow it for 1.4 miles to a stop sign. Go straight through onto Silver Lake Road. Follow Silver Lake Road 2.2 miles to the parking lot at the end.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to Silver Lake Campground.

How do reservations work for Silver Lake Campground?

Reservation availability for Silver Lake Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at Silver Lake Campground?

Silver Lake Campground currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (15), MANAGEMENT (1).

Where is Silver Lake Campground located?

See this page for location details and directions.

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