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BIG SILVER GROUP (CA), CADescriptionBig Silver group is a new facility built along the Union Valley Bike Trail in the Eldorado National Forest. The campground is situated in a Ponderosa pine forest on the north side of Big Silver Creek. Union Valley Reservoir is only a 5-minute bike ride from the campground. The paved trail stretches for several miles both north and south of the campground and is accessible by wheelchair. The facility has vault toilets, fire rings, group grills, garbage service and paved parking spurs (between 25-50 feet long). These meet accessibility standards. The facility does not have piped water or electricity. A store with a restaurant, gas, and phone is within 10 miles. The closest town is Pollock Pines approximately 25 miles away, or Placerville at 39 miles. For local information call the Eldorado Information Center at 530-644-6048. Renters are encouraged to go to the following website for more details on the facility: http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/eldorado/publications/rog/Alerts and Important InformationReservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. The facility does not have water or electricity. You will need to either bring water, boil stream water, or fill your containers at the Sunset Peninsula Boatramp faucet. Motorized vehicles are not allowed over the barriers or on the associated bike trail. Off-highway vehicles may not operate in the campground or on the bike trail. No refunds for bad weather. Golden Passes do not apply at group camps. Pets must be on a leash at all times. It is a county law and helps protect pets from wildlife.Getting There:Big Silver Group (CA)7887 HWY 50 Pollock Pines CA 95726 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 38.87917, -120.3625 Highway 50, go 21 miles east of Placerville and turn left on the Ice House Riverton road. Go 18 miles North. After you cross the Big Silver bridge, turn left into campground entrance. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (530)647-5415 |
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