> Canonical: https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area > Content revision: 2026-10-20T20:49:52.970Z [Recreation areas](https://caparks.org/types/recreation-area)[San Bernardino](https://caparks.org/counties/san-bernardino) # Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area San Bernardino · California Department of Parks and Recreation BEFORE YOUR VISIT Closure noticeWater recreation ### Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area: Boating and boat ramps Park-specific information - [Boating and boat ramps](https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area) Dock damage has made the ramps inaccessible and closed boating for the near future. The agency identifies day use and camping separately; no reopening date is given. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 Visitor advisoryWildlife ### Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area: Campgrounds and recreation areas Park-specific information - [Campgrounds and recreation areas](https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area) The agency reports increased bear sightings and links its bear guidance. Review the park’s food-storage requirements and current instructions before camping. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 Visitor advisoryWater recreation ### Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area: Lake water-quality caution Park-specific information - [Lake water-quality caution](https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area) The agency posts a caution-level algae advisory. Follow current posted water-contact instructions, including those for pets; water-quality status and boating access are separate issues. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 Visitor advisoryPests & invasive species ### Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area: Vessel exit inspections Park-specific information - [Vessel exit inspections](https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area) Following mussel detection, the lake requires vessel exit inspections and no longer supplies entrance inspection seals. Check the destination lake’s dry-out or decontamination requirements before taking a vessel elsewhere. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 PLAN YOUR VISIT ## The practical details. **Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation **Telephone**: [(760) 389-2281](tel:7603892281) **Hours**: April 1 - September 30: 6 AM - 9 PM daily October 1 - March 31: 7 AM - 7 PM daily All vessels must be trailered by sunset Nature Center Hours: Fri., Sat., Sun. 10am-4pm [Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650) We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling. Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks. ## Weather & forecast National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.280526&lon=-117.334971) ## About Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for San Bernardino, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access. ## Activities & facilities [Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Boating ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/boating)[Picnicking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/picnicking)[Interpretive programs ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/interpretive-programs)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Swimming ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/swimming)[Surfing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/surfing)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Biking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/biking)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)[Horseback riding ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/horseback-riding)En route CampsitesTent CampingGroup CampsitesHike-and-Bike CampsitesRemote CampingRV/Trailer Campsites w/HookupsRV Dump StationRV AccessFood ServiceCamp StoreParkingRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water AvailableWheelchair AccessibleBoat RampsBoat RentalsPicnic AreasEnv. Learning/Visitor CenterExhibits and ProgramsInterpretive ExhibitsBeach AreaVista PointNature & Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsBike TrailsHiking TrailsHorseback Riding Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area. ## Mapped hiking trails. OpenStreetMap routes that intersect recorded park boundaries. Distances cover each route’s mapped California portion, which may extend beyond this park. Check official maps and current access rules. - [PCT - California Section C ↗](https://caparks.org/trails/pct-california-section-c-osm-1236787)128.3 mapped mi [All mapped hiking routes ↗](https://caparks.org/trails) Trail data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright) · [ODbL](https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/) ## Find your way. Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions. [Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=650) ## Read before you roam. [THE FIELD GUIDE ### Firewood and boat rules that protect California parks Check destination-specific firewood restrictions and vessel inspection requirements before moving between parks. Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/firewood-and-vessel-inspections)[THE FIELD GUIDE ### Plan around wildlife-area closures A closed wildlife-viewing area can coexist with other visitor access; keep seasonal restrictions tied to the place named in the notice. Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/wildlife-areas-and-seasonal-access)[THE FIELD GUIDE ### Understand a park’s algae notice Use the named water body and official advisory to plan water activities; advisories do not apply uniformly to every park. Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/algae-notices-and-water-access) ## Sources & verification Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026. - [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026 [Suggest a correction](https://caparks.org/about#corrections) · [Markdown version](https://caparks.org/parks/silverwood-lake-state-recreation-area.md) ## Nearby parks. Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary. 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