Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area
Guide

Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area is located about 20 miles north of San Bernardino, California, on Highway 138 and Cleghorn Road.

The main park roads and roads connecting the marina, boat launch area, campgrounds, and swim beaches are paved. Smaller roads connecting to some trailheads and additional picnic areas are unpaved.

Visitors may park only at campsites or one of 14 designated parking areas. During the peak season, the park may reach capacity. In this case, the park will be closed. Holidays and weekends during the summer months are especially high traffic periods of time.

Any visitors who park on Highway 138, on the on or off ramps, or that block any roadways outside of the park are subject to ticketing and towing.

Guests may enter the bike on foot or on bicycle as well. Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area offers 13 miles of paved bike trails. All bicyclists younger than age 18 are required to wear a safety helmet. Visitors traveling by bike are advised to watch for debris on the trail, use slower speeds on blind curves, and carry large amounts of water.

Thunder Bay KOA

Visiting the Lake Superior area? The Thunder Bay KOA makes a terrific basecamp for access to all things adventurous. Regional attractions include rockhounding at open-pit amethyst mines and visiting the stunning 130-foot Kakabeka Falls and the gorgeous Ouimet Canyon. The campground’s 90 acres of pines, poplar and birch trees create sprays of color in the fall. Sites are nestled in the trees, providing guests a sense of serenity. Thunder Bay KOA offers amenities for families and kids of all ages, including a golf driving range, a miniature golf course, two heated saltwater pools, a catch-and-release trout pond and a new splash pad for the youngsters. Activities include hayrides, ice cream socials and more. Pups are welcome to play in the leash-free dog park. Wi-Fi and cable TV are available in addition to clean bathrooms, hot showers and laundry facilities.

Renfrew / Ottawa West KOA

The Presidential Award-winning Renfrew/Ottawa West KOA campground is located just outside Canada’s capital, providing easy access for plenty of educational, historic and cultural opportunities. Visit the McDougall Mill Museum or the nearby farmers market for the freshest local produce and products. The Renfrew/Ottawa West KOA campground is a destination in itself with Wi-Fi, 150 acres of woodland, a spring-fed lake and on-site beaches. Recreational activities at the campground include miniature golf and a driving range, fishing, hiking, boating and boat rentals, swimming, sports and recreational facilities, a playground, a jump pad and planned activities including pancake breakfasts and holiday weekends.

Barstow / Calico KOA

Conveniently situated between Los Angeles and Las Vegas in the middle of the Mojave Desert, the Barstow/Calico KOA campground is fun and convenient for the whole family, including pets. RV sites feature full hookups, dividing hedges, cable, and Wi-Fi. The campground itself offers remodeled restrooms and showers, laundry facilities, a seasonal pool, a clubhouse, a convenience store with coffee and adult beverages, a jumping pad, an archery range, a book exchange, recreational facilities, and much more. There is also a tour shuttle available.

New Mesa Campground

The New Mesa Campground offers 136 sites for RV camping at Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area. Some of the sites offer full hookups, while others are primitive sites without hookups. Reserve ahead to book a specific site if you desire hookups. Every campsite includes a picnic table, BBQ, and fire ring, and allows up to eight people and three vehicles. Easily access nearby restrooms and showers. Use hiking trails or paved roads to connect to swimming and boating areas.