Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in California State

Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

Centered around the 73,000-acre Silverwood Lake, this park gives visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.

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Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area Details

Centered around the 73,000-acre Silverwood Lake, this park gives visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. There are two beaches for sunbathing and swimming, a marina for boating and kayaking, and a designated area in the northern end of the reservoir solely for waterskiing. The park also contains over 13 miles of hiking and cycling trails, including a section of the 2,650-mile multi-state Pacific Crest Trail. If you happen to be visiting from January to March, you can also book a Bald Eagle Barge Tour, which operates every weekend.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

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0.2 mi away

Cleghorn Day Use Area

Out of all the beaches on Silverwood Lake, this sandy area is probably the most family-friendly.

0.7 mi away

Silverwood Lake Swim Beach

Sitting on the southern end of Silverwood Lake, this beach is a great jumping-off point for a handful of recreational activities.

5.0 mi away

Lake Gregory Regional Park

This picturesque lake is surrounded by lush pine forests and cedar groves, making it one of the more scenic places to go swimming in the San Bernardino Mountains.

10.1 mi away

Lower Deep Creek Canyon

A relaxing soak in the hot springs is guaranteed to be a rewarding experience after hiking through the San Bernardino Forest for 7 miles.

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Mount Baldy

It may take you all day to hike this 8-mile trail, but it is worth every step once you reach the summit of this Southern California mountain.