Silver Lake Resort sits directly on the shores of Silver Lake, just one mile from the Mount St. Helens visitor center in southwestern Washington. The campground provides both drive-in and boat-in access, with full hookups available for RVs and basic tent sites positioned on open grass areas near the highway.
Highway noise affects most camping areas, particularly the tent sites which sit closest to the road without natural barriers. Jeff K. notes the tent sites are "located RIGHT next to the highway" and describes them as "open, sloped grass with no separation between sights and no privacy." RV sites received renovations in recent years and offer more spacing from each other, though road sounds remain audible throughout the property.
The lake supports multiple fish species including largemouth bass, crappie, trout, and catfish. Campers can launch personal boats or rent pontoons for $115 per day, along with paddleboards and pedal boats. Fishing access includes docks extending into the water, and some accommodations allow fishing directly from motel room areas. Cell service proves spotty, with intermittent connectivity that several reviewers found unreliable.
Staff receive consistent praise for helpfulness, including after-hours check-ins and local fishing recommendations. The facility maintains clean restrooms and showers with hot water, though no laundry facilities exist on-site. Lary describes it as having "a perfect view of Mount St Helens" from the lakefront position. Fall visits avoid summer crowds while maintaining favorable weather conditions, and reservations help secure preferred sites during peak fishing seasons.
Description
Breathtaking views. Lakeside relaxation. World class fishing. Magical evenings around the bonfire with new friends. Friendly staff who treat you like family. Silver Lake Resort has it all. with a variety of accommodations to meet your needs. Our beautiful property is located on the shores of Silver Lake with stunning Mount St. Helens in the backdrop. Silver Lake has some of the best fishing in the Pacific Northwest — from one of our many rental boats. from our docks. or even from the balcony of your own room. Kids can play on the playground. feed the ducks by the waterfront, or catch fish with a rented fishing pole. Silver Lake Resort is the perfect lodging for visiting Mount St. Helens, fishing for large-mouth bass. or relaxing in the natural beauty all year 'round. Our rustic setting has been drawing vacationers looking for rest and relaxation for over 50 years.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Private CampgroundSilver Lake Resort is located in Washington
Directions
From jct I-5 (exit 49) & Hwy-504: Go 6 mi E on Hwy-504.
Address
3201 Spirit Lake Highway
Silverlake, WA 98645
Coordinates
46.2964984 N
122.805956 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/3/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/3/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/3/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 21 min from Longview, WA
- 54 min from Olympia, WA
- 55 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 45 min from Bremerton, WA
