Silver Summit RV Park
RV travelers staying at the Silver Summit have full hookups (water, sewer and 30- or 50-amp electric) as well as free Wi-Fi and options for cable TV. There is a hot tub, bathroom, shower facility and laundromat on the premises for guest use. Pets are allowed if leashed. Guests can find hiking in the surrounding San Juans, where wildflowers such as columbine and chocolate-lillys can be viewed, and wildlife like black bears, red fox, coyotes and rock mountain goats are frequently spotted.
Silver Summit RV Park
40 Mineral St.
Silverton, CO 81433
(800) 352-1637
silversummitrvpark.com
A & B RV Park
The A & B offers RV camper sites with hookups that include either 30- or 50-amp electric, water and sewer. Guests may use the Wi-Fi for free at A & B. There are showers, private toilets, picnic areas and fire-rings, a laundry room and sites to accommodate larger RVs. Pets are allowed if leashed. The 5.3-mile Clear Lake trail is within a 30-minute drive and offers mountain biking and hiking options.
A & B RV Park
1445 Mineral St.
Silverton, CO 81433
(970) 387-5347
aandbrvpark.com
Molas Lake Campground
Molas Lake Campground offers "dry" primitive campsites to small and large RVs, and can accommodate tent campers. RVs should be self-contained with gray-water systems. Pets are allowed but should remain leashed. Tent sites are level and have access to fresh drinking water. Sites have fire-rings and picnic tables, however, guests should check with management prior to having fires to see if there are any current restrictions or bans. There is a lake on-site for fishing, biking and walking paths, and a stream. There is a dump station on the grounds for RV guest use.
Molas Lake Campground
Highway 550
Silverton, CO 81433
(866) 731-5204
molaslakecampground.com
Article Written By Eric Cedric
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Cedric now resides in California. He's published in "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Cedric was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Belize. Cedric attended Syracuse University and is a private pilot.
