The Campaign
Quest Log
July 31 – August 2, 2026 · Silver Lake West Campground · Hwy 88 · Carson Pass. Accept the quests you’re in for — arrivals, feasts, expeditions, and the master pilgrimage to Winnemucca.
The Early Vanguard
Roll in Thursday and seize the prime first-come sites before the horde arrives.
The Friday Caravan
Join the Friday convoy up Highway 88 to Carson Pass.
Raise the Encampment
Stake the tents, hoist the canopy, and build the first fire.
Friday Night Feast
Fire up the grill for opening-night eats by the lake.
The Angler's Trial
Cast for Silver Lake trout. Bragging rights to the biggest catch.
Voyage of the Silver Lake
Paddle out across the glass-calm water at dawn.
The Grand Saturday Feast
The big group dinner — the main event of the raid.
Break the Encampment
Pack it out, leave no trace, and convoy home.
Pilgrimage to Winnemucca Lake
★ Master QuestThe Master Quest. A high-alpine hike from Carson Pass past Frog Lake to the shores of Winnemucca Lake, beneath the peak of Round Top. Only the worthy return.
🗺️ The Destination
Eldorado National Forest · Highway 88 · Carson Pass
- Elevation
- 7,200 ft
- Camp Sites
- Silver Lake West — 42 sites, first come, first served
- Reservations
- None. Get there early Thursday/Friday to claim the good spots.
- Nearest Landmark
- Just west of Kirkwood Ski Resort
🚗 The Journey
- 1From the Bay Area / Sacramento: take Hwy 88 east through Jackson and Pioneer.
- 2Stay on State Route 88 east — about 52 miles east of Jackson, climbing toward Carson Pass.
- 3Silver Lake sits just west of Kirkwood Ski Resort at 7,200 ft. Look for the Silver Lake West Campground turnoff on the highway.
- 4From Pioneer, CA it's roughly 36.6 miles east on SR-88 to the campground.
- 5⛽ Last reliable gas + cell service is well before the lake — fuel up and send your 'we made it' text early.
📖 Dungeon Journal
There is little to no cell signal at Silver Lake. Download maps, share plans, and pick a meetup spot BEFORE you lose service.
No potable water at the campground. Haul in plenty — drinking, cooking, dishes. This is a Legendary-tier responsibility.
Bear-resistant lockers at each site. Lock up all food and scented items. The bears are not on the roster.
Cold nights even in summer. Pack a warm layer and a real sleeping bag. Altitude + beer hits different.