Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Angel Creek
VISIT DATE: 09/24/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ruby Mountains
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wells
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Wells, NV, at intersection of Humboldt Ave. and Angel Lake
Rd., take Angel Lake Rd. west 3.7 miles to Angel Creek sign.
Turn left at sign and go 0.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,800 ft.
The campground, located on a grass-covered foothill of the East
Humboldt Mountain in stands of tall, mature Aspen, is composed of
two unnamed loops. The first loop has shorter parking aprons and
more shade then the second, lower loop. The campground is
convenient to Wells, NV for a cook's night out. Not as high as the
nearby Angel Lake campground, vistas of Clove Valley are limited,
but views of the northern stretch of Ruby Mountains, are
magnificent.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available in Wells, NV at the Flying J Truck Stop at
I-80, exit 352 - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
One water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Angel Lake
VISIT DATE: 09/24/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ruby Mountains
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wells
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Wells, NV, at intersection of Humboldt Ave. and Angel Lake
Rd., take Angel Lake Rd. west 11.6 miles to campground sign.
Turn right at sign, then immediately left into campground.
NOTE: Although paved with great views, the state does not
recommend travel trailers or large motor homes on the last 4
miles of the access road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground has two unnamed loops in a basin at the foot of
Greys Peak. The camp sites are located among dwarf, shoulder-
high Aspen which provide excellent privacy. Each site has a
panoramic view of Greys Peak towering above and Clover Valley
below. This is a scenic campground, well worth the drive. Some
camp sites have no grilles; all have an in-ground fire ring.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 21 through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $17 per day - single
$34 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available in Wells, NV at the Flying J Truck Stop at
I80, exit 352 - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Angel Lake is 13 acres.
HIKING
Greys Lake (foot & horse) - 4.8 miles
Provides access to East Humboldt Wilderness.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Bend
VISIT DATE: 09/20/2002
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Mountain City
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Mountain City
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Mountain City, NV, take State Rt. 225 south 18.5 miles to
Big Bend Campground sign. Turn left after sign onto gravel (then
dirt) road and go 8.7 miles to an intersection. Continue
straight through the intersection, passing Forest Service sign,
and go 1.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into
campground.
NOTE: Dirt and gravel road is mostly wide single-lane.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is composed of two loops
in a dense stand of Aspen. Most camp sites are widely spaced with
dense Aspen growth. Privacy is good. The Aspen growth should provide
excellent fall colors.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 31; weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel. An RV waste station,
with potable water, is available for a fee at Wild Horse Reservoir
State Park.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lye Creek
VISIT DATE: 09/25/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Rosa
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Winnemucca
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Winnemucca, NV, take US Rt. 95 north 21 miles to Lye Creek
campground sign at intersection of State Rt. 290. Turn right
onto State Rt. 290 and go 18.1 miles to Hinkey Summit and stop
signs in Paradise. Turn right at signs and go about 100 yards to
Lye Creek campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 16.9 miles
to Lye Creek Road sign. Turn left at sign and go 1.2 miles to
campground.
NOTE: The road surface for the last 15 miles is gravel and rough.
There are also stretches that are single-lane, steep, and
switchback. Although there are camp site parking aprons long
enough for medium sized RVs, driving an RV on the access roads is
not recommended.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,520 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, stretches up Lye Creek
drainage in a stand of Aspen. Four water sheds flow in Lye
Creek, ensuring it has some water most years. The elevation
and ample shade make the campground a comfortable place to
be in hot weather. Although the campground was not built by the
Civilain Conservation Corps (CCC), there are several examples
of their handiwork in the area. Two examples are the nearby Guard
Station and the access road. That road offers a change for a
comfortable stroll with little fear of traffic. The colorful Aspen
leaves in Fall should make the campground a good stop at that time.
Sharp eyes may spot Bighorn sheep in the surrounding rugged
mountains. There is a small convenience store in Paradise, NV that
has limited groceries.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through October 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day - single
$10 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
WATER SPORTS
Wadding may be possible in Lye Creek.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: South Ruby, a.k.a. Ruby Marsh
VISIT DATE: 09/25/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ruby Mountains
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Elko
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Elko, NV, take I-80 east 17.9 miles to Exit 321 (Halleck/Ruby
Valley/State Rt. 229). At end of exit ramp, turn right onto Rt.
229 and go 36 miles to a "Ruby Lake NWR 35" sign. Continue
straight (Rt. 229 becomes State Rt. 767) for 35.6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
NOTE: Last 23.3 miles are a treated dirt and gravel road surface.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground, located on the side of Ruby Mountains Range
overlooking the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, is comprised
of two loops. The vegetation is single-leaf Pinyon and Rocky
Mountain juniper trees. The understory is primarily Sagebrush.
This type of vegetation provides only some shade, but fair to
good privacy between sites. Many camp sites have a panoramic
view of the Ruby Mountains Range, other mountains and Ruby Valley
(including the Refuge). Gas is available at Ruby Lake Resort,
13.1 miles north of campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Serivces provided May 10 through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 35
Total Sites: 35
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 35
No. Grilles on Sites: 35
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons consist of a gravel and rocky surface. A
Forest Service waste station is located 0.1 miles north of
campground - fee $5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
Comment:
The campground is convenient to cold and warm water fishing.
A fish cleaning station is located 0.1 miles north of campground.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Thomas Canyon
VISIT DATE: 09/25/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ruby Mountains
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Spring Creek
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Spring Creek, NV, at the intersection of State Rts. 227
(Lamoille Hwy.) and 228, take Rt. 227 east 12.2 miles to Lamoille
Canyon Recreation Area sign. Turn left at sign onto Lamoille
Canyon Rd. and go 7.5 miles to campground sign. Turn right at
sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,800 ft.
The campground, near Ruby Mountains Wilderness, is composed of
three unnamed loops at the mouth of Thomas Canyon. The camp
sites are nestled in among Aspen, cottonwood, and other deciduous
trees. The views of sheer glacier-carved walls and Thomas and
Lamoille Canyons from any camp site is magnificent, actually
breathtaking. A drive up Lamoille Canyon is also spectacular.
The community of Lamoille is an interesting day trip and also
offers a cook's night out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 27 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 39
Total Sites: 39
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 39
No. Grilles on Sites: 39
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Thomas Creek #113 (foot and horse) - 2 miles
Provides access to Ruby Mountains Wilderness and its
network of trails.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ward Mountain
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2002
UPDATE DATE: 9/23/2020
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ely
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Ely, NV, at intersection of US Rts. 6/50/93, take Rt. 6 west
6.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left after sign onto gravel
road and go 0.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,400 ft.
The campground has three separate camping areas in Pinyon pine and
juniper. The first area is a snug, small 10-site loop with most
of the campground's pull-throughs. The next area, 0.1
miles from campground's entrance on the left, is for large RVs.
It has a water spigot at each site and more generous parking
areas. The last area, also 0.1 miles from the campground's entrance
across from the "RV area," is another loop with numerous back-ins.
This loop is well suited for tent campers and is closest to South
Trail Head. The campground also has a large area for group day-
use which includes a barbeque pit and slightly overgrown ball
field. See the many murals in Ely.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 7
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are either gravel or dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 13
No. Threaded: 13
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
South Trail Head (foot, horse, mountain bike, ATV)
North Trail Head (foot, horse, mountain bike, ATV)
FISHING - No
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