CAMPING ADVENTURESDeveloped, public campgrounds are scattered throughout the Elko area. Most are managed by the U.S. Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management and have daily camping fees posted. The majority of undeveloped areas on public lands are also open to camping
Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway
Travel through towering, rugged peaks. The glacially formed canyon winds around Ruby Dome Mountain, highest peak in the range at 11,387 feet and is filled with spectacular scenery. Thomas Canyon Campground has over 40 overnight sites for both RVs and tents.
Distance from Elko: 25 miles ( 40.3 km) #1 on map
Services: Limited services available in Lamoille (13 miles)
South Fork State Recreation Area
Nevada’s newest State Park features a 90 foot high dam restraining a 1,650 acre reservoir. A developed campground has 25 campsites.
Distance from Elko: 16 miles (25.6 km) #2 on map
Services: Limited services available in Spring Creek (5 miles)
Directions: Drive southeast on State Route 227 towards Spring Creek (6 miles - 10 km). Turn south on State Route 228. Drive approximately 5 miles until the South Fork turnoff ot the west.
Angel Lake Scenic Byway
A small, blue jewel nestled in the East Humboldt Range. Angel Lake is the only alpine lake accessible by paved road in the area. Main campground has 26 overnight camping sites with 18 additional sites at Angel Creek.
Distance from Elko: 58 miles 9 96.7 km) #3 on map
Services: all services available in Wells ( 8 miles)
Directions: Drive east on Interstate 80 for 50 miles (80.5 km) to Wells. Turn south at the Angel Lake exit. Travel 12 miles (19.3 km) on State Route 231.
Wildhorse State Recreation Area
This recreation area is centered on the northwest shore of Wildhorse Reservoir. Area offers beautiful views of the Independence Mountain Range. Several developed campground areas to choose from.
Distance from Elko: 70 miles (112.7 km #4 on map
Services: All services available
South Ruby Campground
Perched in the foothills of the southern Ruby Mountains overlooking the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, this 35 campsite facility is located in a pinyon pine and juniper setting. Bird watching, fishing, hunting and just relaxing are popular at this site. Also, associated with the campground is a fish cleaning facility and RV sanitary station.
Distance from Elko: 65 miles (104.7 km)
Services: None available
