Arch Rock Campground
Open and accepting reservations. The park implements annual trail closures May 15 through September 30 for safety during extreme heat, but the campground remains operational. The entire park closes December 1-14 annually for maintenance. Reservations available via reservenevada.com up to 11 months in advance. Stay limit is 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 12:25PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, including the following areas, Hualapai Mountains, Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave, Lake Mead - AZ side, Lake Mohave - AZ side, Northwest Deserts and Northwest Plateau, southeast California, including the following areas, Cadiz Basin, Eastern Mojave Desert, Morongo Basin and San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley, and Nevada, including the following areas, Lake Mead - NV side, Lake Mohave - NV side, Las Vegas Valley, Lincoln County, Northeast Clark County, Sheep Range, Southern Clark County, Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon and Western Clark and Southern Nye County. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Incoming tropical moisture will lead to widespread shower and thunderstorm activity, some of which may cause flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 12:35PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts between 45 and 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and southern Nevada. * WHEN...From 5 AM PDT /5 AM MST/ Sunday to 5 AM PDT /5 AM MST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be a lull in the winds from late Saturday night through Sunday morning before winds increase once again Sunday afternoon.
About
Arch Rock Campground provides an intimate desert camping experience within Valley of Fire State Park, surrounded by 40,000-year-old red Aztec sandstone formations that glow brilliantly at sunrise and sunset. Located near Overton about 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas, the campground offers 29 well-spaced sites that feel private and secluded, tucked among boulders and natural rock alcoves. Sites 22-24 are particularly prized for their scenic settings, while site 6 features a small cave formation. Unlike the larger Atlatl Rock Campground which offers RV hookups, Arch Rock maintains a more primitive character suited to tent campers and self-contained RVs. Each site includes a shaded picnic table, fire pit, barbecue grill, and water spigot. Vault toilets are located throughout the campground. Campers needing showers or dump station access can use facilities at Atlatl Rock nearby. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the park's remarkable geology and 3,000-year-old petroglyphs. Popular nearby trails include Mouse's Tank, Rainbow Vista, and Fire Wave, though note that many trails close May 15 through September 30 due to extreme heat. Bighorn sheep frequently wander through the area, and the dark desert skies offer exceptional stargazing.
Directions
From Las Vegas, take I-15 north approximately 35 miles to Exit 75 (Valley of Fire/Lake Mead). Turn right onto NV-169 East and continue about 18 miles into the park. Arch Rock Campground is located along the main park road past the visitor center.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 64ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| stparks@parks.nv.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (702) 397-2088 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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