Big Bend Campground
Open seasonally from May through November, weather and conditions permitting. First-come, first-served only. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 8:56AM PDT until July 21 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Monsoonal moisture will stream northward into most of Northern and Central Nevada Tuesday, with historically high atmospheric moisture content. The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce intense rainfall rates, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Most of Northern and Central Nevada. * WHEN...From 11 AM PDT Tuesday morning until 9 PM PDT Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce rainfall rates of around one inch per hour, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 7:48PM PDT until July 20 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Temperatures have cooled significantly across most of Northern Nevada this evening largely due to thunderstorms and rain activity. Storms did not reach Humboldt County this evening, however temperatures there and across the region will continue to cool the rest of this evening and overnight. High temperatures Tuesday will be 3 to 5 degrees cooler than the highs reached Monday.
About
Big Bend Campground offers a remote camping experience in an aspen grove surrounded by the expansive high desert landscape of northeastern Nevada. Located 15 miles northeast of Wildhorse Reservoir in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, this 15-site campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables, though campers must bring their own water. The campground is especially popular during hunting seasons and serves as a base for OHV exploration of the surrounding terrain. Horse and pack animals are permitted. The historic mining town site of Gold Creek, part of the Island Mountain Mining District, lies 5 miles south on County Road 745. While little remains of the town after most structures were moved or torn down in the 1920s, a historical plaque provides additional context about the area's mining heritage. Access requires traveling 67 miles north of Elko on State Route 225, then following County Road 745 (Meadow Creek Road) approximately 16 miles to the campground entrance. The road conditions and remote location contribute to the campground's moderate usage levels.
Directions
Travel approximately 67 miles north of Elko on State Route 225. Turn right onto County Road 745 (Meadow Creek Road). Follow County Road 745 approximately 16 miles. Turn right into the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (775) 738-5171 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Big Bend Campground |
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