Cave Lake State Park Group Use Areas

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Open for group camping reservations. Lake View group site operates year-round. Elk Flat group site operates early May through mid-October. The dam and emergency spillway are closed to all access. The south side of the road from fee station to Overlook Trail, including day-use picnic areas, is closed.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 12:13AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

12:13 AM — 5:00 PM

ESFLKN A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce heavy rainfall and localized flooding. Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flow. Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 1:46PM PDT by NWS Elko NV

October 8th, 1:46 PM — 5:30 AM

ESFLKN A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce heavy rainfall and localized flooding. Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flow. Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

About

Cave Lake State Park Group Use Areas offer dedicated group camping five miles southeast of Ely in eastern Nevada. Situated at 7,300 feet in the Schell Creek Range adjacent to Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, the park provides group sites within two distinct campgrounds. Elk Flat Campground operates seasonally from early May through mid-October, while Lake View Campground near the 32-acre reservoir remains open year-round. Both group areas feature level sites with fire pits and grills, picnic tables, and parking. Flush toilets and showers serve both campgrounds, though Lake View facilities may close during extreme cold. An RV dump station is available near the campground entrances, and drinking water is provided on-site. ADA-accessible campsites are available. The park offers diverse recreation including fishing for stocked rainbow trout, non-motorized boating, swimming, and four maintained hiking trails. Mountain biking is permitted on designated routes. Winter transforms the area into a snow recreation destination with ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling on approved roads. Reservations for group camping are accepted starting January 2nd each year through Reserve Nevada.

Directions

From Ely, Nevada, travel southeast on US Highway 93/50/6. Turn south on Success Summit Road (SR 486) and continue approximately 7 miles to the park entrance.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi —
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $25

Vehicle

Max RV Length 120ft
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email stparks@parks.nv.gov
Phone +1 (775) 296-1505

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

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