Cherry Creek Campground

Open — Open year-round for dispersed primitive camping on a first-come, first-served basis, though winter snow and road conditions may limit access.

About

Cherry Creek Campground is a primitive, undeveloped camping area situated within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in Nye County, Nevada. Set in a pinyon-juniper forest, this remote location offers dispersed camping for experienced campers seeking backcountry solitude. The campground provides no amenities whatsoever—no water, no restrooms, no tables, and no fire rings. Campers must be completely self-sufficient and practice Leave No Trace principles. This is a free camping area that does not require reservations and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground is accessed via a series of unpaved roads including Sunnyside Road and Cherry Creek Road, requiring careful navigation and potentially high-clearance vehicles depending on conditions. The remote location makes this an ideal destination for those seeking primitive camping experiences away from developed facilities. Given the primitive nature of the site and its elevation in the forest, access and camping conditions are heavily dependent on weather and season. Snow and mud can make roads impassable during winter and early spring months. Campers should come prepared with adequate supplies, including water, and be ready for changing mountain weather conditions.

Directions

From Ely, take US-6 west to NV-318. Head south on NV-318 for 43 miles, then turn right onto Sunnyside Road for 10.2 miles. Turn slight left onto MCR936103 for 12.8 miles, then left onto Sunnyside Road for 14.8 miles. Turn right onto Cherry Creek Road and travel 5.6 miles, then take a sharp left to stay on Cherry Creek Road. After 0.8 miles you will reach the site.

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