Dayton State Park Campground
Open year-round. The RV dump station is closed until further notice for repairs with no estimated reopening date. Check-in starts at 2 p.m., check-out by 11 a.m. Camping limited to 7 consecutive days within a 30-day period.
Fire Weather Watch issued October 8 at 11:40AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent. * DURATION...3 to 6 hours. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Waves 2 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, and Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
About
Dayton State Park Campground sits along the banks of the Carson River in one of Nevada's oldest settlements. The small campground offers just 10 sites, providing a quieter camping experience compared to larger state park facilities. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and barbecue, with flush restrooms and drinking water available on-site. The park's location makes it ideal for anglers targeting walleye, white bass, hybrid wiper, catfish, and trout in the Carson River. Two short trails lead from the campground to the river and to the historic Rock Mill Site, remnants of the area's mining past. The shaded group-use area with picnic facilities is available for day visitors. The campground can accommodate RVs up to 34 feet but operates as a dry camping facility with no hookups. Reservations can be made through reservenevada.com from 3 days to 11 months in advance. Camping is limited to 7 days within any 30-day period. Pets are welcome but must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Directions
Located at 825 US Hwy 50 East, Dayton, NV 89403. From Carson City, drive 12 miles east on US Highway 50.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 75ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 34ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| daytonsp@parks.nv.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 867-3001 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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