Desert Creek Campground

Open

Open seasonally from late May through early October, weather and conditions permitting. This is a primitive, first-come, first-served campground with no fees and no reservations. No water, restrooms, or trash service are available. Creek crossings on the access road may be challenging in early or late season.

Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 11:23AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV

11:23 AM — 9:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Reno NV has issued a Red Flag Warning in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM PDT Saturday. * 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 11 AM to 9 PM PDT Saturday. * 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 9 at 12:47PM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV

12:47 PM — October 10th, 11:00 PM

* 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.

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

Desert Creek Campground is a remote, primitive camping area in Nevada's Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, managed by the Bridgeport Ranger District. Situated along Desert Creek at an elevation where Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines provide partial shade, the campground offers a true backcountry experience with no fees, no developed facilities, and no services. The creek is stocked with rainbow, brown, and brook trout, making this a worthwhile destination for anglers willing to venture off the beaten path. OHV and ATV users will find miles of backroads to explore in the surrounding area. Hiking and horseback riding are also popular activities. Campers must be fully self-sufficient: bring all water, pack out all trash, and come prepared for primitive conditions. The access road includes creek crossings that are not recommended during high water in early season or low clearance in late season, though four-wheel drive is not required under normal conditions.

Directions

From Highway 395 south in Bridgeport, drive 11 miles on Highway 182 (becomes Highway 338 in Nevada). Continue on 338 for approximately 10 miles. Turn left at Risue Canyon Road (Forest Road 050) and travel approximately 7 miles to Desert Creek Road. Veer right onto Desert Creek Road (Forest Road 027) and travel another 2 miles to the campground on the left.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed —
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (775) 331-6444

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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