Amenities offered in the campground
Open

Open seasonally from end of May through mid-October, weather and conditions permitting. Currently open first-come-first-served at $5/night. Water may not be available until later in the season.

Flood Watch issued October 9 at 12:43PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

12:43 PM — October 10th, 5:45 AM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall and debris flows is possible. * WHERE...Portions of eastern, northeast, and south central Nevada, including the following areas, in eastern Nevada, White Pine. In northeast Nevada, Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range in Elko, South Central Elko and Southeastern Elko. In south central Nevada, Northeastern Nye and Northwestern Nye. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. In addition, flash flooding is possible over recently burned areas like the former Ward Fire, Kearny Fire, Oxley Fire, Secret Pass Fire, Star Valley Fire, Jones Fire, and Egberts Fire. Other burn scar locations in the watch area could also be affected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep moisture from decaying Hurricane Rachel is expected to move northward, crossing into portions of east-central and eastern Nevada late Saturday night through roughly Monday. This significant moisture will interact with upper level low pressure to bring widespread showers with isolated thunderstorms to the watch area. Moderate to locally heavy rain will cause excessive runoff and may result in rock, mud, and debris flows in and near former fire burned areas, steep terrain, and poorly drained urban areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 11:21AM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

11:21 AM — October 10th, 5:30 AM

* WHAT...South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...White Pine, Southeastern Elko, Northeastern Nye, and Northwestern Nye Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Strong winds Saturday afternoon could cause blowing dust to reduce visibility to one mile or less in spots.

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

East Creek Campground is located high on the slopes of the Schell Creek Range in the Duck Creek Basin, about 20 miles from Ely, Nevada. Sitting at 7,400 feet elevation in an alder, pinyon, and juniper forest, the campground offers 12 newly improved campsites, each equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and grills. Three vault toilets serve the area. East Creek, a perennial stream, runs directly through the picnic area, attracting birds during spring and summer. This is a primitive, pack-it-in-pack-it-out facility with no potable water, hookups, or trash service. The Ranger Trail, a designated OHV trail that also accommodates hiking and mountain biking, can be accessed directly from the campground. The 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive is nearby, offering views of high desert and mountain terrain. Nearby attractions include Cave Lake State Park and Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park, both a few miles from Ely. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides.

Directions

From Ely, travel north on Highway 93 to the town of McGill. Continue north approximately 3 miles on Highway 93 to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff. Proceed east on Duck Creek Basin Road and turn left at the sign for East Creek Campground. Approximately 20 miles from Ely.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $5

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (775) 289-3031

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Amenities offered in the campground
View from the middle of the campground, looking at the High Schells Wilderness.
View of the High Schells Wilderness above the campground.
Restrooms located within the campground.

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