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Bristlecone Pine in Great Basin National Park

Grey Cliffs Campground

Closed

Closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026 and operates through September 30, 2026. Subject to early closure due to winter weather. Loops A and C reservable via Recreation.gov up to six months in advance. No potable water available on site.

Flood Watch issued July 20 at 8:56AM PDT until July 21 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV

8:56 AM — July 21st, 11:00 AM

Monsoonal moisture will stream northward into most of Northern and Central Nevada Tuesday, with historically high atmospheric moisture content. The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce intense rainfall rates, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Most of Northern and Central Nevada. * WHEN...From 11 AM PDT Tuesday morning until 9 PM PDT Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce rainfall rates of around one inch per hour, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

About

Grey Cliffs Campground provides a quintessential Great Basin experience, tucked beneath towering limestone cliffs amid fragrant pinyon pine forest. The campground offers 10 individual tent sites in Loop A and 3 group sites in Loop C, each equipped with a picnic table and metal fire ring. Two ADA-accessible sites (A8 and C3) are located adjacent to accessible vault restrooms. This tent-only campground operates seasonally from late May through September, with reservations available up to six months in advance via Recreation.gov. There is no potable water on site; campers should fill containers at Lower Lehman Creek Campground or the Lehman Caves Visitor Center before arriving. Trash and recycling collection is provided seasonally. The campground's location makes it an excellent launching point for Great Basin's highlights. Reserve a guided tour of Lehman Caves with its rare shield formations, hike the Bristlecone Pine Trail to see trees over 5,000 years old, or drive to the Wheeler Peak trailhead for alpine lake views. The park's International Dark Sky designation means exceptional stargazing opportunities right from your campsite.

Directions

From U.S. Highway 6 & 50, turn south on Nevada State Highway 487 and travel 5 miles to Baker. In Baker, turn west on Highway 488 and travel 5 miles to the park entrance. The campground is located at the first left on Baker Creek Road.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $20 - $30

Vehicle

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

Contact

Email grba_interpretation@nps.gov
Phone +1 (775) 234-7331

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Bristlecone Pine in Great Basin National Park
Mountains of Great Basin National Park
Mt Washington at Great Basin National Park
Hiking trail in autumn
Johnson Lake
Boardwalk hike at top of the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive
Juniper Berries
Juniper Berries

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