River Camp
Open year-round. A Harmful Algal Bloom watch advisory is currently in effect for Lahontan Reservoir. Maximum stay is 14 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
River Camp is a semi-primitive campground situated along the Carson River within Lahontan State Recreation Area in Churchill County, Nevada. The 11 well-spaced sites sit on flat, high desert terrain with sparse vegetation, though some cottonwood trees near the river provide limited shade. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table, making it suitable for both tent camping and smaller RVs up to 30 feet. The campground offers a more secluded experience compared to the developed Beach #7 campground. Portable toilets are the only restroom facilities available at River Camp itself, though a sanitary dump station is located near the park entrances. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. The location provides easy access to Lahontan Reservoir's 69 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing, and water recreation. Reservations are available through ReserveNevada.com. Camping rates are $15 per vehicle per night for Nevada-registered vehicles and $20 for out-of-state vehicles. The maximum stay is 14 days within a 30-day period. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet.
Directions
Located on Highway 95A, approximately 8 miles south of Silver Springs, Nevada. The campground entrance is within Fort Churchill State Historic Park.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (775) 577-2226 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Lahontan State Recreation Area | |
| Lahontan SRA Park Rules |
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