San Juan Cua Campground

Open

Generally open May through October as weather and conditions allow. No reservations required. No fees. No water or restrooms on site. 14-day camping limit within any 30-day period applies.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 12:13AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

12:13 AM — 5:00 PM

ESFLKN A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce heavy rainfall and localized flooding. Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flow. Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 1:46PM PDT by NWS Elko NV

October 8th, 1:46 PM — 5:30 AM

ESFLKN A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce heavy rainfall and localized flooding. Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flow. Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.

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

San Juan Cua Campground is a dispersed camping area located 31 miles south of Austin in the Toiyabe Range of central Nevada. The campground occupies an open setting with expansive canyon views and serves hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians accessing the Toiyabe Crest National Recreation Trail via the San Juan Trailhead. The area is popular for backpacking trips along the 62-mile Toiyabe Crest Trail. This is a primitive site with no developed facilities, no potable water, and no restrooms. Campers must be fully self-sufficient and pack out all trash. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash, and equestrians must use certified weed-free hay. The access road follows portions of the historic Austin-Grantsville Stage Route, which operated from 1861 to 1866. The campground sees light use and offers solitude in a high-desert environment typical of the Basin and Range province.

Directions

31 miles south of Austin via SR 722, County Road 21, and FR 016.

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) 964-2671

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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