Snake Creek Primitive Campgrounds
Closed for the season. Snake Creek Road is closed due to winter conditions. The road and campsites typically reopen in late spring or early summer depending on snowpack. Check the NPS current conditions page before visiting.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 12:43PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Elko NV
* 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
* 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.
About
Snake Creek Primitive Campgrounds provides a rugged, secluded camping experience on the less-traveled southeastern side of Great Basin National Park. The 12 designated campsites are scattered along the Snake Creek Road corridor, each offering a distinct setting among aspen groves with dramatic limestone cliff backdrops. Named sites include Monkey Rock, Squirrel Springs, Pinnacles, and Eagle Peak, while additional walk-in sites near Shoshone and Johnson Lake trails offer access to backcountry hiking. All sites are free and first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Vault toilets and seasonal trash collection are available. Each site accommodates up to 8 people, 3 tents, and 2 vehicles. Tents must be pitched within 30 feet of the site's picnic table or fire ring. Generator use is permitted from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Snake Creek Road is an unpaved, rough dirt road that closes seasonally due to snow. RVs and trailers are never recommended due to road conditions. High-clearance vehicles are advised. The maximum continuous stay is 14 days.
Directions
From Great Basin Visitor Center, turn right on Highway 487 before the Nevada/Utah border. Follow signs to Snake Creek Road. The unpaved road leads to the primitive campsites.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| grba_interpretation@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 234-7331 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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