South Ruby Campground

Open

One loop is open year-round first-come-first-served. The full campground operates May through November, with reservations available Memorial Day through Labor Day via Recreation.gov. Drinking water and garbage service available during summer season only.

Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 9:35AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV

9:35 AM — October 10th, 3:45 AM

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 11 PM PDT SATURDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND ACTIVE WILDFIRES FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 437, 438, 469, AND 470... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and active wildfires, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 437 Humboldt County-Quinn, Fire Weather Zone 438 W Elko County, N Eureka and Lander Counties N of I80, Fire Weather Zone 469 Central Elko County and Fire Weather Zone 470 Eastern Elko County. * Wind...Sustained winds up to 15-25 mph, gusts 25-30 mph this afternoon. Sustained winds up to 20-25 mph, gusts 35-40 mph Saturday. * Humidity...Humidity as low as 10-15% today. 20-25% Saturday. * Highest Threat...Highest threat will be in fire zones 437 and 469 due to active wildfires in the area along with high winds. * Impacts...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. High winds may impact active wildfires to spread further. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 9:35AM PDT until October 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV

9:35 AM — October 10th, 3:45 AM

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 11 PM PDT SATURDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND ACTIVE WILDFIRES FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 437, 438, 469, AND 470... The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and active wildfires, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 437 Humboldt County-Quinn, Fire Weather Zone 438 W Elko County, N Eureka and Lander Counties N of I80, Fire Weather Zone 469 Central Elko County and Fire Weather Zone 470 Eastern Elko County. * Wind...Sustained winds up to 15-25 mph, gusts 25-30 mph this afternoon. Sustained winds up to 20-25 mph, gusts 35-40 mph Saturday. * Humidity...Humidity as low as 10-15% today. 20-25% Saturday. * Highest Threat...Highest threat will be in fire zones 437 and 469 due to active wildfires in the area along with high winds. * Impacts...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. High winds may impact active wildfires to spread further. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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.

About

South Ruby Campground is situated at 6,000 feet elevation at the base of the Ruby Mountains in northeastern Nevada's Ruby Valley. The campground overlooks Ruby Lake and borders the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, one of the most significant waterfowl nesting areas in the Great Basin. A pinyon pine and juniper forest covers the area, providing good privacy between sites with partial shade. The refuge is home or a stopover for over 220 bird species, with notable populations of canvasback ducks, trumpeter swans, greater sandhill cranes, and sage grouse. Mule deer and pronghorn antelope frequent the area. Ruby Lake offers fishing for largemouth bass and several trout species. The campground sits along the historic Hastings Cutoff route, near the Pony Express Trail and Fort Ruby historic site with its interpretive trail. The southern trailhead for the Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail at Green Mountain is within driving distance. Dirt and gravel roads from Harrison Pass and Overland Pass provide routes for OHVs, jeeps, and mountain bikes. The Ruby Lake NWR headquarters is two miles north and offers visitor information.

Directions

From Wells, NV, travel 28.3 miles south on US-93, then turn right onto NV-229W for 14.1 miles. Continue onto NV-767S for 35.2 miles. Campground will be on the right.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $17 - $34

Vehicle

Max RV Length 50ft
Max Trailer Length 50ft
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (775) 752-3357

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

South Ruby Campground Site 3
South Ruby Restroom

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