Walker River State Recreation Area Group Campground

Open — Open year-round for reservations. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period. Access via 4 miles of dirt road from Highway 208.

Lake Wind Advisory issued March 14 at 1:05AM PDT until March 14 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV

1:05 AM — 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph for Walker Lake. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

About

The Group Campground at Walker River State Recreation Area is situated at the historic Pitchfork Ranch, approximately 12 miles south of Yerington in Lyon County. This reservation-only facility offers 6 RV sites equipped with water and electric hookups, designed to accommodate groups exploring one of Nevada's newest and largest state recreation areas. The park encompasses over 12,000 acres and nearly 30 miles of the East Walker River, donated to the State of Nevada by the Walker Basin Conservancy after being private ranch land for more than a century. The Pitchfork Ranch serves as the park headquarters and provides visitors with access to world-class fishing along the East Walker River, kayaking and floating opportunities, extensive hiking and biking trails, and exceptional wildlife viewing. The group picnic area can accommodate up to 60 people. Nearby amenities include a visitor center with exhibits on the area's colorful ranching history, restrooms, showers, and an RV dump station. The park is open year-round and enforces a 14-day camping limit within any 30-day period. Access requires traveling 4 miles on a dirt road from Highway 208.

Directions

From Yerington, head south on Highway 208 and turn left on East Walker Road. Continue for 4 miles on dirt road to the giant arch entrance of the Pitchfork Ranch. Follow signs to the Visitor Center and group campground.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups Yes
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $25

Vehicle

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

Contact

Email wrsra@parks.nv.gov
Phone +1 (775) 463-1609

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

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