Ward Mtn. Campground
Open for the season but experiencing a temporary water outage. Campers must bring all drinking water needed for their visit. The campground operates from late May through mid-October, weather permitting. Reservations are available via Recreation.gov from mid-May through late September; first-come-first-served sites may be available outside the reservation window.
From Recreation.gov
Our facility is experiencing a temporary water outage. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
About
Ward Mountain Campground occupies a scenic spot in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, nestled below the highest point in the Egan Range at 10,800 feet. The campground itself sits at 7,400 feet, surrounded by pinyon pine and juniper that provide partial shade and natural screening between sites. Located just 10 miles southwest of Ely off Highway 6 at Murray Summit, it serves as a convenient base for exploring eastern Nevada's high desert terrain. The campground has 33 individual sites and three group areas. Individual sites accommodate tents and RVs, with nine back-in and three pull-through RV sites available. All sites include picnic tables, campfire rings, and BBQ grills. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided throughout. Recreational amenities include a volleyball court, horseshoe pit, and a historic amphitheater. Group sites feature large shade canopies, concrete gathering areas, and an underground BBQ roasting facility. Trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding radiate from the campground. Comins Lake lies 13 miles away with trout and bass fishing, while Cave Lake State Park offers boating and fishing within 20 miles. Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park and the Nevada Northern Railway in Ely provide additional day-trip options. Off-highway vehicles are permitted only on the main campground road.
Directions
From Ely, travel south on Highway 6 for 10 miles. Turn left just before Murray Summit at the sign for the recreation area. From Las Vegas, travel north on Highway 93 for about 86 miles to the junction with State Route 318, then follow SR-318 north for 124 miles to Murray Summit and turn right at the recreation area sign.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 24ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 24ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (775) 289-3031 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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