Discover the best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Wells, Nevada with campfires

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Wells

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Ethereal Ranch

51 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Osino, NV

22 miles from the city of Elko, remote enough to enjoy the peace and quiet, while just a short car ride to the town of Ryndon that can provide you with all of your essentials. Hundreds of acres of land to keep you busy with incredible outdoor activities. Set up your camp and enjoy your stay! Stunning views of the ruby mountain range in addition to being home to the state's only population of mountain goats, the Rubies are also home to Nevada's largest mule deer herd. All funds go to our animal sanctuary under the Ethereal Ranch Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, ranch operations and development. Animals are free-ranged and may include but not limited to livestock, domestic and exotic rescued animals.

Post 6 Ranch

6 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Ocala, NV

2.07 acres with private river access to the humboldt river. Surrounded by the beautiful Ruby mountains and 9 local hot springs with miles and miles of hiking and atv trails. Unit 1 block 4 of the river valley ranches with private river access for fishing, hunting with proper permits okay as well. Beautiful area. * Very primitive!! No lights on property, no signs as of yet. Two acres of uncleared land, with River access. Please be prepared to camp.

Conrad Creek Yurt

1 site · Lodging120 acres · Osino, NV

The Conrad Creek Yurt was built in 2015. The yurt is family owned and part of the business Ruby Mountain Helicopter Skiing which was established in 1977. Ruby runs out of the brand new lodge facility Ruby 360 Lodge. The yurt is located on 120 private acres at the base of the Ruby Mountains. The yurt is located feet from the year- round flowing Conrad Creek. The yurt is fully furnished with comfortable sleeping accommodations, full solar lights and power, propane fireplace and dual burning stove, a propane fireplace and a separate bathroom structure with clean waste toilet system. Learn more about this land:The Conrad Creek yurt is located on 120 acres of Ruby Mountain Helicopter Skiing private ground at the base of Conrad Creek at 7,000 feet in the Ruby Mountains. Enjoy a beautiful setting in an aspen forest with Conrad Creek running year-round, feet from the yurt door. This yurt is vehicle accessible. The 24-foot yurt has solar lights and power, a leather couch, a futon, oven, 2 burner propane stove, propane fireplace, full kitchen gear set-up with various cookware and utensils. The Conrad Creek yurt accommodates up to 4 campers. Guests are responsible for bringing their own bedding (pillows & blankets) and food, unless paying for a catering package.

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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Mono City, California

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River, stream, or creek camping near Wells with campfires guide

Overview

With its convenient location at the intersection of I-80 and US-93, the small town of Wells in northeast Nevada is certainly easy to get to, though often just in passing. Visitors who linger will find the headwaters of the Humboldt River, hidden hot springs, luxury guest ranches, scenic driving routes, miles of hiking, biking, and off-roading trails, plenty of fishing, hunting, and wildlife, and easy access to mountains, forests, and wilderness terrain ripe for outdoor exploration. Campers will find diverse options in and around Wells, from in-town RV parks to nearby forest-service and BLM campgrounds, and plenty of wilderness and backcountry.

Where to go

Angel Lake, East Humboldt and Ruby Mountains

Campers can drive from Wells along the vista-filled 13-mile Angel Lake Scenic Byway to the Angel Lake Recreation Area for hiking, backpacking, wildlife spotting, fishing, and paddling around Angel Lake in the East Humboldt Mountains of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The seasonal Angel Creek Campground and Angel Lake Recreation Area offer sites for both tent and RV campers. Further south, the Ruby Mountains offer additional opportunities for outdoor recreation and four developed campgrounds. Or head into the backcountry to pitch a tent.

North to Idaho

Head north across the Nevada-Idaho border for the wide plains, river canyons and a wide range of outdoor activities. Explore the Snake River, Snake River Canyon, and Shoshone Falls around Twin Falls, Idaho or head into the wilderness for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and hunting in the south hills of the Sawtooth National Forest, where several developed campgrounds are available for tent and RV campers.

Bonneville Salt Flats

For speed enthusiasts, the Bonneville Salt Flats just over the Nevada-Utah border is a must-visit, particularly in late summer and early fall when several speed events are held. The surreal salt flats also draw photographers, adventurers, and outdoor enthusiasts. There’s no parking on the salt flats itself, but dispersed parking is available along the access road, and at the Lost Boys Peak and the Rishel Peak campsites. RV parks can also be found around West Wendover.

When to go

Spring, summer, and fall offer pleasant weather for exploring outdoors. Visit in spring for dazzling wildflower displays and fall for colorful foliage around Angel Lake and Lamoille Canyon. The Angel Lake Scenic Byway is usually open from June to October. Many campgrounds are also closed over the winter, though opportunities for winter and snow sports are available. The Bonneville Speed Week is held in August, with several other speed events in September and October.