Discover the best mountainous campgrounds near Wells, Nevada

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Wells

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Montello Camp GFP

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Montello, NV

Camp on 10 acres in Montello, Nevada with your RV or tent. The bar, food, and gas are 17 minutes away. No water or power but cell service is good and again, town is super close by. You could walk if you needed to. Decent access via dirt road. There’s an RV park and motel close by if you run into trouble. Have fun fishing, skiing, biking, and exploring on high desert terrain! Close to Dake Reservoir & Dam, Bald Eagle Mountain, Nevada’s Rocky Butte, Pilot Peak, Murdock Mountain, and Toano Range. You can gamble at the bar, play pool, or sing karaoke if you go with a group. Get a hold of me if you want to explore together or need a guide (again on Air BnB, my FB messenger is too crowded). Host events; throw a party. Do whatever to your heart’s content as long as you respect the far away neighbors and the land.

Ethereal Ranch

50 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.

Rent RV Campsite In Elko Nevada

2 sites · RVs1 acres · Osino, NV

Special Offering 3 Days Free If the guest take nice legit pictures of the site and area for the listing. Learn more about this land: Rent land in Elko Nevada. Elko is 21 miles from Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains , with year round access to recreation including hiking, skiing and hunting with access to numerous alpine lakes. The city borders the Humboldt River. The Meadow Valley Ranchos subdivision is located less than 10 miles southwest of downtown Elko and offers incredible 360 degree mountain views. Being just outside of Elko, NV, you are remote enough to enjoy the life you want, while just a short car ride, bike or walk to the town that can provide you with all of your essentials. Within minutes of this property, there are thousands of acres of land to keep you busy with incredible outdoor activities. Set up your camp and enjoy! You can bring your RV camper or trailer. Then relax in the acre of land!

Roughin It At Rabbit Ears

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Spring Creek, NV

Rabbit Ears is located in Pleasant Valley at the base of the Ruby Mountains. Our property is about 2 miles from the turnoff to Lamoille Canyon and features amazing views of the Ruby range. The lot is entirely fenced so feel free to bring your well behaved 4 legged friends, just note that the neighbors have sheep so escape happy dogs may need some supervision. The site has water, electric, and sewer hookups if needed.

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RV Camping Near Murdock Mountain

1 site · RV10 acres · Montello, NV

Learn more about this land:This site is very close (2 Miles) to Montello, which has a couple bars and a Gas and Grocery. It's about an hour from West Wendover where you can gamble to your heart's content. The land itself is 10 acres and has a BLM dirt road which runs right through it, so it should be very accessible for RVs subject to weather conditions. It's a perfect spot to hike to the top of Murdock Mountain, which is about 10 miles (about 3.5 hours) to the peak. This is raw land with no improvements. The terrain may be rough so best to park with care and during daylight.For some drone footage, look up "APN 010-36F-048" on YouTube.

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Roughin It At Rabbit Ears

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Spring Creek, NV

Rabbit Ears is located in Pleasant Valley at the base of the Ruby Mountains. Our property is about 2 miles from the turnoff to Lamoille Canyon and features amazing views of the Ruby range. The lot is entirely fenced so feel free to bring your well behaved 4 legged friends, just note that the neighbors have sheep so escape happy dogs may need some supervision. The site has water, electric, and sewer hookups if needed.

Montello Camp GFP

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Montello, NV

Camp on 10 acres in Montello, Nevada with your RV or tent. The bar, food, and gas are 17 minutes away. No water or power but cell service is good and again, town is super close by. You could walk if you needed to. Decent access via dirt road. There’s an RV park and motel close by if you run into trouble. Have fun fishing, skiing, biking, and exploring on high desert terrain! Close to Dake Reservoir & Dam, Bald Eagle Mountain, Nevada’s Rocky Butte, Pilot Peak, Murdock Mountain, and Toano Range. You can gamble at the bar, play pool, or sing karaoke if you go with a group. Get a hold of me if you want to explore together or need a guide (again on Air BnB, my FB messenger is too crowded). Host events; throw a party. Do whatever to your heart’s content as long as you respect the far away neighbors and the land.

Ethereal Ranch

50 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.

Rent RV Campsite In Elko Nevada

2 sites · RVs1 acres · Osino, NV

Special Offering 3 Days Free If the guest take nice legit pictures of the site and area for the listing. Learn more about this land: Rent land in Elko Nevada. Elko is 21 miles from Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains , with year round access to recreation including hiking, skiing and hunting with access to numerous alpine lakes. The city borders the Humboldt River. The Meadow Valley Ranchos subdivision is located less than 10 miles southwest of downtown Elko and offers incredible 360 degree mountain views. Being just outside of Elko, NV, you are remote enough to enjoy the life you want, while just a short car ride, bike or walk to the town that can provide you with all of your essentials. Within minutes of this property, there are thousands of acres of land to keep you busy with incredible outdoor activities. Set up your camp and enjoy! You can bring your RV camper or trailer. Then relax in the acre of land!

RV Camping Near Murdock Mountain

1 site · RV10 acres · Montello, NV

Learn more about this land:This site is very close (2 Miles) to Montello, which has a couple bars and a Gas and Grocery. It's about an hour from West Wendover where you can gamble to your heart's content. The land itself is 10 acres and has a BLM dirt road which runs right through it, so it should be very accessible for RVs subject to weather conditions. It's a perfect spot to hike to the top of Murdock Mountain, which is about 10 miles (about 3.5 hours) to the peak. This is raw land with no improvements. The terrain may be rough so best to park with care and during daylight.For some drone footage, look up "APN 010-36F-048" on YouTube.

Desert oasis

22 sites · RVs10 acres · Montello, NV

Beautiful isolated land off the grid living my dream is to turn it into a free range farm/ permaculture food forest. There are Wild horses and lots of other wildlife.Learn more about this land:Beautiful desert oasis amazing views grass and sage brush, only about a hour away from Wendover. Shoot guns, ride motorcycles and four wheelers, pretty isolated no neighbors for miles enjoy the peace and quiet. Right next to 40 acres of BLM land. Cannabis and party friendly. Dirt roads some 2 wheel drive cars can drive there as long as there not too low to the ground. Camp by the silver Dodge Caliber.

Raw Retreat Repeat

15 sites · Tents5 acres · Montello, NV

Merdock Mountain side between a small town Named Montello When you are looking for a quite place in Elko This is peaceful. Small Town has a school with 15 kids and everyone knows town members by name. One bar serves food sometimes and one bar is closed sometimes. I'm looking to create a small community feeling with the 5 acres I will grow the trees and create a space that's safe.

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Cottonwood Ranch

17 sites · RVs, TentsJackpot, NV

Situated in the heart of Nevada’s Great Basin, Cottonwood is a fifth generation working horse and cattle ranch. For the last two decades the Smith family has opened their doors to guests from around the world. The wide-open space affords visitors the opportunity to set aside their busy lifestyles and reconnect with themselves and nature. Throughout the years Cottonwood Ranch has undergone many changes. Recently we have decided to step back from the dude ranch structure and provide a place for guests to camp and enjoy the surrounding environment on their own. It is a family operated ranch so young and the old can be found around the ranch engrossed in varies activities. Horses, dogs, cows, and a wide variety of birds are a given to be seen but you might get lucky and catch a glimpse of antelope, mule deer, elk, or even a moose.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent at Cottonwood Ranch in O'Neil Basin. Family owned and operated the 30 mile long dirt driveway is well worth the trip. The RV and campsites are located adjacent to the barnyard area. It is a very laid back, non- fancy, rustically ranch atmosphere. We invite you to share in what we call home and make your self at home during your stay. There are full service RV spots and available camping sites to pitch a tent. RV sites are $40/night and camping $20/night. The headquarters of the ranch is surrounded by private meadows used for livestock and wildlife throughout the year. Cottonwood Creak meanders along side the corral down through the heart of the meadows. Irrigation ditches run close by the camp sites which makes for a fun splash pad for the kiddos. Access to the wilderness trail-heads varies upon direction of drive, the longest perhaps a 1 1/2 hr drive to the boundary looking out across the Jarbidge Peaks. There is also miles upon miles of 2-track roads that traverse the foothills ideal for ATV use.Horses are usually wrangled out of the meadows everyday for various ranch work but you would have a chance to view the horses while in the corral. Upon inquiry during your stay there might be other activities going on such as helping feed orphaned calves, pet a horse, livestock sorting, etc.Dogs are a big part of the ranch. Most of the resident dogs are working livestock dogs border collie mix type dogs. They are all very friendly.

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The Field of Dreams campgrounds

10 sites · RVs, Tents54 acres · Montello, NV

Learn more about this land:This is the Field of Dreams Artists Community campground. Located east of Montello Nevada at the foot of the pilot mountain range. There are thousands of acres of hiking and camping. Rock climbing and mineral exploration.

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High Desert Escape

1 site · Tent40 acres · Wells, NV

My 40-acre property has a convenient dirt road running right through it, and you get it all to yourself. The area is beautiful and the terrain is stunning with views of several mountain peaks. It's located just outside of Deeth, NV and about an hour either from Elko or Wells. If you're seeking a bit of peaceful solace, this just might be the place for you. This is raw land, with lots of sagebrush around. You might have to hunt around for a place to park and camp. You're more than welcome to clear any of the vegetation and make your own spot as well.

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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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RV Camping Near Murdock Mountain

1 site · RV10 acres · Montello, NV

Learn more about this land:This site is very close (2 Miles) to Montello, which has a couple bars and a Gas and Grocery. It's about an hour from West Wendover where you can gamble to your heart's content. The land itself is 10 acres and has a BLM dirt road which runs right through it, so it should be very accessible for RVs subject to weather conditions. It's a perfect spot to hike to the top of Murdock Mountain, which is about 10 miles (about 3.5 hours) to the peak. This is raw land with no improvements. The terrain may be rough so best to park with care and during daylight.For some drone footage, look up "APN 010-36F-048" on YouTube.

Montello Camp GFP

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Montello, NV

Camp on 10 acres in Montello, Nevada with your RV or tent. The bar, food, and gas are 17 minutes away. No water or power but cell service is good and again, town is super close by. You could walk if you needed to. Decent access via dirt road. There’s an RV park and motel close by if you run into trouble. Have fun fishing, skiing, biking, and exploring on high desert terrain! Close to Dake Reservoir & Dam, Bald Eagle Mountain, Nevada’s Rocky Butte, Pilot Peak, Murdock Mountain, and Toano Range. You can gamble at the bar, play pool, or sing karaoke if you go with a group. Get a hold of me if you want to explore together or need a guide (again on Air BnB, my FB messenger is too crowded). Host events; throw a party. Do whatever to your heart’s content as long as you respect the far away neighbors and the land.

Roughin It At Rabbit Ears

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Spring Creek, NV

Rabbit Ears is located in Pleasant Valley at the base of the Ruby Mountains. Our property is about 2 miles from the turnoff to Lamoille Canyon and features amazing views of the Ruby range. The lot is entirely fenced so feel free to bring your well behaved 4 legged friends, just note that the neighbors have sheep so escape happy dogs may need some supervision. The site has water, electric, and sewer hookups if needed.

Desert oasis

22 sites · RVs10 acres · Montello, NV

Beautiful isolated land off the grid living my dream is to turn it into a free range farm/ permaculture food forest. There are Wild horses and lots of other wildlife.Learn more about this land:Beautiful desert oasis amazing views grass and sage brush, only about a hour away from Wendover. Shoot guns, ride motorcycles and four wheelers, pretty isolated no neighbors for miles enjoy the peace and quiet. Right next to 40 acres of BLM land. Cannabis and party friendly. Dirt roads some 2 wheel drive cars can drive there as long as there not too low to the ground. Camp by the silver Dodge Caliber.

Rent RV Campsite In Elko Nevada

2 sites · RVs1 acres · Osino, NV

Special Offering 3 Days Free If the guest take nice legit pictures of the site and area for the listing. Learn more about this land: Rent land in Elko Nevada. Elko is 21 miles from Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains , with year round access to recreation including hiking, skiing and hunting with access to numerous alpine lakes. The city borders the Humboldt River. The Meadow Valley Ranchos subdivision is located less than 10 miles southwest of downtown Elko and offers incredible 360 degree mountain views. Being just outside of Elko, NV, you are remote enough to enjoy the life you want, while just a short car ride, bike or walk to the town that can provide you with all of your essentials. Within minutes of this property, there are thousands of acres of land to keep you busy with incredible outdoor activities. Set up your camp and enjoy! You can bring your RV camper or trailer. Then relax in the acre of land!

Mountainous camping near Wells 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.