Toquima Cave Campground, Austin, NV

Austin-Tonopah Ranger District

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Free Camping Near Austin, NV

Toquima Cave Campground is a free, developed campground offered by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. There are five campsites including one large group site. It's located along NF-001, about 6.4 miles west of the intersection with State Route 82 (Belmont Road), and about 30 miles from the town of Austin.

Authority

Austin-Tonopah Ranger District logo

Austin-Tonopah Ranger District

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

District Office

Tel: (775) 482-6286

Official campground webpage

Particulars

GPS: 39.1832, -116.7918

Elevation: 7,851 feet

Reservations: First come, first served

Camping Fee: None

Permit: None

Max stay: 14 days

Amenities: Picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilet

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Camping at Toquima Cave Campground

Generally open May to October as weather and conditions allow, Toquima Cave Campground offers a base camp for hikers wishing to see Toquima Cave and its colorful pictographs painted by ancient Shoshones.

Spencers Hot Springs is only 11.3 miles to the north, another popular destination.

The best route to this campground is from Austin, by taking NV-376 south, and then a quick turn to the east along NF-001 (Forest Road 44001). Continue for 17.9 miles to the campground. The route in this way is firm-packed, well-graded gravel, suitable for any 2WD vehicle.

Campsites at Toquima Cave Campground are small, but can still handle small trailers no larger than 20 feet.

Other Campsites Within 20 Miles Radius

Associated Documents

Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 1, Overview, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024
Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 2, Northwest, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024
Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 3, Northeast, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024
Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 4, Southwest, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024
Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 5, South & Southeast, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024
Motor Vehicle Use Map, Page 6, Southwest, Jefferson Detail, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 2024

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