White River Campground, Ely, NV

Free Camping Near Ely, NV

White River Campground is a free, developed campground offered by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, There are officially five (5) campsites, though there appears to be a couple of other previously-used campsites along the forest road. Sites here are small, suitable only for vans, SUVs, and pickup trucks, though trailers under 20 feet could fit in a couple of the sites.

Authority

Ely Ranger District

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

District Office

Tel: (775) 289-3031

Official campground webpage

Particulars

GPS: 38.9436, -115.3412

Elevation: 7,011 feet

Reservations: First come, first served

Camping Fee: None

Permit: None

Max stay: 14 days in any 30 day consecutive period

Amenities: Fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilet

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Camping at White River Campground

Popular among trout fishermen seeking catch from White River, this campground provides a convenient location with relatively easy access, located only 40 miles south west of Ely, NV.

Access begins along US-6, then branching off at White River Road and heading towards the mountains. This road becomes Forest Road 405. There are dozens of dispersed campsites along this road before reaching the campground, many of which are occupied by fisherman during the height of the spawning season.

Forest Road 405 is firm-packed gravel, suitable for any 2WD vehicle. While the campground is not large enough for most trailers and motorhomes, the road remains driveable for RVs, and there are many previously-used campsites before reaching the campground that can accommodate larger vehicles.