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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest › Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District › Utah
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Campsite #28 at Thomas Canyon Campground, UT
$19
Campsite #28
| 8 people | |
| 25 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | poor |
5/26
5/31
Campsite #28 Features: Back-In parking, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (6)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 67% |
| 4 star | | 33% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@SusanH8664991 · Camped on Jun 25, 2024 at Campsite #28
This was our first time visiting the Ruby Mountains and Lamoille Canyon in N. Nevada. There are two campgrounds in this section of the Ruby Mountains - the main one (and only one open at the end of June) is Thomas Canyon Campground, about a 45 minute drive from Elko. It is a hidden gem - a smallish campground with secluded, campsites, many of them situated along Thomas Creek or its tributary creeks. The beautiful canyon walls and cliffs loom above the campground and the sunset, alpen glow on the high peaks are nothing less than stunning. We spent three enjoyable nights/two and half days at Thomas Canyon Campground. On our first morning, we hiked to Lamoille Lake on the stock trail (may be difficult for some hikers due to the multiple stream crossings and in late June, some snow fields). On our second morning, we hiked the easier trail to Island Lake, hoping to spot the elusive Himalayan Snowcock despite our late start. Both hikes are short ( a mile and half each way) but with considerable elevation gain (being acclimated to the higher elevations here is helpful). These glacier-carved small lakes above 8,000 feet elevations are scenic and well worth the effort. And, if one is familiar with any of the steep, switch-back trails on the flanks of the eastern Sierra Nevada, the Island Lake Trail at least is relatively easy in comparison.We experienced thunder and lightning storms two of the three nights during our visit. Two locals we encountered on our hike to Island Lake commented that such rain events were a bit unusual. Fortunately, the days were sunny and not too hot during our stay. One other factoid that might be surprising to some - there are no bears in the Ruby Mountains, or so we were told by others. Bears inhabiting areas to the north or south would have to cross large expanses of the Great Basin desert to get here without any appreciable sources of food. Hence, no need for storing food in bear lockers!
@RonnieB2341809 · Camped on Jun 6, 2024 at Campsite #28
there needs to be more information about the size of the RV spaces. Even though we picked one that was allegedly the right length according to the map, it was impossible to back our trailer into it be cause of the approach angle of the campground road and the bushes.
@DaleK1617325 · Camped on Jul 10, 2023 at Campsite #28
Beautiful location. C loop has the best private sites. I prefer dispersed camping but this location is so beautiful I will be returning for max stay.
@ToddK2697433 · Camped on Jun 14, 2023 at Campsite #28
First time visiting the Lamoille Canyon and staying at Thomas Canyon Campground. We were in awe driving in and really appreciated the rare snow melt that made the creeks turn to rivers and the local flora bloom! Camp hosts were full of local knowledge and eager to help. Our experience c e made some great memories. We can't wait to go back!
@BrianL166 · Camped on Sep 10, 2021 at Campsite #28
Great location. Dry camping. Awesome trail head that starts in the campground--the road to the upper trails was closed due to slide/washout activity.
@LoriB528 · Camped on Sep 27, 2020 at Campsite #28
The Thomas Canyon Campground is the perfect location for exploring Lamoille Canyon. The sites are spaced far enough apart for privacy and the views are incredible. Bathrooms were very clean and well stocked.
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