Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Sun Valley, NV
Nestled in the stunning backdrop of the Ruby Mountains, Sun Valley, NV offers a diverse array of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. For those seeking the comforts of home on the road, popular RV parks like the Ruby Valley Lodge provide convenient amenities and easy access to picturesque hiking trails. Adventurers can also pitch their tents at well-maintained campgrounds such as the South Fork State Recreation Area, where lush landscapes and stunning lake views await. For a more secluded experience, dispersed camping is permitted in designated areas within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, allowing campers to immerse themselves in the tranquil wilderness and stunning alpine vistas. Regardless of your camping style, the region's high desert terrain, with its dramatic canyons and vibrant wildflower displays, promises unforgettable outdoor exploration. Experience the serenity of Sun Valley and create lasting memories in its breathtaking natural environment.
Mount Rose Campground is located in the Carson Ranger District, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (40 min northwest of Carson City, NV) with an elevation of 8,904 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid September. 18 sites can accommodate RVs between 26 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $55.00. Activities include biking, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Frenchman Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (45 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,627 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $38.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cottonwood Creek Campground is located in the Sierraville Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (57 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,651 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Chilcoot Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (38 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,122 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 47 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $34.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Logger Campground is located in the Truckee Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (53 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,998 feet. There are a total of 202 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. 198 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $23.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, swimming, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cottonwood (Chilcoot) Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (50 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,092 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 67 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $34.00 to $140.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Upper Little Truckee Campground is located in the Sierraville Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (46 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,172 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $66.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Boca Spring Campground is located in the Truckee Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (35 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,802 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $66.00. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Spring Creek Campground is located in the Beckwourth Ranger District, Plumas National Forest (45 min northwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,632 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $38.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lower Little Truckee Campground is located in the Sierraville Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (46 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,141 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Cold Creek Campground is located in the Sierraville Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (54 min west of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,694 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. 2 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Boca Campground is located in the Truckee Ranger District, Tahoe National Forest (34 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,669 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Splitrock Campground is part of Donner Memorial State Park in California (41 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,952 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. 41 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 28 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Ridge Campground is part of Donner Memorial State Park in California (39 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 5,946 feet. There are a total of 46 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 28 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Tahoe Campground is part of Tahoe State Recreation Area in California (53 min southwest of Reno, NV) with an elevation of 6,271 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 17 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 21 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
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