Herron's Nevada Campgrounds http://www.herronweb.com/cgnes/campgroundlistings.html Robert Herron reviews many Nevada campgrounds
The Nevada Tourism RV Page - Nevada Department of Transportation -
AA Roads Nevada - This site, created by road enthusiasts Andy Field and Alex Nitzman, is a tribute to the road. Through AARoads and AARoadtrips, they provide a pictorial journey along many of the highway corridors across the United States, as well as some worldwide locations. Ultimately, the goal is to provide a roadtrip photolog of every Interstate highway in the United States, as well as many primary and secondary highways in focus states.
Nevada BLM (http://www.nv.blm.gov/)
Plumas County News | Plumas County Resources |
Highways and Road resources http://members.cox.net/jdmount/highways.html
History of US highways http://www.us-highways.com/
Nevada State Parks | http://nevada.state-park.org/ | http://nvohwy.com/n/nvparks.htm | Lahontan State Recreation Area | Fort Churchill State Historic Park |
Free Campgrounds in Nevada (http://www.freecampgrounds.com/nevada.html)
California Central Sierra State Parks
California East Sierra State Parks
http://areas.wildernet.com/index.cfm
The BLM's Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Site is 24 miles east of Austin right along U.S. 50, and offers 14-days of free camping in its pinyon-pine and juniper-studded, 14-site campground with a wonderful view of the surrounding countryside. This is a very convienent, quiet stop for anyone heading east or west through Nevada on "the Loneliest Road in America." Pit toilets and drinking water are available. It's at 6,500 feet, so not a good stop in the winter, although the campground is open
About 25 miles east of town along U.S. 50 -- the "Loneliest road in America" according to Life Magazine (it's not) is Sand Mountain Recreation Area, where there's a free BLM campground right next door to a huge sand dune. But beware, this is a popular place for dune buggy enthusiasts, so bring your ear plugs. By the way, an old Pony Express station is nearby. Check it out -
The El Capitan Casino offers free overnight camping for RVers just a one-minute walk from the casino, which has 24-hour free coffee. A free dump station is provided. Fifteen miles north of Hawthorne. conveniently located along U.S. 95 and on the shore of Walker Lake, are two free Bureau of Land Management (BLM) campgrounds with magnificent views of the ancient lake
Washoe Lake State Park - The Sierra Nevada mountain range provide a beautiful backdrop for this park. The lakes in the park are used for sailing, water skiing, jet skiing and fishing. Or you can go horseback riding, picnicking, or hiking. A viewing tower provides a great place for nature study or bird watching over the wetlands. For more information contact: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 East Lake Blvd, Carson City, NV, 89704, (702) 687-4319.
Beaver Dam State Park
Belmont Courthouse Historic State Monument
Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park - Pronounced "ick-thee-o-sores", these creatures were ancient marine reptiles that swam in a warm inland sea which covered Nevada 225 million years ago. Visitors from around the world come to the park's Fossil House to see these recovered giant animal fossils on display. A nature trail connects the Fossil House to the campground. Hiking and picnicking are also popular. Seasonal tours relate the history of the area and the nearby mining town of Berlin. At 7000 feet elevation, this park prohibits travel during extreme winter weather, but is normally open all year. For more information contact: Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park, HC 61 Box 61200, Austin, NV 89310, (702) 964-2440.
Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area
Cathedral Gorge State Park - Dayton State Park Dayton State Park - Dayton is one of Nevada's first settlements. The remnants of Rock Point Mill, built in 1861, to process silver ore can still be seen. Birds watching is a favorite pastime by the Carson River which flows through the park. Fishing, camping, picnicking is also available. Located 12 miles east of Carson City on US Hwy 50. For more information contact: Dayton State Park, P.O. Box 412, Dayton, NV, 89403, (702) 687-5678.
Echo Canyon State Park
Floyd Lamb State Park
Grimes Point Archaeological Area - One of Nevada's best National Recreation Trails, Grimes Point is filled with intriguing rock writings and art of ancient Native American civilizations. This area was once covered by an ancient lake called Lake Lahontan. Over 8,000 years ago Grimes Point rose above the water and became inhabited. Indian petroglyphs and the rock surfaces where they are etched display many different styles. Scientists and archeologists disagree on the meanings of these petroglyphs but do concur that they are not a form of writing. Are they pictures of constellations? Perhaps maps to better hunting grounds? You can decide for yourself when you take the self-guided tour. The trail brochure is available at the site to help you explore the area. The site includes sheltered picnic tables, benches, a restroom and a paved parking lot. The trails have been upgraded to increase wheelchair accessibility. Located 12 miles east of Fallon. For more information contact: Greater Fallon Area Chamber of Commerce, 379 West Williams, Fallon, NV 89406. (702) 423-2544
Hidden Cave - This cave is one of the most important archeological digs currently being excavated. It has an exposed 21,000 year stratigraphy, providing fascinating clues to climate, geology and Native American culture that occurred here thousands of years ago. Due to the significant clues to our past unearthed here, the cave can only be explored with a Bureau of Land Management guide. Tours are provided on the second and fourth Saturday of every month. The cave is situated at the end of a half-mile walk up a narrow, dirt trail. The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs, crutches or unsupervised children. You caravan in your own vehicle out to the cave after meeting your guide at the Churchill County Museum, 1050 S. Maine Street at 9:30 am. And the cost is FREE! Group tours and Spanish-speaking guides can be arranged by calling the BLM at (702)885-6000. Located 1 mile north of Grimes Point. For more information contact: Greater Fallon Area Chamber of Commerce, 379 West Williams, Fallon, NV, 89406. (702) 423-2544
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park - Sandy beaches, boating, catch-and-release fishing, hiking and cross country skiing offer a wide variety of activities to visitors. The back country has horseback riding trails and two primitive campsites. Located 3 miles south of Incline Village on Star Route 28. For more information contact: Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, P.O. Box 8867, Incline Village, NV, 89452, (702) 831-0494.
Mormon Station State Historic Park - This is the site of Nevada's first non-native settlement. A replica of the old trading post built in 1851 stands in place of the original. A museum inside displays artifacts and relics of the wagon train days. Picnic sites and group use areas are available. The park is open from May through October. Located in Genoa, 12 miles south of Carson City off US Hwy 395 and Star Route 206. For more information contact: Mormon Station State Park, Genoa, NV, 89411, (702) 782-2590.
Rye Patch Recreation Area - A large reservoir created from the Humboldt River covers 11,000 acres of this park. Picnicking, fishing, boating, water skiing and camping are just a few of the popular activities here. Located 22 miles north of Lovelock on I 80. For more information contact: Rye Patch State Recreation Area, 2505 Rye Patch Reservoir Road, Lovelock, NV, 89419, (702) 538-7321.
Sand Mountain - You'll think you are in the Sahara Desert when visiting Sand Mountain. This 600 foot high mountain of sand is over two miles long and one mile wide. It could be the remanents of a beach from an ancient lake which once covered the area. It is located on Highway 50, 25 miles southeast of Fallon. For more information contact: Greater Fallon Area Chamber of Commerce, 379 West Williams, Fallon, NV, 89406, (702) 423-2544.
South Fork State Recreation Area - Rolling hills and beautiful meadows cover this 2200 acre recreation area. The South Fork reservoir is 1650 acres large. Camping, hunting, boating are some of the pastimes enjoyed here. The wildlife is abundant and the trophy size trout is common. There is also a bass fishery. The park is open all year but may be inaccessible during the winter months due to extreme cold and deep snow conditions. Located 16 miles south of Elko on State Route 228. For more information contact: South Fork State Recreation Area, HC 30 353-8, Elko, NV, 89801.
Stillwater Wildlife Management Area - A stopping point for thousands of migratory geese and ducks. For more information contact: Greater Fallon Area Chamber of Commerce, 379 West Williams Ave, Fallon, NV 89406, (702) 423-2544.
Walker Lake State Recreation Area - The ancestral home of the Paiute Indians, Walker Lake is well known for its great fishing. The 30 mile long lake was left over from a prehistoric inland sea which once covered the land here almost 10,000 years ago. Besides fishing, this recreation area offers boating, swimming and picnicking. Tables, grills and shade ramadas are available along the sandy beach. Cecil, a legendary sea monster, is rumored to call Walker Lake home. Located on US Hwy 95 11 miles north of Hawthorne. This park is open all year. For more information contact: Walker Lake State Recreation Area, Fallon Region Headquarters, 16799 Lahontan Dam, Fallon, NV, 89406, (702) 867-3001.
Wildhorse State Recreation Area - Wild Horse Reservoir is the center of this 120 acres recreation area nestled high in the mountains. This park is known for recording the state's lowest temperatures in the winter. Camping, picnicking, hunting, fishing and boating are available. The park is open all year but the extremely cold temperatures and deep snow levels make it a difficult access in the winter. Located 67 miles north of Elko on State Route 225. For more information contact: Wildhorse State Recreation Area, HC 31, Box 265, Elko, NV, 89801, (702) 758-6493.
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