Ward Mtn. Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, NV · ≈119.6 mi to Elko
Sites
33
Max rig
40 ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
119.6 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Smaller rigs and trailers
  • Tent campers
  • Hikers and bikers
  • Wildlife viewing enthusiasts
  • Pets and their owners

✕ Not ideal for

  • Large RVs and big rigs
  • Campers needing hookups
  • ADA accessibility required

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
VerizonLTE
AT&T5G
T-Mobile5G

What's here

22 Standards (no Hookups)
8 Rvs (no Hookups)
3 Group Standard Areas (no Hookups)3 separate group reservations · largest capacity: 100 people
Rig compatibility

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Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedDrinking waterGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesPit toiletsShade
Activities
BikingCampingDay Use AreaHikingWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Workable for mid-size rigsRig fit
Easy to reachAccess
Minimal servicesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Elko, ~119.6 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: NFS

Overview

Overview Ward Mountain Recreation Area and Campground sits in the shadow of its namesake, just 10 miles southwest from the city of Ely, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Many trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Recreation Ward Mountain and the surrounding area offers miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Many of the trails offer scenic views of the surrounding high desert terrain. Facilities This campground offers single-family campsites and three large group sites that can accommodate up to 100 or more people. Multiple access points for trails are found throughout the campground with the main trailhead located at the eastern most side. All campsites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings and grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided, but there is no electricity. A campground host is on-site during the peak summer season. Natural Features Ward Mountain is the highest point in the Egan Range, topping out near 10,800 feet. The campground is well below the summit, but sits high above the desert floor below. A forest of pinyon pine and juniper trees covers the area, offering partial shade and privacy between campsites. Nearby Attractions Comins Lake is about 13 miles from the campground offering boating and fishing for trout and bass. Cave Lake State Park is less than 20 miles away, with opportunities for boating and fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park is 26 miles away, with interesting historic stone ovens and an interpretive trail. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides. Stop by the Chamber of Commerce for more information on local events and sites.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Developed campground