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East Creek Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Ely · Nevada · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters |
| Location | Ely · Nevada · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters · 39.49670, -114.65480 · Map |
| Sites | 12 public sites counted from the federal listing — 12 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 12 sites Water hookups at 0 of 12 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 12 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 12 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Phone | 775-289-3031 Ely Ranger District |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Located high on the slopes of the Schell Creek Range in the Duck Creek Basin, sitting in the middle of an alder, pinyon and juniper forest, East Creek Campground offers a wide range of recreation opportunities to the forest visitor. Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding are just some of the popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area. Elevation is 7,400 feet, located approximately 20 miles from Ely, Nevada.
Recreation The Ranger Trail can be accessed from this campground. The Ranger Trail is a designated OHV trail that also accommodates hiking and mountain biking use as well. The 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive is also in the area, with views of high desert and mountain terrain.
Facilities The campground has 12 newly improved sites and 3 vault toilets. All sites have picnic and serving tables, campfire rings and grills.
Water is not provided at this campground. This is a "pack it in, pack it out" facility.
Natural Features East Creek, a perennial stream, runs directly through the picnic area and many birds make it their home during the spring and summer seasons.
Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (775) 289-3031. Nearby Attractions Cave Lake State Park and Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park are both a few miles from Ely. Interesting historic stone ovens and an interpretive trail are available there. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides.
Charges & Cancellations All change and cancellation requests should be done through Recreation.gov.
Directions, from the listing
The East Creek Campground is located approximately 20 miles from Ely, Nevada. Travel north on Highway 93 to the town of McGill. From McGill, go north approximately 3 miles on Highway 93 to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff. Proceed east on Duck Creek Basin Road and turn left at the sign for East Creek Campground.
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Trip Card — East Creek Campground
Ely · Nevada · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Ely · Nevada · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 12 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10299322 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.