The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
"The trail to Hidden forest starts off at Dead Mans Canyon trail head in the Nevada Wildlife Refuge."
GuideI did not have a reservation and found Ward Mountain Campground on Google maps. The road were well maintained. There were spots that accommodate group camping. No water , electric, or dumping station. There were bath rooms and a dumpster for getting rid of trash. The driveway for site parking was level. There were trees, camp fire ring, picnic table, and flat area for a tent. The view was beautiful. It was peaceful. My dog, Blueberry, and I spent one night. Neighbors were courteous.
TravelerMy rooftop tent couldn't withstand the wind so I had to relocate but if you have a set up that can handle very very intense wind, i highly reccomend this spot. I took the other entrance (one that has signs leading to the crater) and there was 2 sites directly on the edge of the crater.
GuideFree campsites along the reservoir, windy up on the high spots. Fire pits, picnic tables (some with shade) and wind fences. Great views, better for campervan or RV camping just because of the high wind and no pads, but you could do it. No cell coverage on sprint or Verizon while here.
GuideJuniper and pine. Loop B is far enough from the road that we didn’t hear the highway. Quiet, lots of space. Nice fire pits, grills, tables. No water. Great trails for hiking and biking.
TravelerThe trail to Hidden forest starts off at Dead Mans Canyon trail head in the Nevada Wildlife Refuge. The road to the trail head is rocky and warrants a high profile vehicle and spare tires, just in case of a flat. The trail itself is fairly rocky all the way to the cabin, but the scenery is amazing. There are 2 campsites, one about half way up to the cabin and then 2 at the cabin. There is water at the cabin but its really reserved for wildlife and the Creek bed should be used to filter your own. The cabin itself is really an amazing piece of history, built in the late 1800's by unknown. There are big horn sheep, mountain lions, lots of birds and reptiles to peek at if your quiet. (We were not as this was our first pack in/pack out trip). Plan to stay warm in the cabin if it's still cold at night, the wood stove works nicely. If you prefer the stars like us, dress warm or warm some rocks in the fire and wrap in a blanket in the tent. If you're looking for solitude this hike has it and its an amazing find right outside of Las Vegas.
TravelerRemote, lightly used, primitive sites. Signage is limited, have a good map. Need high clearance vehicle, but not true 4WD, branches will likely scratch the car a bit. Look for the rock pile fire pits as you get nearer the trail head. Only saw one other person, a hunter at 7AM heading to the trails. There are no pit toilets.
TravelerThe Ward Mountain Campground is nicely situated less than a mile off of Route 6, just 6 miles from Ely, NV. It is surrounded by dense juniper and pine. We are in campsite 26 in loop B. It has a bit of a view and you have to focus to hear any road sounds. It’s rather quiet here and sparsely populated in mid-October. The site tables and fire pit appears to be new. Bring your own water and other support needs. Some pull through and group sites. RV, trailers and tents accommodated. Cost is $8 regular/$4 for senior pass. The wind in the trees makes good music. The 5 star rating reflects the privacy afforded by the campground’s layout. Attached is a GPS snap as there are a few different numbers out there.
GuideThis is my second stay this year. With Las Vegas temps reaching 115, This is a beautiful respite with highs in the mid 80s. Well kept camp sites are also a welcome bonus. Bring your own water. Super clean restrooms too.
GuideI chose this campground as a stop over close to Highway 50 on our way to Utah from California.  It was a very nice little campground, very clean, and well-maintained. The host was very friendly as well. It was a nice area to walk around in. The only issue was the mosquitoes at dawn and dusk, but we took care of that by hanging out in our clamshell tent.
Tent camping near Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature, with a variety of sites that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful escape.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is Desert National Wildlife Range with a 4-star rating from 1 review.
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