Best Campgrounds near Verdi, NV

Camping options near Verdi, Nevada include both established campgrounds and RV resorts catering to different preferences and needs. The Gold Ranch Casino & RV Resort and Reno KOA at Boomtown Casino provide convenient accommodations for RV travelers, while more natural settings can be found at nearby locations like Lookout Campground in California, approximately 10 miles from Verdi. Most developed campgrounds in the area offer amenities such as drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings, with many RV parks providing full hookups including electric, sewer, and water connections.

Road conditions and accessibility vary significantly depending on the specific camping area, particularly for more remote locations. One camper described their experience at Lookout Campground: "This site is really close to Reno, except for the time it takes on the dirt road. We went in one way and out the other. Our way in was from 395 at Bordertown north of Reno on Long Valley Road. Once on the dirt the first couple of miles were bad washboard." Travelers should be prepared for rough roads when accessing more remote campgrounds, especially those in the surrounding national forest areas. Weather conditions can impact accessibility, with some roads becoming impassable during winter months or after heavy rainfall. Most established campgrounds near Verdi operate year-round, though amenities may be limited during colder seasons.

Campers frequently mention the contrast between casino-adjacent RV parks and more natural camping areas in the region. The Reno KOA at Boomtown receives moderate ratings, with one visitor noting, "This campground is located right below the boomtown casino in Verdi, NV. It's a well maintained ground. And pretty quiet. Several long-term sites in the back." For those seeking more natural surroundings, campgrounds like Lookout offer opportunities for hiking and outdoor recreation, though with more limited facilities. Cell service can be spotty in more remote locations, with visitors reporting intermittent coverage at best. Wildlife sightings are common in the area, particularly in campgrounds farther from urban development. Campgrounds closer to Interstate 80 tend to experience more road noise but offer easier access to services in Reno and Verdi.

Best Camping Sites Near Verdi, Nevada (265)

    1. Sparks Marina RV Park

    25 Reviews
    Sparks, NV
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 851-8888

    "Close to the Sparks marina if you want to walk, but we were here for the Nugget rib cook-off. Just not sure on the all the rules as it seems some are followed some you can ignore."

    "Very clean away from the freeway. We paid about $47 for one night for our truck camper with a veteran's discount."

    2. Gold Ranch Casino & RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Verdi, NV
    2 miles
    +1 (877) 914-6789

    "Nestled against the Eastern Sierras, on the Cal/Nev. border. Restaurant in the casino temp."

    "The units themselves were a little tight (except the ADA one) and even though there were hooks, there was a round stool instead of a bench. The shower had good water pressure and hot water."

    3. Reno KOA at Boomtown Casino

    13 Reviews
    Verdi, NV
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 345-2444

    "This campground is located right below the boomtown casino in Verdi, NV. It's a well maintained ground. And pretty quiet. Several long-term sites in the back."

    "Easy access to Reno."

    4. Logger Campground

    13 Reviews
    Floriston, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 587-3558

    $23 - $75 / night

    "Right next to the water, and close to town. Cell phone reception. is spotty ."

    "It was late and we couldn't find the owner so we ended up staying outside the park on the road. The manager got things worked out in the morning and refunded our money for the night before."

    5. Boca Rest Campground

    12 Reviews
    Floriston, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 587-3558

    $20 / night

    "Lake is calm, but it was too windy to set up the tent. Overnight temps in the 30's for Memorial weekend. Few trees, little shade. Lots of off road vehicles and RVs, but not a lot of noise from them."

    "the lake is a great swimming temp in june, the views are gorgeous, and there’s plenty of trees and shade. i was lucky to have the spot i was in because there was plenty of foliage to keep my site fairly"

    6. Davis Creek Regional Park

    18 Reviews
    Washoe Valley, NV
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 849-0684

    $30 / night

    "This is one of my fav hiking locations in Nevada! I love the variety. There are different levels of hikes from easy to more difficult."

    "Easy access right off the freeway but tucked into trees so you don't hear any road noise. Nice hiking trails, clean restrooms and very nice staff. Well maintained!"

    7. Lookout Campground

    7 Reviews
    Verdi, NV
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 882-2766

    $6 - $25 / night

    "But most stay in other "dispersed" camping, and there aren't nearly as many vehicles as you might see, for example, in a Nevada dunes off-road park."

    "This site is really close to Reno, except for the time it takes on the dirt road.  We went in one way and out the other.  Our way in was from 395 at Bordertown north of Reno on Long Valley Road. "

    8. Bordertown Casino RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Verdi, NV
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 677-0169

    "Short walk across the parking lot is a gas station with small convenience store, and right next to that is the Casino. Small but with a great restaurant that cooked a really good steak."

    9. Grand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Reno, NV
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 789-2147

    "It is a bit of a walk to get to the resort. We walked to the pool entrance which appeared to be the closest public access point from the park."

    "We arrived early after a long drive. They immediately checked us in, gave us resort keys that allow access to the whole of the resort property. My kids loved the pool."

    10. Shamrock RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Reno, NV
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 329-5222

    "Site A16 is not the best site unless you don’t mind being next to the dog area."

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Recent Reviews near Verdi, NV

1044 Reviews of 265 Verdi Campgrounds


  • John C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Scout Camp at Fort Churchill

    Large area, space for RV's and smaller vehicles.

    There is a few large, flat, hard-pack areas to park in and multiple dirt roads that lead off to smaller, more secluded sites. Many of the roads will require 4-wheel drive and high clearance but they are not too bad. Some of the area is free while other parts appear to require payment. Many travel trailers out here with huge set-ups and multiple vehicles.

  • Bull D.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Union Flat

    Union Flat Campground

    been there many times in the 90s, good gold panning results

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2025

    River Camp — Lahontan State Recreation Area

    Great overnight stop

    We needed a place to crash on our way home to the east coast. This place was perfect . Not too far off the road. $20 for non residents. We found ourselves alone in this beautiful, quiet spot. Level ground, and it looks like we will be able to get water for the clean tank. Pit toilets are clean but they need emptying pretty badly. Some trash strewn about. But otherwise, met our needs exactly.

  • John C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Dayton State Park Campground

    Meh.

    As everyone has noted, it is only about 30 feet from the highway...so that is what it is. For $15 for Nevada residents and $20 for non-residents, it's not anything special. It apparently is first come - first served, since there is no Ranger, no host, and the parks.nv.gov website never works properly.

  • John C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Moon Rocks Camp

    Fun place to wheel, or watch other people wheel.

    During the week there is not much going on but on the weekends people come out with some really nice 4-wheeling machines. It's a good area for dirtbikes as well. Tent camping is basic with a lot of wind, but the there is plenty of flat and fairly smooth ground to do so.

  • John C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Developed 7 — Lahontan State Recreation Area

    Simple and sparse.

    Not a bad place, but probably not worth paying for if you are just looking for a quick overnight camp. As mentioned, some of the roads can be aware bit rough and pitted, with random sand washes throughout. It is probably very lively here in the summer and weekends, but during the week in October there was hardly anyone here.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Grouse Ridge Campground

    My Favorite Spot near Truckee

    This is as isolated as it gets. There are a number of pullouts and sites along the road up to Grouse Ridge CG - they're all excellent. Don't expect water or cell reception or toilets. In this area, you're on your own. If the road is muddy, you may not want to take the risk as the mud is slick and getting stuck out here is a true disaster. Even in June, there was still mud, and it even snowed on me which was a thrill to wake up to a white wonderland. Did I mention that you're on your own? Have fun.

  • John C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    East of Pyramid Lake

    Quiet and flat.

    This is a simple dirt area with a few spots to tuck away in. It is right off of the small highway and just few minutes north of Nixon. I was here on a coldish, rainy weekday and night, so it was empty except for one RV. It was a good place to do some easy (muddy) trail riding and take a lap around Pyramid Lake. I imagine it is quite hot in the summer. Spots are easy to get to, just be aware of sharp/jagged rocks as you move further off of the highway. Much of the surrounding off-road areas are closed to non-reservation people, so just pay attention to the signage to stay out of trouble with the tribal police. No vegetation other than sagebrush, so bring your own firewood/briquettes/etc. if you plan to have a campfire for grilling.

  • H
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Cottonwood Campground

    Quieter Camp with Nice Trail Adjacent

    A two loop campground in a beautiful area. I stayed here in October of 2024. Aside from the host and a forest crew, I was the only camper. It was quiet and lovely. I walked the adjacent trail in the morning, which was very pretty. The pit toilets are old style and smelly, but clean.


Guide to Verdi

Camping opportunities near Verdi, Nevada range from remote mountain sites to amenities-rich RV parks, with elevations between 4,900-5,400 feet throughout the region. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-85°F, while winter brings frequent snow and cold conditions that limit accessibility to certain campgrounds. The region sits at the western edge of Nevada where the Truckee River flows from the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

What to do

Hiking Crystal Peak: Access the Crystal Peak trail from Lookout Campground, where you can find quartz crystals and enjoy mountain views. "The trail from the campground to Crystal Peak was great. It's more like Crystal knoll. The history of Crystal Peak is amazing, and the crystals are everywhere. Really nice views from atop the knoll too," notes camper Ray B.

Fishing Truckee River: Multiple camping areas provide access to fishing spots within 15-minute drives. "Nice campsite. They are a little close to other campers but still nice. Lake was right down the hill," reports Marcie B. who stayed at Boca Rest Campground.

Boating and water recreation: Stampede Lake offers boat launches for water activities during summer months. "Right on the lake, and close to town. Cell phone reception is spotty," mentions Brenna D. about Logger Campground, highlighting the lake access despite connectivity limitations.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Some campgrounds offer unusually generous spacing between sites. "This campground earns 4 stars because of its amazing privacy. First, it's quite an adventurous (read: bumpy) drive to get to it from the nearest paved road. Once you arrive, you'll be amazed at how much space there is between the sites," writes Kade H. about Lookout Campground.

Clean, well-maintained facilities: "Very clean and nice RV park. Pool, hot tub, game room and nice small shop. Sites have fake grass but it looks nice. Pads and streets are paved. Full hook ups. Picnic tables at each site," reports Loretta H. about Sparks Marina RV Park.

Seasonal wildlife viewing: Fall and spring offer the best wildlife sightings when fewer campers occupy popular areas. "Cold night's starting in September. I have stayed here in summer and in fall. I prefer fall because there are not many people and you can have the lake to yourself. Summer I would not attempt it as it turns into an RV city. The lake attracts lots of wildlife and it is bear country," advises Davidson L. H.

What you should know

Road conditions to remote sites: Many forest service campgrounds require slow, careful driving on rough roads. "For this route, you will spend 8.5 miles on a dirt road. I'd estimate this road is 10% 'standard country dirt road, flat, fairly level, no major ruts, drivable by any vehicle at 25-30MPH.' About 75% of the road is 'unmaintained hill road, where you have to hug one side or another to avoid 6-inch+ ruts, loose rocks up to 5" in diameter,'" details S K. about accessing Lookout Campground.

RV age restrictions: Some RV parks enforce strict policies about older vehicles. "There is NO mention of an age restriction on their website. I specifically searched it before I made the reservation. But they WILL take the reservation online, take your money, then call to check the age of your rig. If you are honest, you are screwed," warns Leah T. about Sparks Marina RV Park.

Bathroom/facility limitations: At Davis Creek Regional Park, "The best part of this campground right off the 580 between Reno and Carson City was the sites were well spaced under the mature pines. So quiet and peaceful," mentions Michael M., though many forest service campgrounds only offer vault toilets with limited or no shower facilities.

Tips for camping with families

Age restrictions on amenities: Some parks have surprising rules about who can use facilities. "The only negative part was my children and I could not enjoy the amenities. Kids must be 18 to enjoy the spa even if accompanied by adults, had a great club house with a pool table but kids must be 14 to play," notes Mar about Sparks Marina RV Park.

Quieter camping in fall: For families wanting more space and less noise, consider shoulder seasons. "Stayed here for over a week. Right outside of Reno. Close to a Walmart. Mountain views and lots of pull through spots. Back in and pull in spots around the edges of the whole park. Lots of grass and pool," shares Thomas K. who stayed at Reno KOA at Boomtown.

Kid-friendly water access: Look for gradual lake shores during summer months. "Right next to the water, and close to town. Cell phone reception is spotty," mentions Brenna D. about water access at nearby lakes, important for families with young children.

Tips from RVers

Limited after-hours access: Plan arrival times carefully as many parks have limited office hours. "Services stop at 5:00 pm. When you arrive after 5 and like to shower or use laundry you are out of luck. Better go to the casino. Sites are uneven and very narrow," reports Henk D. about their experience at Reno KOA at Boomtown.

Resort fee disclosure: Some casino RV parks charge additional fees beyond the stated camping rate. "We were quoted $490 over the phone, but in person, my disabled-veteran partner was told $790. The park refused to honor both Good Sam and veteran discounts, even though both are listed," reports Alex C. about a difficult experience at Shamrock RV Park.

Satellite and cell coverage: Most sites have limited cell service with Verizon providing better coverage than other carriers. "AT&T service was fair with 2-3 bars of 5G and speeds up to about 20 MB/s. The CG WiFi was just ok, depending on your needs, with speeds up to 0.5 MB/s. Starlink had speeds up to 20 MB/s. We had DISH coverage on all of the western satellites," details Ray & Terri F. about their connectivity at Gold Ranch Casino & RV Resort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Verdi, NV?

According to TheDyrt.com, Verdi, NV offers a wide range of camping options, with 265 campgrounds and RV parks near Verdi, NV and 26 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Verdi, NV?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Verdi, NV is Sparks Marina RV Park with a 4.2-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Verdi, NV?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 free dispersed camping spots near Verdi, NV.

What parks are near Verdi, NV?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Verdi, NV that allow camping, notably Martis Creek Lake and Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.