Just off Interstate 80 at the Mustang exit on the eastbound side, this free dispersed BLM site sits directly alongside the Truckee River in an industrial stretch east of campgrounds near Sparks. The setting is functional rather than remote. Gravel ground, open sky, and the river running alongside the site are the defining features here.
Noise is the main trade-off. Reviewers consistently mention truck traffic from the nearby industrial area, active train tracks, and occasional horn blasts throughout the night, so light sleepers should come prepared with earplugs. During daylight hours the sound level drops somewhat, but this is not a quiet backcountry experience. The Truckee River does provide access to fishing, and a short stretch of hiking is possible along the bank. No water facilities are on-site, so bring everything you need.
As Tami P. puts it, this is "easy to get to, quiet enough" for a single overnight stop rather than a recreation destination. Cell service is available, pets are welcome, and campfires are permitted. One recent visitor noted the presence of "no camping" signs upon arrival, so conditions may be shifting. Nearby, mustang rd dispersed sits roughly a third of a mile east and offers a comparable free option if this site is posted or occupied. Arrive with enough daylight to assess the current situation on the ground.
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Map & DirectionsBLM next to Truckee River, in Mustang is located in Nevada near Sparks
Coordinates
39.51917561908108 N
119.61813676866755 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 7/24/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 7/24/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Drive Time
- 11 min from Reno, NV
- 35 min from Carson City, NV
- 2 hrs 12 min from Yuba City, CA
- 2 hrs 42 min from Chico, CA









