Creek-side pull-outs define the layout at Sonoma Canyon, a dispersed BLM site south of Water Canyon Recreation Area in Humboldt County. Three spots sit along the water, and the road holds up well enough for RVs up to 30 feet. Cell reception is minimal. Past visitors have noted trash in the pull-outs and a heavy presence of Mormon crickets, so packing out thoroughly and bringing bug deterrents is worth the effort.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSonoma Canyon is located in Nevada near Winnemucca
Directions
Sonoma Canyon is 15 miles south of Winnemucca with the turnoff along Grass Valley Road
Coordinates
40.8173583 N
117.69280482 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- 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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Sonoma Canyon needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 41 min from Reno, NV
- 3 hrs 5 min from Carson City, NV
- 4 hrs 27 min from Boise, ID
- 4 hrs 47 min from Twin Falls, ID







