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Sonoma Canyon

Sonoma Canyon, near Winnemucca, NV, features rugged terrain with rocky landscapes and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness or visit the Humboldt Museum for a glimpse into local history.

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Location

Sonoma Canyon is located in Nevada

Directions

Sonoma Canyon is 15 miles south of Winnemucca with the turnoff along Grass Valley Road

Coordinates

40.8173583 N
117.69280482 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Good

Site Types

Dispersed

Features

For Campers

Phone Service
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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.

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General Info

Drive Time

2 hrs 41 min from Reno
2 hrs 41 min from Reno
3 hrs 5 min from Carson City
3 hrs 5 min from Carson City
4 hrs 27 min from Boise
4 hrs 41 min from Boise
4 hrs 47 min from Twin Falls
4 hrs 47 min from Twin Falls

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Ranger

Reviewed Sep. 16, 2021

Best for RV

3 pull out spots along the creek. Road is good enough for an RV. Barely an cell reception. Tons of mormon crickets. Some trash in the pull outs.

Month of VisitAugust

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.