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Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area

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Coyote Cove, near South Fork State Recreation Area, is a unique camping spot that offers stunning views of the Ruby Mountains and direct access to the water. The sites are lined up along the lake, providing a picturesque backdrop for your outdoor adventures.

This campground is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of wind in their hair, as it can get quite breezy. Each site comes with a picnic table, fire ring, and a wind block screen, although some campers have noted that the screens might not always do the trick on particularly windy nights. Clean pit toilets are available, but keep in mind that there’s no drinking water or showers on-site.

For outdoor activities, Coyote Cove is a great launch point for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. The area is rich in wildlife, with plenty of birds to spot during your stay. If you’re looking to explore further, hiking and mountain biking trails are nearby, making it easy to enjoy the natural beauty of the region.

While some visitors mentioned that the campground can feel a bit crowded, especially during peak season, the views and access to water sports make it a worthwhile destination. Just a short drive away, you’ll find the town of Spring Creek for any supplies you might need. Whether you’re camping in a tent or RV, Coyote Cove offers a memorable experience in the great outdoors.

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Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area is located in Nevada

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40.65350935 N
115.74538067 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Mar. 17, 2023

Closed

The website clai.s this campground is open 24/7 365 days a year. We just drove out there to find it is closed. About 2 miles down the road Coyote Campground was open.

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Month of VisitMarch
Reviewed Sep. 10, 2022

CRAZY windy, but decent views

All of the camping spots are right on the water, no cover at all (this isn’t really a good tent camping or RTT site). A little awkward as there is a small neighborhood right behind you but the views of the mountains are good.

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Jun. 14, 2019

Too expensive

I'm sure the grounds are nice, but at $15 per car each night, we decided to turn around in search of more affordable camping. If you have an RV, it's an additional $10 for hookups.

Reviewed Apr. 30, 2019

Nice find!

Thanks to The Dyrt, found this place to land last night. Not your typical campground; the sites are lined up along the lake with the only privacy being the space (decent) between sites. We were there during the week at the end of April and it was pretty quiet but I imagine that is not the case in the summer. Each site has a cement pad, table, fire ring, bbq, and wind screen. The screen didn’t help last night as it was very windy and blowing in another direction! Clean Pit toilets and no hook-ups. Beautiful view of the snow capped mountains but woke to snow the next morning!

  • Review photo of Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area by Lee D., April 30, 2019
Reviewed Apr. 28, 2019

Ruby views will keep you coming back!

Along the south west side of South Fork reservoir, these functional spots carry all the charm of a dirt parking lot, but the views of the Ruby Mountains reflected in the lake will keep you coming back. Each site offers a picnic table, sunshade, wind block screen, and fire ring. The pit toilets were clean and tidy, but there was no drinking water available at this campground.  

The Coyote Cove is a great beach for swimming, and launching canoes and kayaks, or small fishing boats. The boat launch and boat trailer parking lot is on the south side of the campground. The area offers opportunities for water sports of all kinds, hiking & mountain biking along many trails, or just sitting by the shore with a line in the water. Bird life is abundant in this area, with many species stopping along their migration route. We saw Loons, Dowwitchers, White Pelicans, Coots, and even the shy Hermit Thrush.  

The closest town with services is Spring Creek a short 12 miles away, a dozen more miles northwest is the city of Elko which has all the usual suburban amenities. We had good mobile service and data throughout the campground. Showers, water and a dump station are available at the developed campground across the lake, though it is only open from Spring until Fall, depending upon weather conditions.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 28, 2019
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  • Review photo of Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 28, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area?

    Camping at Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area can starts at $10.00.

  • What is the elevation of Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area?

    Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area is located at 5237 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Coyote Cove — South Fork State Recreation Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.