Samuel Buckland Campground — Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Great experience all around. We pulled a 36' toy hauler, and we were able to find a pull through spot. However, it was pretty tight, and I wouldn't recommend that large of a trailer if you don't want a few scratches from bushes. The park ranger was extremely friendly and the campground was well kept.

Found this quiet campground in Silver Springs, NV. Only about an hour to Carson City, Reno and Virginia City. We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed the peace and quiet.

This campground would be fantastic in the winter. We can after a few days of warmth and the fruit flies that infest the place had hatched. Well maintained and had great walking paths. Stars were amazing and there was only noise from the wildlife at night.

Stopped by mid January on way from UT to CA. We have a 35' Southwind and were nervous considering past review. We had no problems at all driving around the campground and had numerous sites to chose from. The temp dropped to 27 at night, so the heater was important.

The park was exceptionally clean with staff at 5 total campers at 3. We watched the sunrise over the ruins then toured the visitors center.

Campground is a little rough around the edges, but it’s a beautiful landscape with several marked short trails that are good for a wander. Close, and open year round so it’s great for squeezing in a weeknight when the opportunity arises.

Pretty standard state park campground, bathrooms are a little run down. New tables, mature trees, trails and accessible campsites and trails.

Camping during a heat wave so RVs had generators going and tent site near us was having a party. But overall this was chill, plenty of spots on a Sunday evening in July, easy to find (don’t use the GPS directions from this app - nav to Fort Churchill and camp is in the park.

Cell service came and went.

Great little campground with plenty of shade for all nestled among ancient and stately cottonwood trees. Not many spots but that makes it nice. Large sagebrush and trees also provide privacy. Lots of birds and wildlife to observe as well. Close to the Fort Churchill historic fort for interest too.

You must go through the main entrance to the Fort Churchill historical site to enter this campground. DO NOT drive down the gravel road that runs along the river. There is no camping at the historical site, only in Samuel Buckland Campground. It’s very nicely laid out, with some pull through and back in spots. No hook ups, vault toilets. $5 firewood at the Fort Churchill entrance, but no burning allowed at this time. We were nicely surprised to have water spigots at the sites (not hook ups). First come first served $15 per night and very quiet at night for a good sleep. Verizon cell service was not good.

Had a great time celebrating the 4th. Ft Churchill staff had an old time type of celebration. Fun activities for the entire family.

Had a great weekend and a good spot.

Bring all items you need or be prepared to leave camp to go to the store.