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Gold Butte National Monument

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Gold Butte National Monument in Nevada offers a landscape of rocky terrain and desert vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows around 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the petroglyphs at Little Finland and the scenic views at Whitney Pocket.

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Location

Gold Butte National Monument is located in Nevada

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Directions

From Las Vegas, take Interstate-15 approximately 69 miles north to Exit 112/Riverside Road. Merge onto Riverside Road and travel approximately 17 miles to the Gold Butte Backcountry Byway. Turn right onto the Byway and travel approximately 12 miles to the Monument boundary.

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36.61548776 N
114.23246128 W

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    Some Coverage

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

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  • Standard (Tent/RV)
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  • Equestrian

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  • ADA Access
  • Firewood Available
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Apr. 21, 2025

Gold Butte National Monument

The road in is really rough (and gets rougher the further in you go), but the camping is nice. No amenities I saw besides a couple Port-o-Potties in the Whitney Pocket area. Cell service is sporadic--typically have to climb a mountain/hill if you need reception. Stayed 3 nights further in the monument with the place mostly to ourself--one other camper one night and some OHVers and scenic drivers throughout the day. Our fourth and final night was closer to the entrance near Whitney Pocket and it was a much busier area, but still quiet and remote.

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MThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Mar. 16, 2024

Rough road - Amazing scenery

The paved portion of the road is really rough. But after spending the day on the dirt portion, it felt quite luxurious. I saw a few Subarus out there. High clearance would be good and 4x4 helpful. Mostly rocky and slow going for me...maybe need softer shocks.

I arrived a the townsite late so that is where I stayed because I could not make it back to Whitney Pocket. There were 2 others camped there. 

Sight seeing was cut short because of the wind. Getting out of the vehicle was always work. Will have to come back when the conditions are better.

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Reviewed Aug. 5, 2020

Beautiful Desert Camping

Fun area with a bunch of spots to set up and great for exploring on ATVs. Hidden damn and horse trough that’s pretty cool to see.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are visitors saying in reviews about Gold Butte National Monument camping?

Campers at Gold Butte National Monument consistently mention the challenging road conditions - the paved portion is quite rough, and the dirt roads deeper into the monument require high clearance vehicles with 4x4 recommended. Despite access challenges, the camping experience is rated positively. The area offers excellent ATV exploration opportunities with interesting features like a hidden dam and horse trough to discover. Amenities are minimal, with only a couple of portable toilets in the Whitney Pocket area. Cell service is spotty throughout the monument, typically requiring a climb up elevated terrain to get reception. Most visitors find the journey worthwhile despite the difficult access.

Where can I find camping sites in Bunkerville near Gold Butte National Monument?

Camping in Gold Butte National Monument offers several options near Bunkerville. The Whitney Pocket area is a popular camping location with some basic amenities including portable toilets. There are numerous dispersed camping spots throughout the monument where you can set up, particularly in areas that are good for ATV exploration. No formal campgrounds with full amenities exist within the monument itself, so come prepared for primitive camping. The monument is accessible from Bunkerville, though you'll need to navigate rough roads to reach the camping areas.

Are fires allowed at Gold Butte National Monument?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Gold Butte National Monument, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Gold Butte National Monument have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Gold Butte National Monument does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Gold Butte National Monument?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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