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Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)

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The water at our facility has been shutoff for the winter season. Please bring all the water youll need for your visit, including drinking water.

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Ward Mtn. Campground near Ely, NV, is situated in a region characterized by mountainous terrain. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Great Basin National Park and the Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park, offering opportunities for exploration and learning.

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Location

Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) is located in Nevada

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Directions

From Ely, travel south on Highway 6 for 10 miles. Turn left just before Murray Summit, at the sign for the recreation area. From Las Vegas, travel north on Highway 93 for about 86 miles, to the junction with State Route 318. Follow State Route 318 north for 124 miles, to Murray Summit. Turn right at the sign for the recreation area.

Address

825 AVENUE E
Ely, NV 89301

Coordinates

39.2124528 N
114.9675889 W

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    Verified by 29 users
    Last on 12/11/25
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Access

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Oct. 27, 2025

So much to do

Great trails for biking, hiking, running. Modern. Clean. Bathrooms. Water but not when it’s freezing. So good!!!

SiteA1
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 22, 2024

Good spot to get out of the heat.

This is my second stay this year. With Las Vegas temps reaching 115, This is a beautiful respite with highs in the mid 80s. Well kept camp sites are also a welcome bonus. Bring your own water. Super clean restrooms too.

SiteA5
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 29, 2023

Cute and tucked away

I chose this campground as a stop over close to Highway 50 on our way to Utah from California.  It was a very nice little campground, very clean, and well-maintained. The host was very friendly as well. It was a nice area to walk around in. The only issue was the mosquitoes at dawn and dusk, but we took care of that by hanging out in our clamshell tent.

Site3
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Amy H., May 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Amy H., May 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Amy H., May 29, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 13, 2022

Beautiful spot

Juniper and pine. Loop B is far enough from the road that we didn’t hear the highway. Quiet, lots of space. Nice fire pits, grills, tables. No water. Great trails for hiking and biking.

Site29
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jun. 20, 2022

RV friendly NPS

Very nice NPS campground. My 30' TT and 20' truck found ample back-in FF spaces. Mostly flat. Table, grill and prep counter in good shape. Space is composed of small rock. A separate spot for a tent or (?) which is also covered with small rock is adjacent. Pit toilets were clean. At this time, the area lacks culinary water, hence the one-star deduction. RV dumps located in Ely at gas stations. Some sites can be reserved. About an hour's drive to Great Basin N.P.. 

T-Mobile's signal was good.

Site17
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jul. 29, 2021

Open spaces, clean, trees, fire ring

I did not have a reservation and found Ward Mountain Campground on Google maps. The road were well maintained. There were spots that accommodate group camping. No water , electric, or dumping station. There were bath rooms and a dumpster for getting rid of trash. The driveway for site parking was level. There were trees, camp fire ring, picnic table, and flat area for a tent. The view was beautiful. It was peaceful. My dog, Blueberry, and I spent one night. Neighbors were courteous.

SiteB11
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Minda B., July 29, 2021
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Reviewed Oct. 18, 2020

A Pleasant Interlude

The Ward Mountain Campground is nicely situated less than a mile off of Route 6, just 6 miles from Ely, NV. It is surrounded by dense juniper and pine. We are in campsite 26 in loop B. It has a bit of a view and you have to focus to hear any road sounds. It’s rather quiet here and sparsely populated in mid-October. The site tables and fire pit appears to be new. Bring your own water and other support needs. Some pull through and group sites. RV, trailers and tents accommodated. Cost is $8 regular/$4 for senior pass. The wind in the trees makes good music. The 5 star rating reflects the privacy afforded by the campground’s layout. Attached is a GPS snap as there are a few different numbers out there.

Reviewed Jun. 10, 2020

Nice quiet campground

Stayed for one night in early June. Campground is in full operations mode. Quiet and scenic sites are available. Well-placed sites (30) not too close together. Most sites are currently reservable but 10 are first come first serve when I stayed there. $8 per night; $4 with Senior Pass.

  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Tom and Marianne  H., June 10, 2020
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Tom and Marianne  H., June 10, 2020
  • Review photo of Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) by Tom and Marianne  H., June 10, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

Camping at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) can cost between $12.00 and $75.00 depending on the site.

Does Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) has water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

Are fires allowed at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit), although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

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

How hard is it to get a campsite at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit). If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit), try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)?

There are 32 campsites at Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit) and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts