Best Tent Camping near Alamo, NV

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Alamo and then fall asleep in your tent? With The Dyrt, it's easy to find Alamo campgrounds for you and your tent. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Alamo, Nevada's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Alamo, NV (3)

    Camper-submitted photo from Chief Mountain West

    1. Chief Mountain West

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    Caliente, Nevada

    This recreation site provides amenities for camping and picnicking, such as restrooms, fire pits, picnic tables, and shade structures. It also is a trailhead for the Silver State OHV Trail.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Big Rocks North

    2. Big Rocks North

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    8 Saves
    Hiko, Nevada

    This area is located outside of the Big rocks Wilderness area. It has a camping area with picnic tables and fire rings but no bathroom facilities. Provides access to the Big Rocks Wilderness Trail.

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      3. Pine Canyon Dam

      1 Review
      5 Saves
      Caliente, Nevada

      This site is an Army Corps of Engineers flood control dam for the railroad. The site contains two shade structures, picnic tables, grills, fire pits, garbage cans, and vault toilets.

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    Recent Tent Reviews in Alamo

    75 Reviews of 3 Alamo Campgrounds


    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Picketts RV Park
      Jan. 26, 2025

      Picketts RV Park

      Van Dwelling

      Clean place with level spots. Ryan was very accommodating and cordial! Paid $36 for the night. The Sinclair/C store was next door and very clean too.

    • Michael H.
      Camper-submitted photo from Big Rocks North
      Dec. 29, 2024

      Big Rocks North

      Rugged and rough

      Not much of a campground as far as campsites are concerned, a cattle pen and staging area are nearby. There was a picnic table and fire ring back in the trees. It's a great place for isolation, we encountered a couple hunters scouting the area. If you are going in winter the shade from the canyon starts at 3pm and the temperature drops real fast once you are in the shade. There is no water or toilets and zero cell reception.

    • N
      Camper-submitted photo from Outcrop Rock
      Nov. 25, 2024

      Outcrop Rock

      Good for a couple of days of nude hiking

      I spent a couple of days here in August and did some nude hiking around the rock areas.  I  had the whole place to myself for most of the time.    It was hot, but that's perfect for me since I'm nude all the time.  I'd return here when I'm headed to the Lake Mead area in the near future (one of my very favorite nude destinations).

    • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Sep. 24, 2024

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Quiet haven

      Bring your boat kayak or paddle boards and enjoy the lake. There is abundant

      wildlife to view and peace and quiet.

      14 days stay limit and free, unbelievable. There are paths for walking or e-bike riding. We did not go to the Visitor Center but would make sure and check it out next time. 

      We got the last available spot and counted ourselves blessed. Gets pretty busy here so the earlier in the day you arrive, the better your chance to find a spot.

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Sep. 19, 2024

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Beautiful deciduous trees and lake

      Off hwy 93 in Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge.#10 on Upper Pahranagat lake. Tables, grill, steel fire pit. First come first served. Free. Awesome campsite hosts. Hwy noise. Lots of birds. Lots of space around campsites. Dogs need to be on leads

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Sep. 19, 2024

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Beautiful lake and deciduous trees

      Off hwy 93 in Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge. #10 on Upper Pahranagat lake. Tables, grill, steel fire pit. First come first served. Free. Awesome campsite hosts. Hwy noise. Lots of birds. Lots of space around campsites. Dogs need to be on leads

    • DL M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Sep. 19, 2024

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Beautiful lake and deciduous trees

      Off hwy 93 in Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge. #10 on Upper Pahranagat lake. Tables, grill, steel fire pit. First come first served. Free. Awesome campsite hosts. Hwy noise. Lots of birds. Lots of space around campsites. Dogs need to be on leads

    • PThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Little A’Le’Inn
      Sep. 13, 2024

      Little A’Le’Inn

      Meet the Aliens

      This place is in the middle of the desert and it is not really pretty. And yet, it is worth a visit. This is all about Area 51 and the stories around it (we met a guy that claimed he would communicate with aliens there). If you’re into it, enjoy! The guys at the restaurant are really nice. Only downside: you can only use the bathroom during opening hours. One night should be enough.

    • Dubois E.
      Camper-submitted photo from Picketts RV Park
      Jun. 6, 2024

      Picketts RV Park

      Nice

      I didn't want to leave but we were running out of previsions. However before we left I hit a rather large root in the pathway and popped a tire. It is all dirt roads. I had to change a tire on a soft dirt road, it was almost impossible. We caught some sprinkles, which was awesome to escape the Las Vegas heat. The hike at sawmill was great. Not to hard. We made it to a peak. Seen horse's, lizards rabbits, and preying mantis. No amenities or water source. There is no fires allowed, stoves ok. There is a picnic area at sawmill trailhead with tables, grills and bathrooms. A few minutes walk or about 1 minute drive. I will be back. It is first come first serve there are no fees except gas and maybe a tire.

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    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Pine Canyon Dam
      May. 31, 2024

      Pine Canyon Dam

      Not Bad, Good Pass through RV Park, Not Paved

      We have stayed here a few times with no issue. The people that answer the phone are nice and helpful. We stayed at this park along our commute to Oregon.

      Full Hook Ups.

      Easy to get into the park and easy to get situated.

      All dirty, with concrete pads for your RV or Trailer.

      Not a bad spot, felt safe and headed out the next day during our commute.

      Edited by slope 1 day ago

    • Kimberly  M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kershaw-Ryan State Park
      Apr. 28, 2024

      Kershaw-Ryan State Park

      Beautiful location

      We arrived at the campground in the early afternoon on a Friday.  There was no one at the gate but we had reserved a site so we did not need to check in.  Our site was ready for us so we quickly set up camp.  Our site was #16.  It was spacious and clean.  The views from the windows were great.  The sites are a little close to each other but not too close.  Our site was an end site so we had plenty of private space.  We had electric and water hookups.  All worked well.  The  bathrooms at the  campground were clean.  The showers were large and  private and water pressure was good.  It is a quarter for 4 minutes but it seemed to run much longer.  The campground has a little free library if you want a book to read and also offers firewood for a "donation".  The state park is very nice and has some nice trails to walk on.  Dogs are allowed on the trails.  The location of the campground was convenient for exploring the area.  We did have some military jets fly over the campground on Friday evening and again on Monday.  I guess they give the locals a break from their practice on the weekends.  The area is beautiful and there are lots of cool places to visit especially if you like rockhounding and history.  We did not have any cell service for 4 days in this area.  Verizon is the only tower and we have T-mobile.

    • Jeffrey F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Outcrop Rock
      Feb. 23, 2024

      Outcrop Rock

      Cool rock cropping off the 93

      Fun little spot for the night right off the 93. BLM land. You can see two distinct rock croppings off the highway. Turn down a dirt road and then right on the first turn off. There are two or three areas where you can camp. Probably not the best for long term, but great for a night and pretty secluded. The back drop of the rocks makes it feel even more remote. I had good Verizon cell service. You don’t really hear the noise from the highway. About a mile off the highway. Good soft dirt. 

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Little A’Le’Inn
      Feb. 7, 2024

      Little A’Le’Inn

      1 night stay

      Arrived late afternoon and the cafe was closed which was understandable. We were looking to stay the night and a kind gentleman said we could do some dispersed camping opposite the cafe for free! Their hookups weren’t on because the tills were off but we were just happy to be in the area. Would go back! Lovely flat space and great scenery

    • B
      Camper-submitted photo from Area 51 Stake Out - Dreamland Camp
      Jul. 20, 2023

      Area 51 Stake Out - Dreamland Camp

      Camping with the Aliens

      This spot is really unique, if your like me, you like to be away from the crowd. Then this the perfect spot for you. Very clear sky, full of stars and STRANGE unexplainable activity. The owner took my call. Very nice an attentive. I would recommend watching his video on how to get to the property as it is a few miles south inland from the highway. Bring your own fire wood and connect with nature..

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Jul. 8, 2023

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Great location with lake

      Stopped here short of intended destination due to lateness of the hour and long drive. Great sites along the lake with tables and fire rings and fireplaces. Able to set up in one of the RV sites next to the water. Bike trails available, boating allowed but no swimming. Visitor center is nearby. Reasonable temps. Proximity of water does mean bugs of all kinds(gnats, nozzles, dragonflies etc.) 8 person occupancy. Only downside is proximity to the highway but not as heavily trafficked as it could be.

    • BThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      Jun. 16, 2023

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      Pretty Lake

      I have stayed at this campground a couple of times now on my way to/from Las Vegas. The lake is so pretty. Plentiful wildlife. A great 3.1 mile loop around the lake to shake out the legs. Camp hosts are friendly and helpful. Pit toilets are clean. The only drawback is the highway noise. Trucks/traffic noise all night.

    • Heather L.
      Camper-submitted photo from #375 off Extraterrestrial Highway
      May. 27, 2023

      #375 off Extraterrestrial Highway

      Great place - no showers or toilets

      The drive on 375 was decent road, all uphill but not bad. Great views. Drive back down was super easy! A bit disappointed as the app had said showers and toilets.

    • Jodi K.
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
      May. 21, 2023

      Upper Campground - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

      So much noise and unfriendly staff

      There is so much hwy traffic that it makes it hard to sleep. Staff approach you unfriendly and confrontational before they even get a chance to understand what you are doing. We were sitting in the shade of a tree in the next camp spot as there was zero shade in ours and instead of understanding or having any conversation the staff approached us like we were criminals. We were barely encroaching on the next camp and were literally just sitting in the shade getting relief from a blazing hot day, with no shade in our camp spot. And staff came at us aggressively and acusaltional. Two female campers, sitting quietly reading books in their shade. Camp spot #15 requires a HC plaque and we were watching everyone who came by to see if they were HC at which time we would happily move out of the shade of the tree separating the two camps. But the staff made us feel so uncomfortable and so not understanding or people friendly that we couldn't even talk to him nor have a conversation about it.
      No campfire pit in #14 as well and #15 had no one all weekend, What a waste.

    • Bill B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Picketts RV Park
      Apr. 13, 2023

      Picketts RV Park

      Okay spot on the way through

      This is an OK spot to stop on your way through going north or south, but probably not the best place to stay for more than a day or two. The people are extremely accommodating, and the spots are easy to get in and out of. The price is great for what you get and the Wi-Fi it’s just fine. There is a grocery store right next-door and a gas station but that’s about it. I couldn’t get any network connection through my cell phone, so it was a good thing we had Wi-Fi. The owners are extremely friendly and accommodating. 

    • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Area 51 Stake Out - Dreamland Camp
      Jan. 11, 2023

      Area 51 Stake Out - Dreamland Camp

      World Class Night Skies!

      Ashley here with The Dyrt! We're so happy to have this new partner on our platform! Tent camping, the least light pollution in this part of the world, and maybe even a UFO sighting. Come give this place a try and leave your review here.

    • Daisee Mae S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kershaw-Ryan State Park
      Nov. 11, 2022

      Kershaw-Ryan State Park

      Pricey for Primitive

      We didn’t stay in the Primitive camping because it was $15 a night. We ended up staying on the road in a pull-off section.

      The road was flooded and in very bad shape. The site was very spacious.

      There looked to be a Pull-behind in one area with no vehicle. A resident i presume.

      The mountain view was spectacular. Very cold as it snowed the day we decided to set up.

      We heard a coyote just outside our camper around 3am. It’s howls echoed throughout the range.

      Right next to a railroad track. There is no crossing so the trains don’t blow their whistles through there. We are used to trains as we have a home along the Mississippi river and about 10 yards away from BNSF railway. Felt like home.

      I would come back for sure, in warmer months.

    • Joel C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Mountain West
      Nov. 7, 2022

      Chief Mountain West

      Basecamp for exploring

      This is BLM land and we did not stay at the campground but on a level spot a few miles away.  The camp has nice sites and shade structures.  We saw quite a few wild horses too!  There is a lot of stuff to explore in this area, especially if you have a 4x4 or SxS.  Very dark area so lots of stars.  Beautiful area so please leave it nicer than you found it.


    Guide to Alamo

    Tent camping near Alamo, Nevada, offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning natural landscapes of the region. With a variety of well-reviewed spots, outdoor enthusiasts can find the perfect place to set up camp.

    Explore Local Attractions

    • Experience the beauty of the area at Chief Mountain West, where you can enjoy the sight of wild horses and explore the vast terrain, especially if you have a 4x4 or SxS.

    Engage in Outdoor Activities

    • For mountain biking and off-roading, Big Rocks North is an ideal location, providing a rugged environment perfect for adventure seekers.

    Tent Campers Appreciate These Amenities

    • Pine Canyon Dam offers a peaceful retreat with free access and no permit required, making it a convenient stop for those traveling along I-15.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Alamo, NV?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Alamo, NV is Chief Mountain West with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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