Looking for the best campgrounds near Austin, NV? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Austin is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Austin and user-submitted reviews.
"Access to the campground is via a 2.5 mile long single lane dirt road. There are a few small wider spots to squeeze past oncoming traffic, but locals tend to travel fast, so be vigilant."
"Big Creek Canyon is beautiful about 15 miles from the town of Austin and is full of Aspens. There are probably about 10 sites in the campground with plenty of space between each site."
"Tons of trails to explore on dirt bikes and quads. A lot of horse trails. The campsite is against a little creek and has a vault toilet."
$10 / night
"And hooked a toad across the street check out 40 foot Class A motorhome in the Bob Scott's was a little tight but we made it traffic noise when a big truck went by yeah a little bit other than that it's"
"Picnic table, fire pit & BBQ stand. Water and flush toilets. No trash-Pack In/Pack Out. Several sites aren’t level but didn’t matter to us."
"Hickison Petroglyphs Recreation Area is about 26 miles east of Austin Nevada on Highway 50. Highway was deemed Lonliest Highway by Life magazine about 20 years ago. There is a sign marking turn."
"Overnight stay traveling across Nevada. We came in around 3:30 PM on a Friday and was about 2/3 full. Sites are small. You can fit a van or pickup camper easily."
$25 / night
$25 - $35 / night
"A very quiet USFS campground adjacent to Stewart Creek. Aspens and conifers provide ample shade in most sites. It's small; only 5 or 6 sites and operates on a first come, first served basis."
"No covered areas but set up fire pits so may be best for camper van/ RV style trips. Hot spring at the top has a silt bottom but very relaxing, and cell phone service!"
"This place is definitely in the middle of nowhere along Highway 50. I was a little sketched out driving down the dirt road without cell service but the hot springs were easy to find and seemed clean."
LegendHickison Petroglyphs Recreation Area is about 26 miles east of Austin Nevada on Highway 50. Highway was deemed Lonliest Highway by Life magazine about 20 years ago. There is a sign marking turn. If going towards Austin it will be on the right side of highway. After you make the turn road becomes gravel and there is a cattle guard. The road is in good shape and it is a short distance to Recreation Area. Several pit toilets no water. There are garbage cans spaced throughout the camp ground. Not all camp spaces have same equipment. There are sites with covered picnic tables fire pits and grills. There are tent sites small rv might be one pull through site. None of the sites are large and there are several small trees along the drive. Drive is One Way. First come first serve. We were here for three days and there was medium level of traffic. Breeze most of the time
RangerOvernight stay traveling across Nevada.
We came in around 3:30 PM on a Friday and was about 2/3 full.
Sites are small. You can fit a van or pickup camper easily. Very small trailers would also fit but would have to park tow vehicle in main lot.
There are pit toilets and trash cans.
No water.
No dump.
You do get a fire pit and sheltered picnic table in each site.
Fantastic free campground in a beautiful area.
ScoutAnd hooked a toad across the street check out 40 foot Class A motorhome in the Bob Scott's was a little tight but we made it traffic noise when a big truck went by yeah a little bit other than that it's nice and quiet play Scott full over the weekend spent two nights resting place nice place to spend the night
GuideLovely Pinyon-Juniper forest. Picnic table, fire pit & BBQ stand. Water and flush toilets. No trash-Pack In/Pack Out. Several sites aren’t level but didn’t matter to us. A peaceful place to camp but some minor hwy noise at night. August 2024 update: stayed here again. No potable water. Plans in the work to upgrade, pave and level sites, increase fee. Hope they don’t ruin its rustic charm.
GuideStayed one night while passing through. We arrived Friday of Memorial Day weekend at 2pm. Filled up quickly with RVs by 3pm but two tent sites went unfilled. Sites vary in size, some large, some tight; some pull through and others back in; some level, some not. About half of the sites have a shade structure over the picnic table. Close enough to road to be easily accessible, but very quiet, no highway noise. Short, easy loop to petroglyphs and viewpoints. Amazing sunset. This is a place I'd enjoy for more than just a pass through stay. Everyone staying was very quiet, respectful and friendly.
GuideThis free site was better than most state parks! Drive in spots with picnic tables and fire pits, clean bathrooms, and cool petroglyphs. Be sure to walk to the top of the ridge at sunset for some incredible views.
RangerGreat national forest campground way up a long dirt forest road. Elevation like 7,000, so cooler. Various size sites with fire pits and picnic tables. Lots of trees provide privacy and wind screen too. Centrally located pit toilets.
Campground is at the trailhead of a short hike to the Toquima Cave, which is well worth the walk even though the mouth of the cave is fenced off. You can still clearly see the amazing artwork on the cave walls. Beware of rattlesnakes. We ran into one right on the trail near the cave.
Note there are also many free dispersed camping sites on this road up to and after the campground, plus all the dispersed sites at Spencer’s Hot Springs down below near the head of the forest road.
RangerFlush toilets, some shade, bbq grills and picnic tables. Water is listed as non potable. Sports arnt very level. At $10 a great one night stay. They are considering futlrthwr improvements like leveling sites and increasing fees to $20 😞
ScoutNice little campground toward the mouth of Big Creek Canyon. The campground is right on the creek. Big Creek Canyon is beautiful about 15 miles from the town of Austin and is full of Aspens. There are probably about 10 sites in the campground with plenty of space between each site. Hunting season gets busy but I have never seen more than one or two groups in the campground at one time if it’s not hunting season. There is not a ton of privacy within the campground but there is plenty of space for each campsite. There are trout in the creek and easily accessible depending on how much snow the mountain range got the winter before. The road that goes through Big Creek Canyon is a decent BLM road that will take you to the summit of the range then down into Kingston which is a fun adventure. If you like camping in Nevada but don’t like dry camping or digging holes to use the bathroom, this place is awesome!
Austin, Nevada, offers a unique RV camping experience with a couple of well-reviewed parks that cater to various needs and preferences.
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