Best Glamping near Ely, NV

Ely KOA houses distinctive glamping accommodations including teepees and covered wagons set against mountain backdrops, offering a unique alternative to traditional camping in eastern Nevada. The well-maintained grounds provide full hookups, clean facilities, and comfortable sleeping arrangements with padded grass sites. "Mt views, Teepees and covered wagons too," shared one visitor who appreciated the neat grounds and beautiful scenery. Schellraiser, another glamping destination near Ely, features tiny houses alongside their tent accommodations, with very clean bathroom facilities and hot showers. Both locations offer convenient access to town while maintaining peaceful settings with stunning views, particularly of the night sky which becomes spectacular after dark due to minimal light pollution.

Trails accessible directly from the Ely KOA grounds create opportunities for walking, biking, and ATV riding without leaving the property. The surrounding BLM land provides extensive areas for exploration and outdoor recreation, while Cave Lake and other nearby water features offer fishing and kayaking options. One camper noted, "Great place to stay with a variety of camping, tent, or tiny house options." The region's high elevation (approximately 7,000 feet) contributes to cool evenings even during summer months, making climate-controlled accommodations particularly valuable. Great Basin National Park lies within reasonable driving distance, offering additional recreational opportunities including cave tours and ancient bristlecone pine forests. Most glamping accommodations in the area remain open seasonally, with some closing during harsh winter conditions when temperatures frequently drop below freezing.

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  • kristin S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Ely KOA

    All the basics you need

    It’s a KOA Journey, so, close to a “major” road (RT 93), which was very quiet despite proximity. It’s got nice views across the street, so if you’re on the first row of campsites, you’ll get front row seats. The spaces are quite close together, so privacy is minimal, though everyone was very respectful and quiet during quiet hours. Nice spot for access to Great Basin NP (which is a jewel, btw). Lots of options for fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities nearby too. We went to Cave Lake and were not impressed but... maybe it was just the wrong time of year (end of May). Sites are mostly level and big-rig friendly, hookups on site were reliable!

  • Samantha M.
    Jun. 29, 2016

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Amazing campground!

    I recently went to Great Basin National Park and stayed at the Baker Creek Campground. The campground was very clean & very well kept up. It had multiple spaces to place tents, a picnic table, a firepit and their was also a bathroom on the campground. The bathroom was extremely clean for being outside and basically being set up like a port-a-potty. It also even had seat covers and toilet paper. The campground also has "quiet hours" at night so it's very peaceful out there. There is also a small river inside of the campground and you can hear the water running from your space. It's amazing! I would recommend this campground to everyone!

  • D
    Oct. 16, 2021

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Quiet, Starry, and Roomy - Highly Recommended for Dry Campers

    This first-come-first-serve campground consists of two main loops plus additional areas designated for tent camping only. We arrived late on a Thursday afternoon in late September and got one of (if not the) last available sites. To get to the campground you drive about 2.5 miles down a dirt road which should be just fine no matter what kind of vehicle you drive, but as with any dirt road, you should expect your vehicle to get dusty. The campground is very quiet at night with just the chirping sounds of the crickets and the babbling of nearby Baker Creek. And there are so many stars at night you'd think you were on the red carpet at the Oscars!

    We stayed in Site #6, which was not only the perfect size for our 16' Airstream Basecamp and our Jeep Grand Cherokee, but also had a large picnic table, fire pit with grill, and an extra area of smoothed dirt surrounded by a small rock border and tall trees (we called this area our "living room"). Unfortunately, there is a fire ban in effect so we were unable to use our firepit.

    We work while on the road and had one bar of T-Mobile service, which improved to almost full bars with our WeBoost. There was no Verizon service on our hotspot, even with the WeBoost. Still, the T-Mobile service with the booster was perfect for working and was fast enough for Zoom and Teams video calls.

    The site is mostly level side-to-side, but not at all level front-to-back, which meant that our trailer tongue needed to be mere inches off the ground. Not an issue for our short trailer, but camper emptor! The freshwater spigot was adjacent to our site, which was convenient, and the bathrooms and trash receptacles were just a short 30-second walk away.

  • Deborah B.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Ely KOA

    awesome campground!

    I absolutely love this campground. I stayed in one of the cabins for 4 days and it was great. It has air and heat along with a small fridge. The porch had a nice swing to enjoy! The bathroom was clean and showers clean and hot. NIce quIet campground and also has a nice country store. I can't waIt to go back again this weekend!

  • Sotnos B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 28, 2021

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Quiet, large private sites

    Some reservable and some first come first serve campsites. Sites are offset and separated from each other lending a sense of privacy. Sites are large with lots of foliage/trees giving a lot of privacy. Nice flat pads with government issue concrete picnic tables and giant pedestal fire pits. Running creek nouse is lovely to sleep to. Quiet, quiet, quiet! Some sites are tent or RV specific. Air is cool and refreshing from desert valley heat. Lots of trees to hang your hammock from.

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Serenity by the stream

    This beautiful campground is located at the top of a three-mile corduroy gravel road along the babbling Baker Creek, and many of the sites (including ours - #2) are located within toe-dipping distance of its chilly clear waters. Some sites appear to be much smaller. There are also a couple of pull-through sites for trailers, and a few walk-in sites. You can’t make reservations, but there were several sites available when we arrived at about 3 pm. It did appear to mostly fill up by dinner time. There are drinking water standpipes scattered around, fairly clean vault toilets, and garbage cans that indicate that animal food invasions are rare. Every site has a NPS-issue concrete picnic table and fire ring. Somebody had obviously put time into caring for this sweet campground. Rocks have been placed in decorative rings around trees and bushes. Nice touch. Cost is $15 per night, and half if you have a senior pass. You pay in an envelope by credit card or cash. They don’t accept checks. Don’t miss the beautiful hike at the top of Mt. Wheeler Scenic Drive (see photos).

  • K
    Oct. 16, 2018

    Valley View RV & Mobile Home Park

    Close to town of ELY and very affordable, nice & helpful owners.

    It is right along US-93 N. We stayed 13 weeks in February--May 2018 (spouse is a Travel Nurse) They offer long term stays as well as daily travelers stopping for the evening. I believe the daily rate was around $35.00 and the monthly rate was $300. + electric. They have full hookups and also have a shower house with laundry & propane fill ups. Staff is very nice & helpfull. Best place to eat RACKSBar and Grill there is a nice grocery store Ridleys. Las Vegas is 4 hours south and UTAH boarder is close. BEST Coffee Espresso is Flower Basket & Espresso Depot

  • Brittney  C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2021

    Ely KOA

    Koas are where its at

    This place is great it has a pool, playground, so many family activities, a big grass area for the tent campers which is super cool, cabins available, propane refill station, amazing staff nice parking areas, nice RV spots with full hook ups, laundry room, tables at each spot, just so your aware the entire lots to drive through are all dirt and gravel so if you’re planning to bicycle it may be a little hard but other than that really great place up in Ely

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 17, 2025

    Ely KOA

    Nicest RV Park in Nevada

    We have been roaming around Nevada for a week now and this is the nicest campground we have stayed at. New bathrooms, clean, friendly and helpful staff and trees! There are trails right from the grounds for walking, biking, quading.


Guide to Ely

Near Ely, Nevada, high-desert glamping and camping options sit at elevations around 6,000-7,000 feet, creating significant temperature variations between day and night across all seasons. The region's mountains and valleys offer extensive BLM land access for both established campgrounds and dispersed camping, with several locations providing direct trail connections to hiking and ATV routes.

What to do

Mountain biking on local trails: Baker Creek Campground offers excellent access to trails right from camp. "There are trails running off from the campground so no driving is necessary," notes Liv L., who appreciated the convenience of hiking without relocating.

Creek access for cooling off: Stay near running water during hot summer days for natural cooling. Thomas B. from Baker Creek Campground shared, "Many of the sites (including ours - #2) are located within toe-dipping distance of its chilly clear waters."

Stargazing at high elevation: The minimal light pollution creates exceptional night viewing conditions. At Bird Creek Campground, campers enjoy remarkable celestial views. "Absolutely no noise and I was there on a Saturday and Sunday. Quite cool at night," reports Anne E., highlighting the peaceful environment for stargazing.

Wildlife watching: The area hosts diverse wildlife including wild turkeys and marmots. Michael J. observed, "Very nice campground with ample wild life to keep you entertained, turkeys roaming through camp, roosting in trees, and yellow bellied marmots eating the road for its salt content."

What campers like

Private camping spots: Cleve Creek Campground provides secluded sites with natural features. Alison noted, "This little gem sits on the year round Cleve Creek. We camped here in October and the creek was still flowing strong. Small campground nestled among cottonwoods with 12 sites."

Clean facilities: Bathrooms and showers at some glamping sites near Ely receive consistent praise. At Ely KOA, Deborah B. shared, "The bathroom was clean and showers clean and hot. Nice quiet campground and also has a nice country store."

Convenient town access: Camping options balance natural settings with proximity to services. Jennifer T. commented on Ely KOA: "They have a decent little store with drinks, snacks, and novelty items. My daughter (8) loved the playground. We were only there for one night on our way to Utah."

Unique lodging options: Beyond standard tent sites, the area offers diverse accommodation types. Schellraiser provides multiple options as Skyler M. explains: "Great place to stay with a variety of camping, tent, or tiny house options. We stayed in the camping area which offered a great sized gravel pad to setup our own tent."

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds have limited operating seasons due to elevation. Hallie from Bird Creek Campground advised, "With the high elevation the nights did get chilly even though the days were warm."

Limited cell service: Be prepared for disconnection in more remote areas. Bring offline maps and entertainment options for evenings.

Water availability varies: Some locations have seasonal restrictions. Greebly M. at Baker Creek noted, "Vault toilets, no water during our stay (June '26). It's sits above a mile elevation, so the temps were decent at night, with gorgeous night sky views."

Limited provisions nearby: Valley View RV & Mobile Home Park visitor Karen M. advises, "Best place to eat RACKSBar and Grill there is a nice grocery store Ridleys," but recommends planning ahead as shopping options are limited.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Some campgrounds provide dedicated play areas for children. At Ely KOA, Brittney C. observed, "This place is great it has a pool, playground, so many family activities, a big grass area for the tent campers which is super cool."

Dog-friendly options: Several campgrounds welcome pets, including some with dedicated dog areas. Elaine V. shared about Ely KOA, "The surprises for us: no pool (not that we wanted one), adorable neighbor goats, and two dog parks areas (one with grass). Our dog loved the dirt dog park."

Cabin options for temperature control: When glamping near Ely, Nevada with children, consider cabins for climate protection. Deborah B. found at Ely KOA, "I stayed in one of the cabins for 4 days and it was great. It has air and heat along with a small fridge. The porch had a nice swing to enjoy!"

Check site configurations: Some campgrounds have challenging tent placement. Deborah C. warned about Baker Creek, "Our particular campsite #5 was not the best. The place to set up our tent was very small and sloping down."

Tips from RVers

Full hookup availability: Multiple RV parks provide complete services. Susan N. reported, "We have been roaming around Nevada for a week now and this is the nicest campground we have stayed at. New bathrooms, clean, friendly and helpful staff and trees!"

Level site considerations: Terrain can vary significantly between campgrounds and individual sites. Robert R. noted at Ely KOA, "Overall, the place was clean and quiet, sites were level, and the front desk lady was so friendly! I only stopped here for one night, but would stop again if I was in the area."

Dust management: The desert environment creates dust challenges on gravel roads. "They could have used some dust control on the gravel roads as well," mentions Robert R., something to consider when positioning RVs and outdoor equipment.

Road quality variations: Access roads to some campgrounds require careful driving. Kristin S. shared about Ely KOA, "It's a KOA Journey, so, close to a 'major' road (RT 93), which was very quiet despite proximity."

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