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Best Tent Sites Near Nellis Air Force Base, NV (10)

    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed

    1.

    Valley of Fire Dispersed

    19 Reviews
    55 Photos
    308 Saves
    Overton, Nevada

    Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources.

    Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska).

    Campsite Selection Dispersed camp sites are located along most secondary roads and may not be marked. Popular locations can be recognized by the telltale flat disturbed area that has been used as a camp site before. Not all flat spots are sites. If possible, please use existing sites to avoid creating new disturbances. To further protect your public lands, campers must not dispose of any refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or in any manner pollute the surrounding area.

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    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    2.

    Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    41 Photos
    104 Saves
    Henderson, Nevada

    8 Mile Rd Dispersed camping area is located within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada. This rustic campground offers a backcountry camping experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The campground does not provide any amenities, so campers must come prepared with all necessary supplies, including water and firewood.

    Reservations are not accepted at 8 Mile Rd Dispersed camping area, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. It is important to note that there are no designated campsites, so visitors can choose their own spot within the designated camping area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed

    3.

    Mack's Canyon Dispersed

    15 Reviews
    41 Photos
    200 Saves
    Mount Charleston, Nevada
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed

    $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
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    4.

    Desert Pass Campground

    7 Reviews
    10 Photos
    96 Saves
    North Las Vegas, Nevada
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
    Camper-submitted photo from Carpenter Canyon
  1. 7.

    Suite Spot LV

    1 Review
    19 Photos
    4 Saves
    Mount Charleston, Nevada

    Discover an idyllic retreat in the heart of Lovell Canyon, Nevada, where a studio container offers a unique blend of rugged outdoor adventure and modern comfort. Surrounded by awe-inspiring mountain ranges and an extensive network of hiking trails, this studio container is a haven for nature lovers and camping enthusiasts. The cozy interior features a pull-out couch, a well-equipped kitchen, and a convenient walking shower, providing the perfect balance between rustic charm and modern amenities.

    Immerse yourself in the great outdoors with a firepit, well water, and the opportunity for off-road driving, all while staying connected with WIFI and keeping warm with heating. After a day of adventure, the studio container's outdoor dining area is the ideal spot to enjoy meals and take in romantic sunsets and starlit skies. Lovell Canyon's natural beauty beckons, inviting you to escape from the ordinary and experience the magic of the wilderness in style and comfort.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $220 - $400 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Foxtail Grp Picnic Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Foxtail Grp Picnic Area
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      Camper-submitted photo from Foxtail Grp Picnic Area

      9.

      Foxtail Grp Picnic Area

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      6 Photos
      5 Saves
      Mount Charleston, Nevada

      Overview

      Foxtail Group Picnic Area is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 47 miles from downtown Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic driving, and winter snowplay in this forested desert oasis.

      Recreation

      Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities on the 1.3-mile Sawmill Trail and the 6.2-mile Bristlecone Trail. Both begin just a short drive from Foxtail. When there is at least 12 inches of snow on the ground, Foxtail becomes a winter playground for sledding and tubing.

      Facilities

      This picnic area is a day-use site only. During the summer, seven group sites are available, each with picnic and serving tables, grills and campfire circles. The two largest have pavilions and fireplaces. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.____ During the winter, fees are per vehicle for snowplay. There is a selfpay station. Firerings will be usable. Restrooms will be provided.

      Natural Features

      The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is a beautiful island in the desert, brimming with breathtaking scenery and diverse flora and fauna. The Bristlecone pine, the world's oldest organism, and the rare Mount Charleston blue butterfly are both found within the Spring Mountains. More than 100 springs create the namesake for the mountain range, making it the perfect place to escape the heat of the city. The picnic area is set among a forest of towering ponderosa pine which provides limited shade. The area affords views of the surrounding Spring Mountains.

      Nearby Attractions

      More than 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the area; two trails allow mountain biking. Rock climbing, picnicking and scenic driving are popular activities.

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      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Picnic Table

      $100 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Nellis Air Force Base

      584 Reviews of 10 Nellis Air Force Base Campgrounds


      • Camper-submitted photo from Fletcher View
        August 13, 2024

        Fletcher View

        Lovely Little Campsite

        Our first time camping in Nevada, and first time camping for my son. It's only 40 mins away from us. We went there the weekend before my son's school starts as last hurrah. It was a great way to scape Vegas heat. It hits 64 Lows during early morning and up to 78 on daytime. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. I got lucky getting a FF site #6. I went on Friday afternoon and came back Saturday morning to book it for two nights. Left early Sunday evening. 

        Although most people has trailers and RVs, we had a 9 person tent and plenty of fun. The site we got was perfectly closed to the restroom which was a plus since my brother was on crutches. Site has 30A, 50A,110 Power. Water spigot was also just a step away from the site. There's a little creek on the side, but dried up for summer. Water might be on during rainy days or when snow melts. It's by the side of the highway so you will hear some loud cars time to time, but not too bothersome. It's very quite at night, except for the soothing cricket sounds.

        We will be back for sure!

      • Camper-submitted photo from Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
        August 7, 2024

        Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park

        Incredible experience

        What a magical night spent surrounded by red rock. We stayed in campsite 21 from a previous reviewer and it was amazing. Gorgeous scenery and rams walking around. There was some toilets at the entrance, hot showers available for free at neighboring campsite. We had absolutely no phone service here. Private picnic table with cover and fire pit for each site. Definitely a must visit but be prepared for the heat and sand!

      • Camper-submitted photo from Arizona Charlie's Boulder RV Park
        July 29, 2024

        Arizona Charlie's Boulder RV Park

        WORST RV PARK!!

        This is the worst RV park ever they are infested with cockroaches there's no maintenance whatsoever at the property they don't pick up trash they don't maintain sites they don't mow the grass for the pets it's utterly disgusting the bathroom showers are disgusting patched up drywall crumbling from the shower nozzles. Overall people in the office are rude when you make suggestion.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
        July 25, 2024

        Desert Pass Campground

        Nice to escape heat

        Need a capable vehicle to get here. Toilets were clean and there was paper but don't count on it. There are about a half dozen sites mostly geared towards tent camping. Kind of dispersed.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Mack's Canyon Dispersed
        June 23, 2024

        Mack's Canyon Dispersed

        Great Views

        Parking Coordinates: (36.3636285, -115.6685757)

        Relatively easy dirt road. This spot was located right before the road closure. Was able to fit the truck and a ground tent with amazing views overlooking the valley below. Visited June 22nd it was 110 in the city but up here at 7700 feet it was a nice 85-90 during the day and a cool 65-70 at night. Not a lot of tree shade at this spot but if you create your own it helps during the day.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Spring Mountains Dispersed
        June 6, 2024

        Spring Mountains Dispersed

        Further up the mountain

        We went further up near intersection of 157 and 158. Lots of open spots and almost no one around. Height of your rig could limit site selection. Even with high roof Sprinter we had some issues with low branches. Lots of shade. No real views, but lots of privacy. Some trash. Not horrible, but a good reminder to pick up after yourself so we can keep these public lands open.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
        June 1, 2024

        Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park

        Sublime.

        This entire region is breathtakingly beautiful. The campground is small with a pit toilet at one end. My large, private spot backed up to spectacular rock formations. There was water at the site, but no electric. The dump station was located as you exited the campground and perfect for my needs. Absolutely loved it there. My dog and I were greeted by a pair of bighorn sheep that hung around the area the entire time we were there. Absolutely loved it.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Echo Bay Lower Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
        May 26, 2024

        Echo Bay Lower Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

        Horrible

        This campground is the worse in lake mead rec area! Nothing has been done, no lights in the bathroom half the toilets are half functional, the guys who drives around in his canam is always drunk an shirtless claims he is the maitance man for the area,

        If you have children I do not recommend camping here better places for the same price. Las vagas bay! The parks service is a disgrace when it comes to keeping echo bay up to date will never return for my children to be exposed to drunk park employee,

        The store is over priced an misleading as the sign says showers but you must stay at the rv park for those amenities this whole little campground is a joke! Most people don't even pay

      • Camper-submitted photo from Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
        May 7, 2024

        Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park

        The coolest

        This might be one of the coolest state park campsites ever! Being tucked away in the giant rocks was awesome! Easy walking distance to the pit toilets. Site was very unlevel, but thankfully someone dug a shallow “hole” that worked for us to put our back tire in and it made our camper level. Thankful for the covered picnic tables as well. No hook ups was fine with me as I enjoy primitive camping. Atlatl campground has a bathhouse with showers to use.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Desert Pass Campground
        April 28, 2024

        Desert Pass Campground

        Remote camping

        Fun trip out of Vegas during the 100+ days. Show up early grab your site and spend the day exploring the area.

        Too many starts to count, you’ll be up all night.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Valley Road
        April 27, 2024

        Hidden Valley Road

        Good spot for the night

        While a bit close to Hwy 15 it works for a rest stop or overnight. Nothing here. No amenities. We didn’t venture further down the dirt road. Have 2 bars Verizon. Found a flat spot to park. Enough spaces for a couple of rigs but other spots might not be as flat.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
        March 20, 2024

        Valley of Fire Dispersed

        Amazing views

        Really cool campground just outside of the valley of fire. Hills on one side and an open plain on the other. Rocky road probably requires higher clearance. Road was slightly flooded when I was there but cleared up by the morning. Plenty of spaces, no services. Very beautiful place

      • Camper-submitted photo from Sandy Valley Road
        March 19, 2024

        Sandy Valley Road

        Garbage everywhere

        Lots of spots, but the area is trashed. Garbage all over the place and used tires, looks like folks use this area as a dump. Also looks like there are some folks living in a fifth wheel near the highway.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Valley of Fire Dispersed
        March 14, 2024

        Valley of Fire Dispersed

        Will Return!

        The campground was easy to find with well-spaced sites. If you have a few in your group, some sites are large enough to accommodate. There are many fire pits already assembled.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Sand Mine Road #110 Dispersed Camping
        March 5, 2024

        Sand Mine Road #110 Dispersed Camping

        Easy to find and relax after seeing the valley of fire

        Easy to find spot right off the main road. If you go through the valley of fire watch for mountain goats. Pretty open spots, fire rings made of rocks, and if you like to walk around looking at rocks there are some neat ones lol Side note: Valley of fire does not take some park passes fyi, at the time they said no America the beautiful passes. I had to go through there to get here but it was beautiful.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Echo Bay Lower Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
        February 25, 2024

        Echo Bay Lower Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

        Lower CG review

        The lower CG is bigger but most sites are very small and suitable for tenters, the sites on the open lower end (13-20) are best for TTs and RVs, but no shade. CG has dumpsters, water but no cell signal, whereas the upper CG does get a cell signal. Sites are now cashless and you can either reserve or pay online as you choose a site, no FCFS like previous years. Guess you need to go up to upper CG to get cell though? This lower CG is close to the marina mini Mart store.

      • Camper-submitted photo from Old Highway 93 Dispersed
        February 2, 2024

        Old Highway 93 Dispersed

        Secluded & great views

        Apple Maps wouldn’t get me here. Use google maps instead.

        This is just a little pull off from Old Highway 93. Had to level my truck because there isn’t any flat ground and there unfortunately is a fair amount of trash.

        That being said the views are amazing and it’s extremely secluded if that’s your jam!

        Decent Verizon and T-Mobile coverage. Made it up here in 2wd but there are a few spots where clearance will be your friend.



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