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Excellent staff and facilities
Excellent staff and facilities. Quite. Well located and laid out.
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The Grand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park in Reno features glamping accommodations with full resort access including a swimming pool, hot tubs, and recreational activities. The park offers unique glamping experiences with full hookups, private showers, and on-site amenities. "Great views of the mountain range. We had fun in the Escape Room and Sensology games," shares one guest who appreciated the diverse activities available. While primarily designed as an RV park, the property's glamping options provide comfort with access to the resort's extensive facilities including bowling, escape rooms, a movie theater, and arcade.
Boyington Mill near Truckee provides a natural glamping experience alongside the Little Truckee River, approximately 60 miles from Nixon. The property features safari-style accommodations with bear boxes for storage and river access directly from most sites. One visitor noted, "Wake up with the Little Truckee River a stones throw from your window." Available from May through October, this glamping destination combines comfort with outdoor adventure. The recently renovated grounds accommodate various glamping unit sizes, though guests should check specific site dimensions when booking. The serene riverside setting offers an ideal base for exploring nearby Truckee's attractions while enjoying resort-style camping in a natural environment.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Nixon (3)
1. Grand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park
"We arrived early after a long drive. They immediately checked us in, gave us resort keys that allow access to the whole of the resort property. My kids loved the pool."
"Great staff and wonderful atmosphere. The prices are reasonable but you do have to pay a 19 dollar resort fee bummer!!!! Other then that we've had peace and quiet."
2. Shamrock RV Park
"Laundry facilities and dump station available as well as propane to purchase. There is also a small pet area."
"Park is kept very clean and the laundry and restroom are spotless. Site A16 is not the best site unless you don’t mind being next to the dog area."
3. Boyington Mill
"direct access very clean vault toilet, I think all sites have bear boxes
- super exposed, very little to no shade Getting the right site is important, most of the sites on the river are right up next to"
"Check the website closely to make sure you fit!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 / night
Drive Time
- 45 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 9 min from Carson City, NV
- 2 hrs 48 min from Yuba City, CA
Glamping Reviews near Nixon, NV
23 Reviews of 3 Nixon Campgrounds
brandenScoutGrand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park
RV Park no longer here
The lady I talked to on the phone was extremely nice and helpful, but due to property being sold they had to shut down their RV Park and downsize.
Summer C.ScoutShamrock RV Park
Overflow sucks
Not a fan. Came for the Reno Balloon Race; booked it 4 months in advance. But they only had overflow available. You have to call to make a reservation. They didn't disclose to me that the overflow is just a parking lot where their warehouse is(on the other side of their property). I think this should be on the website because otherwise, you have no idea what you signed up for until you arrive. There's no sewer hookup; you can dump at the end. You have to share the water hose with other Rv's during your stay. So you fill up your tank in the beginning. The electric hookup was fine and was 30 amp. However there was no grass for my dog to potty. Pottying my dog at night was not pleasant. The pool is under repair and currently not an available amenity, which should be disclosed on their website. The lot abutts a gravel company that transports rocks and it gets kind of noisy and dusty, even on weekends. I paid$50/day. I won't be staying there again. But the positives were that the staff were friendly and the place is clean.
- AAlex C.Scout
Shamrock RV Park
Hostile Environment & Unsafe Experience — Proceed With Caution
Date of Stay: July 31 – August 1, 2025 Location: Shamrock RV Park – Reno, NV Type of Site: Overflow lot, no sewer, limited shade, unusable Wi-Fi
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We are full-time RV travelers and Good Sam Elite members who chose this park based on its affiliation and proximity to the police department. We paid for a full week in advance and expected a safe, respectful experience.
Instead, we were met with aggressive behavior, bait-and-switch pricing, and verbal abuse from a staff member (appeared to be maintenance, not management). • We were quoted $490 over the phone, but in person, my disabled-veteran partner was told $790. • The park refused to honor both Good Sam and veteran discounts, even though both are listed. • We were charged $52 for propane that was never disclosed before the service. • When we calmly said we were getting the funds to pay, the staff member came to our RV yelling, then threatened to call the police—even after we paid. • He screamed in my face, called me names, and got physically close. Only when I pulled out my phone to record did he calm down. • Two other staff members began filming us, mocked us, and offered no support or apology. • We now feel unsafe staying the remaining 6 days we’ve paid for, but have no other options as all other parks are booked.
This was one of the most traumatizing experiences we’ve ever had while camping. We’ve filed a formal complaint with Good Sam and have video evidence of the staff member’s behavior shift once he realized he was being filmed.
I would not recommend this park to anyone—especially solo travelers, families, or veterans. You deserve to feel safe where you stay.
- DDustin D.
TravelerBoyington Mill
Hidden Gem
Wake up with the Little Truckee River a stones throw from your window. Bear boxes because we are in bear country.
Ample space, lots to explore in the area.
- SSusan N.
GuideGrand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park
As good as it gets in Reno
Newer showers and bathrooms than any other rv park in Reno. Very little foliage but that is the desert. Large and expensive laundry facility $4.50 for a load. Paid $59 for a back-in 30 amp site full service. Lots to do in the hotel other than gamble and as a camper you can use the hotel amenities - curling, pool, hot tubs, etc. We had fun in the Escape Room and Sensology games. Great views of the mtn range.
A T.GuideGrand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park
No shade, no grass.
It's ok, if you're into the casino activities and other hotel activities.
- JJames K.Guide
Boyington Mill
Nice river access but exposed
- the river is right there, most sites have direct access
- very clean vault toilet, I think all sites have bear boxes
- super exposed, very little to no shade Getting the right site is important, most of the sites on the river are right up next to each other. Still, it is a nice location and sleeping with the sounds of the river is pretty sweet.
- AAmy S.Scout
Grand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park
Our stay
Great staff and wonderful atmosphere. The prices are reasonable but you do have to pay a 19 dollar resort fee bummer!!!! Other then that we've had peace and quiet. Not a lot to look at within the
park but the rivers right there and the mountains are beautiful to look at. Great place so far! They have a laundry room also which is awesome. Showers and restrooms.... enjoy!!!!
Guide to Nixon
The Nixon area sits at approximately 4,100 feet elevation in Nevada's high desert region, where summer temperatures routinely reach 90°F and winter nights can drop below freezing. Camping options near Nixon include both established campgrounds and more primitive sites, with water access limited in many locations due to the arid climate. Most camping facilities operate seasonally from late spring through early fall.
What to do
River exploration: The Little Truckee River provides recreation opportunities for glamping visitors near Nixon. At Boyington Mill, many sites offer direct river access. "Small but nice, easy access and next to the river," notes one camper who recommends site #8 for its corner location with river proximity and privacy.
Resort activities: Visitors to Shamrock RV Park can access urban amenities while glamping. "There is also a small pet area," mentions one reviewer who appreciated the well-maintained facilities. The park typically caters to longer-stay guests but offers clean facilities and friendly staff.
Indoor entertainment: Casino resorts provide alternative activities during extreme weather. "They have a bowling alley, swimming pool, casino, escape rooms, movie theater, arcade, fitness center, Starbucks, more than 5 restaurants, and it goes on," explains a guest about the entertainment options available.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Maintenance standards receive consistent praise at several glamping sites. "Neat and tidy," reports one Shamrock visitor, adding that it's "shady and clean" with "laundry facilities and dump station available as well as propane to purchase."
Natural surroundings: The mountain landscapes provide scenic backdrops for Grand Sierra Resort & Casino RV Park glamping experiences. "Great views of the mtn range," shares a reviewer who appreciated the panorama despite the limited vegetation. Another notes "the rivers right there and the mountains are beautiful to look at."
Riverside glamping: Water proximity enhances the camping experience in this desert region. "Ample space, lots to explore in the area," writes a visitor to Boyington Mill, who enjoyed having "the Little Truckee River a stones throw from your window."
What you should know
Site selection matters: At smaller glamping sites, choosing the right location significantly impacts your experience. "Getting the right site is important, most of the sites on the river are right up next to each other. Still, it is a nice location and sleeping with the sounds of the river is pretty sweet," advises a Boyington Mill camper.
Seasonal availability: Most glamping operations near Nixon have limited seasons. Boyington Mill operates only "from May 16 to October 11" according to their listing information, making advance planning essential for peak summer months.
Varied amenities: Shamrock RV Park offers "level sites. Paved. 50amp," according to recent visitors. However, some visitors note that overflow parking areas have significantly fewer amenities: "You have to share the water hose with other RVs during your stay. So you fill up your tank in the beginning."
Tips for camping with families
Urban camping options: Families seeking glamping with entertainment should consider resort locations. "My kids loved the pool. The RV section when we first arrived was a large parking lot. No trees. No grass aside from the immediate vicinity of office," reports a family who found the Grand Sierra Resort became more welcoming as other families arrived.
Bear awareness: Wildlife precautions are necessary when glamping in this region. "Bear boxes because we are in bear country," reminds a Boyington Mill visitor. Families should practice proper food storage and teach children about wilderness safety protocols.
Bathroom access: Facilities vary significantly between glamping locations. "Roomy clean bathrooms" at one site contrasts with "the bathrooms/showers close from midnight to 6 am" at another. Families with young children should verify bathroom availability and hours before booking.
Tips from RVers
Check dimensions: RV glamping requires careful site selection. "They now have back in sites for RVs with different lengths. Check the website closely to make sure you fit!" advises an RVer about Boyington Mill following recent renovations.
Hookup considerations: Full-service sites aren't guaranteed at all locations. "There's no sewer hookup; you can dump at the end," notes a reviewer at one park, while another mentions "No cell reception on Verizon" at a different glamping location.
Parking logistics: Site navigation can be challenging after hours. "We arrived after dark and it took a bit to find the right site as the numbers don't stand out well and there are several hundred sites," shares an RVer who suggests arriving during daylight when possible.
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