Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Panaca, NV

Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground allows pets throughout its well-maintained grounds with level gravel sites. Campers with dogs have access to multiple hiking trails directly from the campground that lead to unique slot canyons and caves. The sites include electric hookups, fire rings, picnic tables with shade structures, and clean bathroom facilities with free hot showers. Other pet-friendly options near Panaca include Kershaw-Ryan State Park, Pioche RV Park & Campground, and Young's RV Park, all offering various amenities for pets and their owners. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard leash requirements while dogs are welcome to join their owners exploring the park's geological formations. The campground is consistently noted for being spotless without a speck of trash to be found.

Hiking trails from the campground are particularly suited for pets, with pathways leading to Cathedral Gorge's distinctive rock formations and caves. Dogs can comfortably navigate most of the slot canyons, though owners should exercise caution around certain areas with vertical drops. Wildlife in the area includes jackrabbits, lizards, and desert foxes, so keeping pets leashed protects both local fauna and campground visitors. The climate requires pet owners to monitor their animals for heat exposure during summer months, while the cooler evenings are ideal for dog walking. Spring Valley State Park's Horsethief Gulch Campground offers another nearby pet-friendly option with boat access to Eagle Valley Reservoir for dogs who enjoy swimming. The tame wildlife at Cathedral Gorge often comes right into campsites, making it important for campers to properly secure pet food.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Panaca, Nevada (19)

    1. Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Panaca, NV
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 728-4460

    "Great hiking trails and awesome views! Dog friendly! Restrooms and showers are clean! So many state parks in the area!"

    "Nice little campground located in the Cathedral Gorge State Park in Eastern central Nevada. Sites are first come first serve. Each has Electrical hook ups, but no sewer/dump facilities."

    2. Kershaw-Ryan State Park

    14 Reviews
    Caliente, NV
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 726-3564

    $15 - $25 / night

    "The short overlook trail is absolutely stunning. Our trip was in Fall so the colors were amazing. We camped for only one night but had a good visit and plan to return since this is a very nice place."

    "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. "

    3. Young's RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Caliente, NV
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 726-3418

    "Two things I love being a Nevada girl is shade for them hot days and a spotless RV site. Gravel roads and brand new bathroom that looks super new and kept up."

    "Conveniently located on the edge of town. Friendly staff. Restrooms are immaculately kept. Great tiled showers."

    4. Horsethief Gulch Campground — Spring Valley State Park

    9 Reviews
    Pioche, NV
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 962-5102

    "The water at the lake was low and no fires due to the lack of rain in months. There were a lot of families fishing."

    "There is easy access to the bathroom and the rservoir is only a short walk away."

    5. Pioche City Park

    2 Reviews
    Pioche, NV
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 962-1585

    "Looks as though it’s an old highway.

    Great Hiking

    There are a lot of animal remains in a ditch and a really neat dry creek to look for rocks and such."

    "They have water, trash and deers always running around here.
    And up the street if you want full hook ups they have that further up the town but for free and basic is what you get here."

    6. Whipple Cave

    1 Review
    Pioche, NV
    10 miles
    Website

    "Whipple cave is located 3 hours from Las Vegas, heading north."

    7. Pioche RV Park & Campground

    1 Review
    Pioche, NV
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 962-3772

    $35 - $145 / night

    8. Roll-Inn RV Park

    1 Review
    Pioche, NV
    10 miles
    +1 (775) 962-5735

    $25 / night

    9. Chief Mountain South Campground

    4 Reviews
    Caliente, NV
    19 miles
    Website

    "Easy access from highway. Several flat pull-through campsites. Clean restrooms, garbage cans, fire pits, tables. I stayed there on a Friday night in late March and was the only camper there."

    "This small BLM trail head campground is a hidden gem. There are a few level areas, overall most spots you can level your rig with ease."

    10. Eagle Valley Resort & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Pioche, NV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 962-5293

    "This Resort has cabins to rent, RV spaces available, a laundry room, pet friendly, a bar with pool tables, a store with everything you need in case you forgot it....."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Panaca, NV

105 Reviews of 19 Panaca Campgrounds


  • Brittney  C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 20, 2020

    Young's RV Park

    Shaded and spotless

    Two things I love being a Nevada girl is shade for them hot days and a spotless RV site. Gravel roads and brand new bathroom that looks super new and kept up. They have small houses in case you plan to stay, full hook ups, free WiFi, pet friendly, lots of things to do nearby and laundry.

  • A
    Aug. 7, 2021

    Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground

    Great weekend getaway!

    If you need a breather from Vegas, this is a great weekend trip! Great hiking trails and awesome views! Dog friendly! Restrooms and showers are clean! So many state parks in the area! Hour or less from Echo Canyon SP, Beaver Dam SP, Spring Valley SP, and Kershaw-Ryan SP. Town of Panaca is 15 minutes away if you need more ice or groceries.

  • Michele H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Eagle Valley Resort & RV Park

    Eagle Valley Resort

    Stayed here in July for a family trip. Rented a small cabin for my mom and adult sons and an RV space for myself and husband. The cabin was surprisingly clean and well maintained. The rest of the park, not so much. Most of the spaces were filled by permanent residents in mostly run down trailers and spaces full of trash and other “stuff”. Dogs and cats were wandering with no leashes. The spaces were small and overgrown with weeds. The picnic tables were falling apart, warped with peeling paint. The bathroom’s were clean but the fixtures were old and mismatched. The store seemed well stocked and actually affordable. The bar was dingy but had a lot of character. The park was for sale so I assume they weren’t interested in maintenance. I’m glad we only paid $25 for the site with the Passport America membership but the $90 for the cabin seemed like a lot. It did allow us to all be together so that bumped up the stars.

  • Brittney  C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2020

    Eagle Valley Resort & RV Park

    Dope little place

    A super neat little spot right before you enter Spring Mountain, State Park. This Resort has cabins to rent, RV spaces available, a laundry room, pet friendly, a bar with pool tables, a store with everything you need in case you forgot it..... I mean who doesn't love a  nice cup of hot coffee. The store is run by a chill older guy who is super friendly...

    The cabins have an open living area with a full/queen bed and bunk beds, Each cabin comes with a fully functional kitchen which includes: a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, sink, coffee pot, dishes for 4, pots, and pans. It's a little small but it works. You can also get a two-bedroom perfect for grandparents and their grandkids.

    Cabins include their own bathroom and shower! Fireplace and BBQ outside of the cabin for your use upon request. All cabins now have Direct TV, WIFI is sketched, plan to come to hang out with the no service, and get back connected with your family.

    Cabins are$90.00(includes tax) per night. Large cabins$118.75(includes tax) per night. Large 2 bedroom$129.80(includes tax) per night One bedroom suite$118.75(includes tax) per night Subject to availability- Call to reserve yours now! (775)962-5293

    Full hookups and dump stations available.

    Love this place, we didn't camp here but we checked everything out and had to buy new propane tanks for our heater, worms for fishing, and yummy hot coffee.

  • Daisee Mae S.The Dyrt PRO User
    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.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2020

    Kershaw-Ryan State Park

    Beautiful gardens and desert trails surround this modest campground

    There are natural springs and the flora is gorgeous!!! The short overlook trail is absolutely stunning. Our trip was in Fall so the colors were amazing. We camped for only one night but had a good visit and plan to return since this is a very nice place. This is a small first come, first serve campground with electric hookups, restrooms, and more. Each site has a picnic table, BBQ, and fire pit. The picnic table has shade and there are trees around the campground. There are showers but I didn't use them to verify they work well or are warm. There are water spouts, for use but not to hookup. There is a dump station at the park entrance but no sewer hookups. We got the last spot in the campground, it fills up quickly and people came after us who had to leave to find another place. Lesson: arrive early in the day probably between 10am-1pm will get you a spot. The campground is at the park entrance and is 0.8 miles from the main park area where the playground, wading pool, grassy areas, and most trail heads are. That main area is also where you will find maps and the stamp to use on your Nevada state parks passport. When we came the wading pool was empty. But I guess during summer it's a nice refreshing place for children to play. There are two spots to play horse shoes and one for volleyball. The playground equipment is old but usable. Cellular service is better up at the main park area than at the campground but the campground does offer wifi for a fee. Just outside the state park is a grazing area with cows and just past that is the railroad- you may hear the train from your campsite. We liked that but I'm sure some people wouldn't. Animals in the area we saw: turkey, rabbits, kangaroo rats, frogs, and various butterflies. The camping price is$15 per night without hookups,$25 with hookups OR if you get the state park all access pass then camping is free and you just pay$10 for the hookups if you use them. Read up on the Nevada State Park website for more details.

  • Stephen K.
    Jun. 20, 2019

    Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground

    Very Unique location

    Nice little campground located in the Cathedral Gorge State Park in Eastern central Nevada. Sites are first come first serve. Each has Electrical hook ups, but no sewer/dump facilities. Bathrooms have running water and a shower which is very nice. The hiking trails are great and provide lots of exploring on the Cathedral Gorge.

    Steve, the “Happy Camper”

  • Rick P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground

    Special park

    One of the best hidden gems in Nevada! Great camping with clean restrooms and well maintained campgrounds. Plenty of good trails nooks and crannies to explore.

    Highly recommended!!

  • Gina J.
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Meadow Valley Campground

    Beautiful tent camping site from BLM

    I happened upon this campground by accident and so happy about it. There is a sign warning that the grounds are not suitable for RV or trailers so it's perfect for tent campers wanting to get away from that. The campground is set just off the highway leading to Spring Valley State Park. It is a small campground but is surrounded by untouched natural beauty. All of the sites have picnic tables (not covered), fire pits and grills for cooking. The sites are pretty good sized and set far enough away from each other to give plenty of privacy. There are tent pads at some sites but all sites seemed level and spacious. There's easy access to the bathrooms. Bring in your water as there is no access.


Guide to Panaca

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Panaca, Nevada, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet owners like the variety of amenities available

  • The Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground offers electric hookups and clean restrooms, making it a comfortable choice for pet owners.
  • At Kershaw-Ryan State Park, you’ll find spacious sites with drinking water and picnic tables, perfect for a family outing with your pets.
  • Young's RV Park features full hookups and immaculate restrooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for both you and your pets.

Dog owners appreciate the scenic activities

  • The Horsethief Gulch Campground is known for its beautiful views and nearby hiking trails, ideal for exploring with your dog.
  • At Chief Mountain South Campground, you can enjoy quiet nights under the stars and take your pet on leisurely walks through the area.
  • Pioche City Park offers great hiking opportunities and a chance to spot local wildlife, making it a fun destination for pet lovers.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great features

  • The Eagle Valley Resort & RV Park has a pet-friendly policy and offers cabins and RV spaces, perfect for a family getaway.
  • Roll-Inn RV Park provides full hookups and a welcoming atmosphere for pets, making it a convenient stop for travelers.
  • Pioche RV Park & Campground features community restrooms and showers, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your furry companions.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Panaca, NV is Cathedral Gorge State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 33 reviews.

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