Karen B.
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ScoutPine Creek Campground
This campground never disappoints
Solitude. Fishing. Wilderness trail access. Nighttime star gazing. Can't say enough how glad this little area was given some love and rebuilt.
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Pine Creek Campground houses glamping accommodations in a serene forest setting near Round Mountain, Nevada. Situated at an elevation of 7,510 feet, the campground features comfortable canvas tent options nestled among quaking aspen and birch trees along a rushing creek. These glamping accommodations include picnic tables, fire pits with grills, and access to vault toilets. According to one visitor, "The stream adds idyllic camping ambiance," with the sound of running water enhancing the experience. The location offers exceptional privacy with most sites strategically placed to maximize seclusion while maintaining views of the picturesque creek. While amenities remain rustic, the natural setting creates an upscale outdoor experience with sites that accommodate various glamping setups, though cell reception is unavailable.
The area provides access to wilderness hiking trails directly from the campground, with a lovely canyon path suitable for moderate hiking excursions. A recent visitor noted, "The trail into the wilderness is a lovely canyon walk that is not too strenuous for the first mile to the first major creek crossing." Big Creek Campground, another glamping option about 15 miles from Austin, offers similar canvas accommodations alongside Big Creek with vault toilets and access to fishing opportunities. Both locations operate seasonally from May through November, with Pine Creek Campground requiring careful navigation as Google Maps directions may lead through private property. The surrounding landscape supports numerous outdoor activities including trout fishing, wildlife viewing, and exploration of the canyon systems, with Big Creek Canyon described as "beautiful" and "full of Aspens" by those who have stayed there.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Round Mountain (2)
1. Pine Creek Campground
"New tables, fire pits, grills and two of the three pit toilets are newer."
"Wilderness trail access. Nighttime star gazing. Can't say enough how glad this little area was given some love and rebuilt."
2. Big Creek Campground
"If you like camping in Nevada but don’t like dry camping or digging holes to use the bathroom, this place is awesome!"
"The drive in was amazing, a gravel road for about 10 miles, great plains to the right, and mountains to the left."
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 36 min from Reno, NV
- 3 hrs 40 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 3 hrs 40 min from Carson City, NV
- 7 hrs 38 min from Fresno, CA
Glamping Reviews near Round Mountain, NV
12 Reviews of 2 Round Mountain Campgrounds
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Sebastian D.
GuideBig Creek Campground
Hideout in hidden mountains
The drive in was amazing, a gravel road for about 10 miles, great plains to the right, and mountains to the left. Paved well for any vehicle, in my case a sedan with typical ground clearance can make it no issue to the site.
The creek is pretty and so are the nearby mountain ranges. On the way in it rained, and the mountains had some snow powder on top. I awoke to cold and a tent covered in snow, I did not expect that but that's what's awesome about adventurous spots like these. The campground is sufficiently far to not hear highway rolling sounds. The mountains are there to hike if you like. Certainly more to explore when I come back with warmer clothes! 
karen B.GuidePine Creek Campground
Amazimg solitude
Beautiful area. Road well maintained. Great slots. Lots of new improvements
- karen B.Guide
Pine Creek Campground
Tranquil campground and trailhead
This camp in on USFS land and was neglectef for many years, now it is one that all USFS campgrounds should aspire too
- RRebecca B.Guide
Big Creek Campground
Nice but small
This is a nice, small campground just west of Austin. It’s along a creek, which provides nice ambiance. We didn’t see much in the way of hiking trails, so we just walked our dog around the loop a lot. Pit toilets were fine. Only downside was that at some point recently, cows had been there. Some manure to avoid and, as a result, some flies. We were happy to stay there 4 nights, but we are moving on.
- TTeri S.Guide
Pine Creek Campground
Roaring river, almost empty campground
Elevation 7510 38°47′44″ N 116°50′58″ W Last 2-3 miles in the road is rocky but passable in a car or RV if driven slowly. Campground is in a lovely aspen and birch forest. Most sites are very private with some sites within sight of another site across the roaring creek. New tables, fire pits, grills and two of the three pit toilets are newer. Trail into the wilderness is a lovely canyon walk that is not too strenuous for the first mile to the first major creek crossing.
21 total sites 14 creekside 1 group site creekside 4 pull through. All need leveling 6 walk in
Most of the non creekside sites are on the north half before the bridge and are walk-ins. Some of the walk-ins have a parking space large enough for a 30’ rig but the roads are over grown enough to cause issue for tall rigs
Most spaces only accommodate a car, van or truck. Going in on the north side (straight as you enter the Campground ) there is a turnaround at the pit toilet. Do not go past here with a trailer or large RV without scouting it out first. The larger spaces on that side would accommodate a truck and 25’ trailer or possibly up to 30’ RV, but if the river is high and you cannot make the crossing at the south end of the campground you will have to back all the way out including across the narrow bridge!
No cell reception of any kind. Enjoy being disconnected for a while.
Free when we were there in 2024, but there were signs indicating that there was soon to be a fee.
- PPaul G.Scout
Big Creek Campground
Serene Spot
Campsites backup to big creek which is nice to sit and listen to the sound of the water rushing. Not much shade and there were lots of Mormon crickets roaming the campsite but otherwise a great overnight spot.
Matt D.GuideBig Creek Campground
A great place to escape and explore Nevada!
We love going out here. Gets busy Olon holiday weekends but decent during the week. 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.
- Alisen O.
TravelerPine Creek Campground
Serene
I went mid-week in July and we had the campground almost completely to ourselves. The sites vary in size greatly but we found a lovely space with room for multiple tents and trees for a hammock. The stream adds idyllic camping ambiance. The vault toilets are adequately maintained. It is tricky to get there - Google Maps will try to take you through private property. I recommend using the directions on the forest service website.
Guide to Round Mountain
Pine Creek Campground sits in the Monitor Valley at 7,510 feet elevation with 21 total campsites spread through a quiet aspen and birch forest. Most campsites require leveling and vary considerably in size, with the majority accommodating smaller vehicles rather than large RVs. The campground features 14 creekside sites, one group site by the water, four pull-through spots, and six walk-in sites. Access requires careful navigation on rocky roads for the final 2-3 miles, with coordinates at 38°47′44″N 116°50′58″W.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Big Creek Campground offers creek access for trout fishing, with catch rates varying by snowpack levels. "There are trout in the creek and easily accessible depending on how much snow the mountain range got the winter before," notes Graham K. about this primitive but developed site.
Trail exploration: The Monitor Valley features accessible hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. At Pine Creek Campground, Teri S. recommends the wilderness trail, describing it as "a lovely canyon walk that is not too strenuous for the first mile to the first major creek crossing."
Off-road adventures: The area provides extensive terrain for motorized recreation on established trails. "Tons of trails to explore on dirt bikes and quads. A lot of horse trails," reports Matt D., who frequently visits Big Creek Campground with his family.
What campers like
Creek sounds: The running water creates natural white noise throughout these camping areas. Paul G. notes that at Big Creek Campground, "Campsites backup to big creek which is nice to sit and listen to the sound of the water rushing."
Minimal crowds: Weekday visits often result in nearly empty campgrounds outside hunting season. "I went mid-week in July and we had the campground almost completely to ourselves," shares Alisen O., who stayed at Pine Creek.
Aspen groves: The deciduous forest setting provides ample shade during summer months. Graham K. describes Big Creek Canyon as "beautiful about 15 miles from the town of Austin and is full of Aspens," making it an ideal location for yurt camping near Round Mountain, Nevada.
What you should know
Road conditions: Access routes can be challenging but manageable with careful driving. "Last 2-3 miles in the road is rocky but passable in a car or RV if driven slowly," advises Teri S. regarding Pine Creek Campground access.
Navigation challenges: Online map services may provide incorrect directions to these remote sites. Alisen O. warns, "It is tricky to get there - Google Maps will try to take you through private property. I recommend using the directions on the forest service website."
No connectivity: Cell service is nonexistent, requiring advance planning. Teri S. confirms "No cell reception of any kind. Enjoy being disconnected for a while."
Tips for camping with families
Site selection: For families with children, prioritize creekside sites for water access and natural entertainment. At Pine Creek Campground, Alisen O. found "a lovely space with room for multiple tents and trees for a hammock."
Wildlife awareness: Insects can be prevalent during certain seasons at these campgrounds. When staying at Big Creek, Paul G. encountered "lots of Mormon crickets roaming the campsite but otherwise a great overnight spot."
Seasonal planning: The May through November operating season offers different experiences based on timing. Alison notes that Big Creek "gets busy on holiday weekends but decent during the week," suggesting mid-week visits for quieter family yurt camping near Round Mountain, Nevada.
Tips from RVers
Size limitations: Most sites accommodate smaller RVs but require advance planning. According to Alison, "The road is narrow and it would be an issue to meet someone on the road pulling your RV."
Turnaround space: RV campers should scout sites before committing, especially at Pine Creek. Teri S. cautions, "Do not go past here with a trailer or large RV without scouting it out first. The larger spaces on that side would accommodate a truck and 25' trailer or possibly up to 30' RV."
Leveling requirements: Most RV sites are not level and require stabilization equipment. "All need leveling," confirms Teri S. about the pull-through sites at Pine Creek Campground.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Round Mountain, NV is Pine Creek Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 6 reviews.
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