Best Glamping near Ruth, NV

Ely KOA houses premium glamping accommodations including teepees and covered wagons with mountain views, situated just south of town on Highway 93. The property features full hookups, spacious sites with picnic tables, and clean facilities for a comfortable stay. One guest noted, "Mt views, Teepees and covered wagons too" with "clean and neat grounds." Glamping options include comfortable beds with linens, nearby hiking trails, and amenities like hot showers with good water pressure. The site sits at approximately 7,000 feet elevation, offering excellent stargazing opportunities in a quiet setting away from city lights while maintaining convenient access to town services.

Trails accessible directly from the grounds provide opportunities for walking, biking, and off-road vehicle exploration across the surrounding landscape. According to a visitor, "There are trails right from the grounds for walking, biking, quading." The boutique camping experience includes access to a small shop with camping supplies, laundry facilities, and playground areas for families. Schellraiser, another glamping resort in the area, offers more secluded yurt rentals with picnic tables, showers, and toilets in a pristine setting. Both locations serve as excellent basecamps for exploring nearby attractions, including Great Basin National Park approximately one hour away. Most glamping accommodations in the area remain open year-round, though visitors should prepare for cool nights due to the high elevation, especially during spring and fall seasons.

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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

  • 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.

  • Vikki Z.
    Aug. 22, 2018

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Lots of spaces, lots of choices.

    You have a lot to pick from, no reservations required. Tent, camper, or walk in, all are welcomed. Water is available during the summer, restrooms are ok, trash can through out. Plenty of privacy in your space, all for 15 per night and no national park entrance.

    Plenty of hiking spots and a cave to explore. Cafe and gift shop not far away.

    Great national park to visit, not very busy but very beautiful.


Guide to Ruth

Ely and Ruth, Nevada camping options range from established RV parks to remote tent sites at elevations from 6,000-7,500 feet. The high-desert climate brings cool nights year-round, with temperatures often dropping 30-40 degrees after sunset even in summer months. The area's dark skies make it ideal for stargazing while camping near the Schell Creek and Egan mountain ranges.

What to do

Hiking trails from campground: At Baker Creek Campground, trails lead directly from your site into Great Basin National Park. "There are trails running off from the campground so no driving is necessary," notes camper Liv L. The campground sits alongside a year-round creek at higher elevation.

Wildlife viewing: Bird Creek Campground provides opportunities to spot local wildlife in a secluded setting. "Nice and quiet small campground. 9 sites and a group area. Seems a great place for mountain biking and hiking," reports Anne E. The campground stays cool at night with pleasant breezes during daytime.

Stargazing: The remote location near Ruth offers exceptional night sky viewing. "Stars, water sounds, fall colors, and wildlife all amazing!" writes Seren W. about Baker Creek. The minimal light pollution and higher elevation provide ideal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts.

What campers like

Creek access: Several campgrounds feature water access. "Site 9 has a bridge across the creek to the site making it feel like a little private island," writes Hallie about Bird Creek. The sound of flowing water adds to the camping experience while providing a natural play area.

Private campsites: Many campers appreciate the spacing between sites. At Timber Creek Campground, shannon R. found "Beautiful tailpipes and aspens with a flowing creek." Though privacy varies between campgrounds, many sites offer some separation from neighbors.

Clean facilities: Yurt camping near Ruth, Nevada often includes access to maintained restrooms. "Booked through Airbnb. Great place to stay with a variety of camping, tent, or tiny house options," notes Skyler M. about Schellraiser. "There is a bathroom/shower trailer that was very clean and being able to take a hot shower was nice."

What you should know

Seasonal operation: Many campgrounds operate seasonally due to elevation. "The ranger trail is accessible from the campground and runs in either direction. This is not a loop! It connects to other campgrounds in Humboldt National Forest and spans more than 60 miles," explains Hallie about Bird Creek.

Road conditions: Some access roads require careful driving. "Road is a bit rough up, have the trailer secured," warns shannon R. about Timber Creek Campground. Many high-elevation sites require driving on unpaved roads.

Limited amenities: Prepare for basic facilities at most sites. "Vault toilets, no water during our stay (June '26). It sits above a mile elevation, so the temps were decent at night," reports Greebly M. about Baker Creek. Water availability varies between campgrounds and seasons.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Ely KOA offers family-friendly facilities. "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," writes Brittney C. The KOA provides structured activities for children.

Wildlife education: Local wildlife viewing creates learning opportunities. "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 it's salt content," shares Michael J. about Baker Creek.

Temperature preparation: Pack layers for children due to significant temperature drops. "With the high elevation the nights did get chilly even though the days were warm," notes Hallie about the Bird Creek area. Temperature variations of 30+ degrees between day and night are common.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Valley View RV & Mobile Home Park offers long-term options. "We stayed 13 weeks in February--May 2018. 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," reports Karen M.

Hookup availability: Confirm utility connections before arrival. "It's a KOA Journey, so, close to a 'major' road (RT 93), which was very quiet despite proximity. The spaces are quite close together, so privacy is minimal," explains kristin S. about Ely KOA. Hookups vary significantly between campgrounds.

Pull-through access: Some campgrounds accommodate larger vehicles. "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!" notes Susan N. about the Ely KOA, which has pull-through sites for easier RV parking.

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