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Best Equestrian Camping near Ruth, NV

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Sacramento Pass Recreation Area offers horse-friendly camping with dedicated equestrian sites in the upper camping area. Located approximately 8 miles west of Great Basin National Park near Ruth, Nevada, this free BLM campground includes a horse corral in the upper camping section. The campground features two distinct camping areas - a lower area near a small pond just off Highway 50, and an upper equestrian area about half a mile up a dirt road. Each camping area provides basic amenities including vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. The upper equestrian area offers more seclusion with sites nestled among trees and excellent views of Wheeler Peak.

Multiple trail access points surround the Sacramento Pass area, providing opportunities for horseback riding throughout the surrounding BLM land. The Lucky Boy trail and Sacramento Pass trail are accessible directly from the campground. The campground maintains clean conditions despite being a free site with a 14-day stay limit. Vault toilets are generally well-maintained, though campers should bring their own toilet paper. The upper equestrian area provides ample parking for horse trailers with room for larger rigs. Riders particularly appreciate the direct trail access and spectacular mountain views from the equestrian camping area, which sits at a higher elevation than the main camping area and offers better scenery.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Ruth, NV

27 Reviews of 5 Ruth Campgrounds

  • J
    Oct. 21, 2020

    Sacramento Pass Recreation Area

    Convenient well-kept BLM campground near Great Basin Park

    Although it is not immediately evident at the entrance, there are two camping areas here.  One circle of 8 or 9(?) sites which surround a little pond nearer to the highway, and then second set of    5 or 6 campsites perhaps a half-mile away past an open gate.    I was travelling solo, just had a tent.    I approached Great Basin Park too close to sunset to arrange for tent camping, so this area popped up along my route.  I am so glad i stopped to check it out.  I found a spot before sunset, up in the "equestrian' area.   Other spots were occupied by some RV'ers but they were very nice.  The vault toilets are maintained.   The sites are not large but are well laid out and spaced apart, consisting of a fire ring, a grill, and a crushed-rock level area.   After dark I had excellent view of the starry skies.  Quiet neighbor campers.   Seemed safe.

  • Kailey C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 18, 2020

    Sacramento Pass Recreation Area

    Free secluded camping

    Since Basin was closed due to COVID, we stayed at the Sac Pass area right outside and it didn't disappoint. When you pull in there are about 6 spots with shade, picnic tables, trash cans, toilets and firepits. If you take an immediate left when you pull in, go up to the equestrian campgrounds. We stayed at the one on the far left and it was secluded with a tent pad and firepit/table. Toilets were clean and well maintained. Hiked the Sac Pass trail and Lucky Boy trail right outside out camping spot. Some cell service in certain spots.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Sacramento Pass BLM Campground

    Clean, good alternative to Great Basin which tends to run FULL

    FREE! On the whole, avg., 3 stars. Not many developed BLM sites around.

    Great Basin was full, so went west on 6 about 8 miles and pulled into dispersed campground where there were some covered picnic tables at sites around a large central pond, following road up to equestrian corral and were several more sites. Stayed in#7 which was exposed, but the last one available so we took it. Free. Pit toilets are dirty but don't stink and trash has been emptied. Nice views to Wheeler Peak and out across UT

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Sacramento Pass BLM Campground

    FREE. NIce alternative to Great Basin NP which runs FULL

    On the whole, it's avg. as far as campgrounds go

    Great Basin was full, so went west on 6 about 8 miles and pulled into dispersed campground where there were some covered picnic tables at sites around a large central pond, following road up to equestrian corral and were several more sites. Stayed in#7 which was exposed, but the last one available so we took it. Free. Pit toilets are dirty but don't stink and trash has been emptied. Nice views to Wheeler Peak and out across UT

  • allison W.
    Jul. 24, 2022

    Timber Creek Campground

    Cute and convenient I-80 stop

    This is a popular stop near the town of Ely (a couple miles north off the highway; the closest town is actually McGill). Because of its proximity to a major thoroughfare, and I guess what northern Nevada would consider a major town, it seems like it fills up quickly. There isn’t a lot of privacy from neighbors because the foliage is limited and the landscaping is minimal, but it’s clean, relatively quiet, well run, and a good pit stop if you’re making a run across this area of the country.

    Recommend that, if you know you’re coming in advance, you go ahead and make reservations at recreation.gov.

    There are two pit toilets in a pretty good state of cleanliness. Potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings. Out of the eleven sites total, five are considered group sites and six are considered RV sites (you can car/tent camp here no problem, however).

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Sacramento Pass Recreation Area

    Awesome free sites near Great Bassin national park

    There is a lower and upper camp spots. The upper is about 1mi up a dirt road and has some shade trees but no ramadas. Both have vault toilets. Trash at lower. Horse corral at upper. No cell service except one bar at peak of hill anout 3/4 mi up from lower. Great views of wheeler peak, good hiking trails. Bring tp for the toilets, which were clean just no tp. And FREE 14 day limit. Hot but not unbearable in late july.

  • James J.
    Jun. 20, 2022

    Ward Mtn. Campground (murray Summit)

    RV friendly NPS

    Very nice NPS campground. My 30' TT and 20' truck found ample back-in FF spaces. Mostly flat. Table, grill and prep counter in good shape. Space is composed of small rock. A separate spot for a tent or (?) which is also covered with small rock is adjacent. Pit toilets were clean. At this time, the area lacks culinary water, hence the one-star deduction. RV dumps located in Ely at gas stations. Some sites can be reserved. About an hour's drive to Great Basin N.P.. 

    T-Mobile's signal was good.

  • jessica L.
    May. 23, 2025

    Sacramento Pass Recreation Area

    Very busy, loud ATVs

    Not a bad location, clean bathroom! Definitely a very busy site. All spots were taken on a Wednesday night in May. Super loud ATVs driving pass me at night. Found a 4wd spot tucked away in the back with an unofficial fire pit.

    Would’ve been nice without the noise No cell service

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Sacramento Pass Recreation Area

    Easy to get to, good place for FREE overnight

    This place is located just over the summit of Sacramento Pass on the right hand side the road. Small pond surrounded by several sites in a loop. Covered picnic tables on cement slab with BBQ and there is also a fire pit. Pit Toilets and garbage dumpster are also on site. The campground is close to the road but it was surprisingly not as loud as anticipated. More campers came and squeezed into spaces in between designated sites later in the evening but it did not seem overcrowded. Great FREE place to spend the night while traveling through.

Guide to Ruth

Horse camping in Nevada offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With several campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • The Cleve Creek Campground is nestled among cottonwoods and offers access to the flowing Cleve Creek, perfect for a refreshing break after a day of riding.
  • Just a short drive from the Sacramento Pass BLM Campground, you can explore the scenic trails of Great Basin National Park, ideal for horseback riding.
  • The Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit) is close to numerous hiking and biking trails, providing diverse options for outdoor adventures.

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