Humboldt National Forest encompasses Cherry Creek, a US Forest Service campground that operates from April through October in the high desert terrain near Alamo. The campground features both forested and open areas, providing variety in site selection and exposure levels.
Access requires planning around the seasonal closure period, with the Forest Service maintaining the facility during warmer months when snow typically clears from higher elevations. Campers can explore camping near Humboldt National Forest for additional options in this expansive forest system. The combination of tree cover and open spaces allows visitors to choose sites based on their preference for shade or sun exposure.
Description
Located at the foot of the Quinn Canyon Wilderness. It is a rustic and mostly undeveloped campground in the middle of a pinyon-juniper forest. Generally open from the end of May thru September (pending snow and accessibility)
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCherry Creek is located in Nevada near Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Directions
This area is located is located 3 hours southwest of Ely. Take US highway 6, 23 miles south of Ely. Turn onto State highway 318 and drive south 41 miles to Sunnyside (Wayne E. Kirsch Wildlife Preserve). Turn onto an improved gravel and dirt road and drive 45 miles west. Look for Cherry Creek signs along the way.
Coordinates
38.15500038 N
115.62400027 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 46 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 20 min from St. George, UT
- 5 hrs 24 min from Carson City, NV
- 8 hrs 1 min from Visalia, CA
