Dayton State Park Campground
Reviewed Jul. 2, 2021

Unexpected Oasis

First stop in my early summer road trip. Stayed for two nights. Easy self pay station at the front entrance. To get to the campground at the first right little dirt road before the pay station. Entrance into the park patch to the campground has a limited day-use fee also and there is group they use facilities with a large barbecue and outdoor sink that you would be able to wash dishes at if necessary. Great shaded spot in the middle of the desert. This was quite the unexpected little Oasis. Comes with peacocks. Limited number of spots available for tent camping or RV camping with no hookups. There are water spickets available and the park part of this Campground has flush toilets. The campground itself comes with a fire ring and a picnic bench. Trees are plentiful shade is wonderful the heat in this area in the summer time is Relentless but the shade is perfect at this location. There are peacocks on the property that apparently come from somewhere else I believe there are at least three of them they do make noise at night but it's not ridiculous unless there are coyotes on the property. Beware this is the desert there is wild life. Do not leave your food out at night. Bear boxes are not provided but keep your food items inside of your tent or your vehicle or lock them up. I did not have any issues because I am Savvy to the situation. I had a wonderful time hiking around and exploring the area through the trails making my way to the Carson River. This place is a gem and I will be back!

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  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Dayton State Park Campground by kathleen K., July 2, 2021