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Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area

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Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area near Ely, NV, features open terrain with sparse vegetation and a reservoir. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park and enjoy fishing or boating on the reservoir.

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Location

Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area is located in Nevada

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Directions

Located 37 miles west of Ely on Highway 50, turn at the sign for Illipah Reservoir and continue 1 mile to a road junction, turn left and continue 1.3 miles to the campground.

Coordinates

39.33631871 N
115.38942375 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Poor
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 27, 2024

Great free campground

Pretty nice campground with the reservoir, adjacent dirt roads, and closeness(yet not too close to the 50)

Stayed their for a night while going across Nevada. Nice views, pit toilets, tables, some sites have shade structures, metal fire pits, easy dirt road in.

There are cows and in my experience RVs left their generators running quite late were the cons if you consider those as such, but I really thought it was a good site.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2022

Spread out and free

Great for a stop over for sure. Folks here for the water (low) and ATV. A quiet night and can’t get better for free!

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2021

Nice scenery in Nevada

Great free campground.  There's a dirt road going around the reservoir and one can go for a long walk.  (Driving a subaru impreza hatchback with 5.1 inches ground clearance.)

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area by Daniel V., August 15, 2021
  • Review photo of Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area by Daniel V., August 15, 2021
  • Review photo of Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area by Daniel V., August 15, 2021
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Reviewed May. 19, 2020

Windy but nice views

Free campsites along the reservoir, windy up on the high spots. Fire pits, picnic tables (some with shade) and wind fences. Great views, better for campervan or RV camping just because of the high wind and no pads, but you could do it. No cell coverage on sprint or Verizon while here.

  • Review photo of Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area by Kailey C., May 19, 2020
  • Review photo of Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area by Kailey C., May 19, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area?

    Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Illipah Reservoir Recreation Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.