Free dispersed camping along Highway 93 north of Ely draws campers willing to navigate rough access roads for no-cost overnight stays. The Bureau of Land Management site sits on open terrain with level gravel spots suitable for RVs and tent camping alike.
Access requires passing through a Department of Transportation gate that must remain closed, with some reviewers noting the need to drive over sagebrush to maneuver larger rigs. One camper with a 22-foot travel trailer managed the turnaround but described it as a one-night stop rather than an extended stay destination. The flat terrain provides multiple camping options, though site quality varies across the dispersed area.
Cell service reaches the camping area, and campfires are permitted throughout the site. Some confusion exists about amenities, as one reviewer mentioned fee sites with fire pits while another found only the free gravel parking area. A creek runs behind certain camping spots, with cattle roaming the surrounding BLM land. "There was a nice creek behind us and lots of cows roaming," notes one visitor who appreciated the water access.
The location serves campers seeking campsites near Ely without reservation requirements. Bring your own firewood and water, as services are limited in this dispersed setting.
Description
Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources.
Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska)
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Map & DirectionsOld 93 BLM is located in Nevada near Ely
Coordinates
39.48182417 N
114.7678884 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/16/26
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/16/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 59 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Ogden, UT
- 3 hrs 33 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 37 min from Provo, UT










