Established Camping

Tonkin Spring

Tonkin Spring in Nevada offers a landscape characterized by open desert terrain and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Nearby, visitors can explore the Toiyabe National Forest and the historic mining town of Austin, providing opportunities for hiking and exploring local history.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Tonkin Spring is located northwest of the Roberts Mountains, at the mouth or Red Canyon, in Eureka County, Nevada. This recreation site is isolated and undeveloped with no facilities, so please plan your outing accordingly.

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Location

Tonkin Spring is located in Nevada

Directions

The turn-off to Tonkin Spring is approximately 25 miles west of Eureka, Nevada on U.S. Highway 50 and signed (the 3-Bars road). From the 3-Bars turnoff, travel 35 miles north on a maintained gravel road to the recreation area. The recreation site is just north of the road from the Tonkin Spring Mine sign.