Best Glamping near Garrison, UT

Baker Creek Campground at Great Basin National Park has luxury canvas tent options for visitors seeking glamping experiences just over an hour's drive from Garrison. These spacious accommodations boast comfortable beds with linens, private picnic tables, and easy access to the creek that runs through the property. The glamping sites are thoughtfully arranged among pine trees for privacy while providing the perfect base for exploring one of America's least-visited national parks. Ely KOA, located within driving distance, features upscale yurts and glamping tents with modern amenities including electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities. "The sites are secluded. The east side of the campground has incredible pull through sites," notes one guest who appreciated the privacy.

Stargazing enthusiasts find these glamping resorts particularly appealing, as Great Basin National Park is renowned for its exceptional dark sky viewing opportunities. The park's astronomy programs showcase spectacular night skies unobstructed by light pollution, making geodesic domes and canvas accommodations with panoramic viewing areas especially popular. Nearby attractions include Lehman Caves with guided tours and hiking trails leading to Nevada's only glacier. The upper elevation glamping sites provide a refreshing escape from desert heat with cool mountain air. A recent visitor mentioned, "Stars, water sounds, fall colors, and wildlife all amazing!" Many glamping pods are positioned to take advantage of the babbling creek sounds that provide natural ambient noise throughout the night. Reservations are essential during peak season from May through October.

Best Glamping Sites Near Garrison, Utah (8)

    1. Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    26 Reviews
    Baker, NV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 234-7331

    "It had multiple spaces to place tents, a picnic table, a firepit and their was also a bathroom on the campground."

    "We arrived late on a Thursday afternoon in late September and got one of (if not the) last available sites."

    2. Ely KOA

    20 Reviews
    Ely, NV
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 289-3413

    "It has air and heat along with a small fridge. The porch had a nice swing to enjoy! The bathroom was clean and showers clean and hot. NIce quIet campground and also has a nice country store."

    "The bathrooms were very clean and the grounds immaculate. Easy to get to and the store well stocked. Staff was very helpful."

    3. Cleve Creek Campground

    1 Review
    Ely, NV
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 289-1800

    "There is a large group suite with an elaborate grill and fireplace. Super cool spot!"

    4. Timber Creek Campground

    2 Reviews
    Ely, NV
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 289-3031

    $10 - $60 / night

    "This is a popular stop near the town of Ely (a couple miles north off the highway; the closest town is actually McGill)."

    "Bathrooms were clean."

    5. Bird Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Ely, NV
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 289-3031

    $10 - $60 / night

    "Absolutely no noise and I was there on a Saturday and Sunday. Quite cool at night. Nice and breezy during the day. One big pull thru site. The rest are back in or tent."

    "The ranger trail is accessible from the campground and runs in either direction. This is not a loop! It connects to other campgrounds in Humboldt National Forest and spans more than 60 miles."

    6. Valley View RV & Mobile Home Park

    2 Reviews
    Ely, NV
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 289-3303

    $28 - $36 / night

    "Close to the town and the rly airport. About 5 minute drive to the ely train station which is super neat and have plenty of things going on including polar express."

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  • kristin S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Ely KOA

    All the basics you need

    It’s a KOA Journey, so, close to a “major” road (RT 93), which was very quiet despite proximity. It’s got nice views across the street, so if you’re on the first row of campsites, you’ll get front row seats. The spaces are quite close together, so privacy is minimal, though everyone was very respectful and quiet during quiet hours. Nice spot for access to Great Basin NP (which is a jewel, btw). Lots of options for fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities nearby too. We went to Cave Lake and were not impressed but... maybe it was just the wrong time of year (end of May). Sites are mostly level and big-rig friendly, hookups on site were reliable!

  • Samantha M.
    Jun. 29, 2016

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Amazing campground!

    I recently went to Great Basin National Park and stayed at the Baker Creek Campground. The campground was very clean & very well kept up. It had multiple spaces to place tents, a picnic table, a firepit and their was also a bathroom on the campground. The bathroom was extremely clean for being outside and basically being set up like a port-a-potty. It also even had seat covers and toilet paper. The campground also has "quiet hours" at night so it's very peaceful out there. There is also a small river inside of the campground and you can hear the water running from your space. It's amazing! I would recommend this campground to everyone!

  • D
    Oct. 16, 2021

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Quiet, Starry, and Roomy - Highly Recommended for Dry Campers

    This first-come-first-serve campground consists of two main loops plus additional areas designated for tent camping only. We arrived late on a Thursday afternoon in late September and got one of (if not the) last available sites. To get to the campground you drive about 2.5 miles down a dirt road which should be just fine no matter what kind of vehicle you drive, but as with any dirt road, you should expect your vehicle to get dusty. The campground is very quiet at night with just the chirping sounds of the crickets and the babbling of nearby Baker Creek. And there are so many stars at night you'd think you were on the red carpet at the Oscars!

    We stayed in Site #6, which was not only the perfect size for our 16' Airstream Basecamp and our Jeep Grand Cherokee, but also had a large picnic table, fire pit with grill, and an extra area of smoothed dirt surrounded by a small rock border and tall trees (we called this area our "living room"). Unfortunately, there is a fire ban in effect so we were unable to use our firepit.

    We work while on the road and had one bar of T-Mobile service, which improved to almost full bars with our WeBoost. There was no Verizon service on our hotspot, even with the WeBoost. Still, the T-Mobile service with the booster was perfect for working and was fast enough for Zoom and Teams video calls.

    The site is mostly level side-to-side, but not at all level front-to-back, which meant that our trailer tongue needed to be mere inches off the ground. Not an issue for our short trailer, but camper emptor! The freshwater spigot was adjacent to our site, which was convenient, and the bathrooms and trash receptacles were just a short 30-second walk away.

  • K
    Oct. 16, 2018

    Valley View RV & Mobile Home Park

    Close to town of ELY and very affordable, nice & helpful owners.

    It is right along US-93 N. We stayed 13 weeks in February--May 2018 (spouse is a Travel Nurse) They offer long term stays as well as daily travelers stopping for the evening. I believe the daily rate was around $35.00 and the monthly rate was $300. + electric. They have full hookups and also have a shower house with laundry & propane fill ups. Staff is very nice & helpfull. Best place to eat RACKSBar and Grill there is a nice grocery store Ridleys. Las Vegas is 4 hours south and UTAH boarder is close. BEST Coffee Espresso is Flower Basket & Espresso Depot

  • Deborah B.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Ely KOA

    awesome campground!

    I absolutely love this campground. I stayed in one of the cabins for 4 days and it was great. It has air and heat along with a small fridge. The porch had a nice swing to enjoy! The bathroom was clean and showers clean and hot. NIce quIet campground and also has a nice country store. I can't waIt to go back again this weekend!

  • Sotnos B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 28, 2021

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Quiet, large private sites

    Some reservable and some first come first serve campsites. Sites are offset and separated from each other lending a sense of privacy. Sites are large with lots of foliage/trees giving a lot of privacy. Nice flat pads with government issue concrete picnic tables and giant pedestal fire pits. Running creek nouse is lovely to sleep to. Quiet, quiet, quiet! Some sites are tent or RV specific. Air is cool and refreshing from desert valley heat. Lots of trees to hang your hammock from.

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Serenity by the stream

    This beautiful campground is located at the top of a three-mile corduroy gravel road along the babbling Baker Creek, and many of the sites (including ours - #2) are located within toe-dipping distance of its chilly clear waters. Some sites appear to be much smaller. There are also a couple of pull-through sites for trailers, and a few walk-in sites. You can’t make reservations, but there were several sites available when we arrived at about 3 pm. It did appear to mostly fill up by dinner time. There are drinking water standpipes scattered around, fairly clean vault toilets, and garbage cans that indicate that animal food invasions are rare. Every site has a NPS-issue concrete picnic table and fire ring. Somebody had obviously put time into caring for this sweet campground. Rocks have been placed in decorative rings around trees and bushes. Nice touch. Cost is $15 per night, and half if you have a senior pass. You pay in an envelope by credit card or cash. They don’t accept checks. Don’t miss the beautiful hike at the top of Mt. Wheeler Scenic Drive (see photos).

  • C
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Ely KOA

    KOA Ely, NV

    The bathrooms were very clean and the grounds immaculate. Easy to get to and the store well stocked. Staff was very helpful.

  • K
    Oct. 7, 2023

    Baker Creek Campground — Great Basin National Park

    Scenic

    Absolutely one of my favorites. We pretty much had the campground to ourselves. The babbling creek and the color changing of the leaves made this campsite perfect. Pit toilets were not horrible but really could use some hand sanitizer in them at least… Our campsite was by the rushing creek it was lovely to hear. Fire pits and picnic tables were nice too.


Guide to Garrison

Baker Creek Campground at Great Basin National Park offers rustic camping at 7,530 feet elevation, providing a cool retreat from Nevada's summer heat. The campground sits along flowing Baker Creek, roughly 68 miles from Garrison, Utah. Winter temperatures can drop well below freezing with snow cover common from late October through April.

What to do

Hike the Ranger Trail: Bird Creek Campground connects directly to the Ranger Trail, which extends over 60 miles through Humboldt National Forest. "We hiked out and back several times and drove the success loop (a beautiful scenic gravel road)," notes a visitor at Bird Creek Campground.

Visit Lehman Caves: Located near Baker Creek, these limestone caves feature stunning formations. "Don't forget to go to Lehman Caves!" advises a camper who stayed at Baker Creek Campground. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring these underground wonders.

Wildlife viewing: The area around Cleve Creek offers excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "We camped here in October and the creek was still flowing strong. Small campground nestled among cottonwoods with 12 sites," shares a visitor to Cleve Creek Campground, noting its natural setting ideal for observing local fauna.

What campers like

Creek access: Many campsites provide direct water access. "This beautiful campground is located at the top of a three-mile corduroy gravel road along the babbling Baker Creek, and many of the sites (including ours - #2) are located within toe-dipping distance of its chilly clear waters," describes a Baker Creek visitor.

Private camping spots: Timber Creek Campground offers secluded sites. "Site 5 is a great spot. However the site itself is across the little bridge from the parking area so be prepared to walk some stuff into the site," shares a camper who appreciated the extra privacy.

Yurt camping options: Near Garrison, Utah, yurt accommodations provide comfort in all seasons. "We have been roaming around Nevada for a week now and this is the nicest campground we have stayed at," mentions a visitor to Ely KOA, which offers yurts with modern amenities just over an hour from Garrison.

What you should know

Campsite differences: Not all sites are created equal at Baker Creek. "Bakers Creek campsite is great. The sights are good sized, and they're spaced pretty well. Definitely won't run into you're neighbors," explains a camper, though others note that "Some sites appear to be much smaller."

Weather preparedness: The high elevation means temperature fluctuations. "With the high elevation the nights did get chilly even though the days were warm," warns a Bird Creek camper who visited during summer months.

Reservations vs. first-come: While some campgrounds require advance booking, others don't. "It's first come first serve, but Bakers Creek doesn't fill up often," notes a visitor, providing useful information for planning flexibility near Garrison, Utah.

Tips for camping with families

Pack supplies carefully: Limited services mean preparation is key. "National Park campground is decent. I reserve 5 star ratings for truly exceptional places, this ain't it. Vault toilets, no water during our stay (June '26)," cautions a visitor to Baker Creek, emphasizing the need for self-sufficiency.

Child-friendly amenities: Ely KOA offers family facilities. "This place is great it has a pool, playground, so many family activities, a big grass area for the tent campers which is super cool," recommends a parent, noting the additional comforts for yurt camping near Garrison, Utah.

Check tent space limitations: Some sites have restricted tent areas. "Our campsite #5 was not the best. The place to set up our tent was very small and sloping down. It was so windy that our tent would have blown away had we not tied it to the tree," warns a Baker Creek visitor.

Tips from RVers

Road conditions: Access roads can challenge larger vehicles. "Road is a bit rough up, have the trailer secured," advises an RV camper at Timber Creek Campground, highlighting the importance of preparation when bringing trailers.

Full hookup options: For those needing amenities, Valley View RV Park provides services. "Full hook ups, gravel roads throughout. They do have pads that are not cement but gravel but they do have tables in them. Big trees for some shade which is always good," explains a reviewer, noting its proximity to town conveniences.

RV site spacing: The sites at Baker Creek accommodate different vehicle sizes. "We had a stream running next to us, a picnic table and plenty of room to back a truck in," reports a visitor, though larger RVs may find limited options at some of the more rustic campgrounds.

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