Nestled at 6,400 feet in the Ruby Mountains, this small USFS campground offers 40 sites along Thomas Creek with vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. The setting is spectacular—aspen groves, towering peaks, and a year-round creek running through camp. Most sites can handle mid-size RVs, though a few are tent-only. No hookups or water spigots.
Access via gravel Forest Road 660 requires high-clearance but not 4WD under normal conditions. Popular with hunters in fall and hikers heading into the Ruby Crest Trail system. Typically open June through October depending on snowpack. Sites fill up on summer weekends.
Alpine Forest Service camp in the Ruby Mountains
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Nevada Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 6400 ft |
| Nearest town | Elko, Nevada |
| Miles from pavement | 12.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 40 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $20.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | June-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |