Timber Creek Campground
TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND
Part of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Timber Creek Campground is located in Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 8,500 feet, approximately 25 miles from the small city of Ely. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, horseback riding, fishing and off-road vehicle riding, among other activities.Facilities
The campground has five group campsites, which serve varying sizes of groups between 25-100 people. Some sites require a short walk from the parking area, on a bridge over Timber Creek, to access the site pad.
All sites have picnic and serving tables, a campfire ring and a grill. Vault toilets and drinking water is provided. This is a "pack it in, pack it out" site, with no trash collection service.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a dense forest of Engelmann spruce, aspen and white fir trees, which offers partial shade and beautiful fall color. Timber Creek flows past the campground. High Schells Wilderness sits immediately ajacent to the campground and has multiple peaks greater than 11,000 ft. in elevation.
Recreation
Timber Creek is a perennial stream with rainbow and brook trout fishing. The High Schells Wilderness can be accessed from a trailhead located a half-mile up the road from the campground.
The 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive is located in the Duck Creek Basin with views of the surrounding high desert and mountain terrain.
Access to the Ranger OHV Trail is located below the campground and offers recreational opportunities for OHVs, horseback, mountain bikes and hiking.
Nearby Attractions
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park is a few miles southeast of Ely, providing an opportunity to see interesting historic stone ovens and hike an interpretive trail. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides.Cave Lake State Park is a few miles south of Duck Creek Basin along the Success Loop Road.
Important Notices
Trailers and RVs are limited to 34 feet in length, due to tight turns
- Single-family campsites within the campground are available on a first-come, first-served basis
Click here for more information on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Notifications and Alerts
The water at our facility has been shutoff for the winter season. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
Available Activities
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Hunting - Hunting
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Biking - Biking
- Backpacking - Backpacking
- Birding - Birding
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Cross Country Skiing - Cross Country Skiing
- Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
- Horse Camping - Horse Camping
- Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
- Mountain Climbing - Mountain Climbing
- Off Highway Vehicle Trails - Off Highway Vehicle Trails
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Photography - Photography
- Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
- Snowshoeing - Snowshoeing
- Star Gazing - Star Gazing
- Wilderness - Wilderness
Directions
From McGill, travel north on Highway 93 for 5 miles. Turn on State Route 486 and continue 8 miles on the paved road. Turn left on Forest Road 425, at the Timber Creek sign, and drive up the dirt road another 3 miles to the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 775-289-3031
825 AVENUE EELY, NV 89301
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site C, Loop TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site A, Loop TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop Timber Creek Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop Timber Creek Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop Timber Creek Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site D, Loop TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site B, Loop TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site E, Loop TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
