Bird Creek Campground
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, Nevada
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As of October 2026, Bird Creek Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada with 5 campsites. Bird Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Bird Creek Campground is located at 39.4633° N, 114.6531° W.
- people allowed on 2 of 5 sites
- 16
- people allowed on the largest site
- 100
Bird Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum reservations at once: 5 reservations
- Maximum per transaction: 5 reservations per transaction
Published by Recreation.gov for Bird Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Bird Creek Campground
- Standard 3
- Group 2
- Accessible 5
What an RV fits
- 24 ft1 site
- 30 ft2 sites
- 40 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.
All sites at Bird Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BIRD CREEK RECREATION AREA | Standard | 6 | 40 ft | Accessible |
| 2 | BIRD CREEK RECREATION AREA | Standard | 16 | 24 ft | Accessible |
| 5 (MULTI-FAMILY) | Bird Creek Recreation Area | Standard | 32 | 30 ft | Accessible |
| 8 | Bird Creek Recreation Area | Group | 16 | 30 ft | Accessible |
| Group Site A | Bird Creek Recreation Area | Group | 100 | - | Accessible |
About Bird Creek Campground
Overview
Bird Creek Recreation Area is located in the Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range. It sits at an elevation of 8,200 feet, approximately 25 miles from the small city of Ely. Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area.
Recreation
The Ranger Trail can be accessed from this campground. The Ranger Trail is a designated OHV trail that also accommodates hiking and mountain biking use as well. The 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive is also in the area, with views of high desert and mountain terrain.
Facilities
The campground has 10 sites. Site A is a day-use group stie, site 5 is a mult-family site, sites 1, 3, 4, 6, and 7 are single sites, sites 8 and 9 are double sites requiring a short walk from the parking area, on one to two bridges over Bird Creek. All sites have picnic and serving tables, campfire rings and grills.
Vault toilets and drinking water are provided seasonally. This is a "pack it in, pack it out" facility.
Natural Features
Bird Creek flows perennially through the campground. A mixed forest of juniper, pinyon pine and alder trees covers the area, but provides only limited shade.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (775) 289-3031.
Nearby Attractions
Cave Lake State Park and Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park are a few miles from Ely. Interesting historic stone ovens and an interpretive trail are available there. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides.
Charges & Cancellations
All change and cancellation requests should be done through Recreation.gov.
Rules and notices at Bird Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Bird Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Group site is available for day-use only
Utility hookups are not available
Click here for more information on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Bird Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Bird Creek Campground?
Bird Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Bird Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Bird Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Bird Creek Campground have?
Bird Creek Campground has 5 campsites.
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