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East Creek Campground in Nevada
Hard to BookNational Forest

East Creek Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, Nevada

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As of September 2026, East Creek Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada with 7 campsites. East Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • East Creek Campground is located at 39.4967ยฐ N, 114.6548ยฐ W.

East Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum reservations at once: 7 reservations
  • Maximum per transaction: 7 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for East Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at East Creek Campground

  • Standard 7

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

All sites at East Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the East Creek Campground loop.

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About East Creek Campground

Overview

Located high on the slopes of the Schell Creek Range in the Duck Creek Basin, sitting in the middle of an alder, pinyon and juniper forest, East Creek Campground offers a wide range of recreation opportunities to the forest visitor. Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding are just some of the popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area. Elevation is 7,400 feet, located approximately 20 miles from Ely, Nevada.

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 12 newly improved sites and 3 vault toilets. All sites have picnic and serving tables, campfire rings and grills.

Water is not provided at this campground. This is a "pack it in, pack it out" facility.

Natural Features

East Creek, a perennial stream, runs directly through the picnic area and many birds make it their home during the spring and summer seasons.

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 both 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 East Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check East Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Utility hooksups are not available

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 .

East Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at East Creek Campground?

East 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 East Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at East 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 East Creek Campground have?

East Creek Campground has 7 campsites.

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