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Peavine Creek Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), camping is free, and it is open from mid-May to late October. Peavine Creek Campground is a National Forest campground near Hadley, Nevada.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Hadley, Nevada

Boundary sign for the Arc Dome Wilderness, which Peavine Creek Campground provides trail access to via the Peavine and Toms Canyon TrailheadsWildflowers in Copper Basin, northern Elko County, in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which the campground sits inside
Boundary sign for the Arc Dome Wilderness, which Peavine Creek Campground provides trail access to via the Peavine and Toms Canyon TrailheadsWildflowers in Copper Basin, northern Elko County, in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which the campground sits inside1 / 2

Boundary sign for the Arc Dome Wilderness, which Peavine Creek Campground provides trail access to via the Peavine and Toms Canyon Trailheads. Photo: Purceldj, CC BY 4.0

Managed by
National Forest
Max RV length
35 ft
Access road
Gravel
Cell service
No coverage
Shade
Some shade

Peavine Creek Campground sits inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Arc Dome Wilderness access: The Peavine and Toms Canyon Trailheads near the campground lead into the Arc Dome Wilderness and onto the Toiyabe Crest National Recreation Trail. (fs.usda.gov)

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26

Sites and hookups

Max RV length
35 ft
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✓ Pets allowed
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets, fire rings, and pets allowed. No potable water.

Sources: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; boondockersbible.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Rules

Stay limit
14 days in a 30-day period
Pets
Allowed

Sources: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; boondockersbible.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Access and cell service

Access road
Gravel
Cell service, reported
No coverage
Shade
Some shade
Elevation
6,260 ft

38.6205, -117.3124 in Nye. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Season and winter services

Peavine Creek Campground is open from mid-May to late October , at 6,260 ft.

Sources: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; boondockersbible.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Peavine Creek Campground?
No. Peavine Creek Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Peavine Creek Campground?
Camping at Peavine Creek Campground is free.
Is there drinking water at Peavine Creek Campground?
No. Peavine Creek Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Are dogs allowed at Peavine Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Peavine Creek Campground.
When is Peavine Creek Campground open?
Peavine Creek Campground is open from mid-May to late October.
How long can you stay at Peavine Creek Campground?
The stay limit at Peavine Creek Campground is 14 days in a 30-day period.
Is there cell service at Peavine Creek Campground?
Probably not: the FCC's National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025) shows no 4G LTE or 5G from AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon at or within about half a mile of Peavine Creek Campground. Visitor reports on record agree. The FCC map only includes 4G LTE at 5/1 Mbps or better and 5G; a weaker signal, a text, or an emergency call may still get through, but don't count on it.
Who manages Peavine Creek Campground?
Peavine Creek Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

More campgrounds: camping near Hadley and campgrounds in Nye.

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