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Mcwilliams Campground

Its 75 sites are reservable through Recreation.gov, camping costs Single Site: $25 per night; Double Site: $50 per night, and it is open from May to October. Mcwilliams Campground is a National Forest campground near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Reservable: Recreation.gov

National Forest · Las Vegas, Nevada

The Sisters, the limestone peaks above upper Lee Canyon, photographed about 400 m from McWilliams CampgroundA snow-streaked peak above upper Lee Canyon seen from a meadow in the canyon, near McWilliams CampgroundSnow on the Spring Mountains in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which the campground sits inside
The Sisters, the limestone peaks above upper Lee Canyon, photographed about 400 m from McWilliams CampgroundA snow-streaked peak above upper Lee Canyon seen from a meadow in the canyon, near McWilliams CampgroundSnow on the Spring Mountains in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which the campground sits inside1 / 3

The Sisters, the limestone peaks above upper Lee Canyon, photographed about 400 m from McWilliams Campground. Photo: Ken Lund, CC BY-SA 2.0

Managed by
National Forest
Hookups
None
Max RV length
64 ft
Access road
Paved
Cell service
No coverage
Shade
Some shade

Mcwilliams Campground sits inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com. It sits 0.7 miles outside the boundary of Mt. Charleston Wilderness; its permit and camping rules and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Largest campground in the Spring Mountains: McWilliams is the largest campground in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, set in Lee Canyon near Lee Canyon Ski Resort, the Bristlecone Trail, and Old Mill Picnic Area. (fs.usda.gov)

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
Recreation.gov Book a site
Fee
Single Site: $25 per night; Double Site: $50 per night
Cancellations
$10 fee to change or cancel; cancel the day before or day of arrival: $10 plus first night's fee; no-shows: $20 fee and forfeit first night's fee.

Sources: recreation.gov, accessed 2026-09-27; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; thedyrt.com, accessed 2026-09-26; maps.campendium.com, accessed 2026-09-26; gomtcharleston.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Sites and hookups

Total sites
75
Hookups
None
Max RV length
64 ft
Site driveways
Mixed
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Potable water
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✓ Pets allowed

On site: Toilets, potable water, fire rings, and pets allowed.

Sources: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; recreation.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; maps.campendium.com, accessed 2026-09-26; campsitephotos.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Campsites

75 sites in 5 loops; 1 pull-through; the longest takes a 64 ft vehicle. Every site below links to its own page on Recreation.gov, where it is booked. Official site list and booking on recreation.gov.

Book
001 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 001
002 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 002
003 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 58 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 003
004 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 58 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 004
005 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 58 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 005
006 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 54 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 006
007 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 53 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 007
008 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 45 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 008
009 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 57 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 009
010 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 60 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 010
011 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 56 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 011
012 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 27 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 012
013 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 013
014 1 - Eureka Standard nonelectric 44 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 1 - Eureka, site 014
015 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 015
016 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 53 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 016
017 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 53 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 017
018 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 018
019 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 30 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 019
020 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 45 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 020
021 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 021
022 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 022
023 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 47 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 023
024 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 024
025 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 025
026 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 026
027 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 027
028 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 028
029 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 029
030 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 2 - McWill, site 030
031 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 031
032 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 30 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 032
033 2 - McWill Standard nonelectric 29 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 2 - McWill, site 033
034 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 25 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 034
035 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 29 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 035
036 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 28 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 036
037 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 24 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 037
038 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 24 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 038
039 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 21 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 039
040 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 24 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 040
041 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 24 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 041
042 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 22 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 042
043 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 25 ft Back-in Not on record No Not on record Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 043
044 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 25 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 044
045 3 - Dolomite Standard nonelectric 26 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 3 - Dolomite, site 045
046 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 20 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 046
047 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 047
048 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 64 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 048
049 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 48 ft Pull-through Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 049
050 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 050
051 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 51 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 051
052 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 58 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 052
053 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 053
054 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 054
055 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 055
056 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 30 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 056
057 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 30 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 057
058 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 20 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 058
059 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 25 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 059
060 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 060
061 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 31 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 061
062 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 18 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 062
063 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 063
064 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 50 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 064
065 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 61 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 065
066 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 31 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 066
067 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 53 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 067
068 4 - Oxbow Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 4 - Oxbow, site 068
069 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 48 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 069
070 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 38 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 070
071 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 52 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 071
072 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 23 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 072
073 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 26 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 073
074 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 28 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 074
075 5 - OldD Standard nonelectric 32 ft Back-in Not on record No Yes Book loop 5 - OldD, site 075

Data source: Recreation.gov , accessed 2026-09-26. Site details are Recreation.gov's own per-site listing and can differ from the campground-wide facts above.

Rules

Stay limit
14 days within any 30-day period (forest-wide, USFS Forest Order #04-17-24-04)
Quiet hours
10 p.m.
Pets
Allowed

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

Access and cell service

Access road
Paved
Cell service, reported
No coverage
Shade
Some shade
Elevation
8,550 ft

36.3106, -115.6777 in Clark. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Season and winter services

Mcwilliams Campground is open from May to October , at 8,550 ft.

Sources: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-26; maps.campendium.com, accessed 2026-09-26; campsitephotos.com, accessed 2026-09-26; gomtcharleston.com, accessed 2026-09-26

Current conditions

  • Reported 2025-05-26: Visitor reports describe noise and enforcement issues: large groups sometimes exceed single-site occupancy limits, and the campground has no lighting at night. (maps.campendium.com)

Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Mcwilliams Campground?
Sites at Mcwilliams Campground are reserved through Recreation.gov (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232168).
How much does it cost to camp at Mcwilliams Campground?
Camping at Mcwilliams Campground costs Single Site: $25 per night; Double Site: $50 per night.
What happens if I cancel or don't show up at Mcwilliams Campground?
$10 fee to change or cancel; cancel the day before or day of arrival: $10 plus first night's fee; no-shows: $20 fee and forfeit first night's fee.
How many campsites does Mcwilliams Campground have?
Mcwilliams Campground has 75 campsites.
Does Mcwilliams Campground have RV hookups?
No. Mcwilliams Campground has no hookups. The longest rig allowed is 64 feet.
Are there pull-through sites at Mcwilliams Campground?
Recreation.gov lists 1 pull-through site at Mcwilliams Campground: loop 4 - Oxbow, site 049.
Is there drinking water at Mcwilliams Campground?
Yes, Mcwilliams Campground has potable water. It also has toilets.
Are dogs allowed at Mcwilliams Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mcwilliams Campground.
When is Mcwilliams Campground open?
Mcwilliams Campground is open from May to October.
How long can you stay at Mcwilliams Campground?
The stay limit at Mcwilliams Campground is 14 days within any 30-day period (forest-wide, USFS Forest Order #04-17-24-04).
Is there cell service at Mcwilliams 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 Mcwilliams 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 Mcwilliams Campground?
Mcwilliams Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Mcwilliams Campground

fishypedia.com · 12 miles

The nearest lake with a fishing page is Cold Creek Pond, whose mapped center point is 12 miles away in a straight line. Stocking record and species: Cold Creek Pond fishing on fishypedia.com.

Waterfalls nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

Nearest to Mcwilliams Campground, in straight-line miles: Mary Jane Falls (waterfall, 2.2 miles), Big Falls (waterfall, 2.9 miles), Little Falls (waterfall, 4 miles), Lost Creek Falls (waterfall, 15 miles), and Ice Box Canyon (waterfall, 15 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.

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More campgrounds: camping near Las Vegas and campgrounds in Clark.

Sources

  • apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-26
  • recreation.gov (cancellationPolicy), accessed 2026-09-27
  • fs.usda.gov (reservationSystem, reservationSystemName, reservationUrl, sites, fee, petsAllowed, elevationFt, season, accessRoad, notableFeature), accessed 2026-09-26
  • recreation.gov (sites, hookups, toilets, water, fireRings, maxRvLengthFt, campsites), accessed 2026-09-26
  • fs.usda.gov (stayLimit), accessed 2026-09-26
  • thedyrt.com (cellService, quietHours, reservationSystem, fee), accessed 2026-09-26
  • maps.campendium.com (reservationSystem, drivewayType, elevationFt, conditionReports), accessed 2026-09-26
  • campsitephotos.com (sites, drivewayType, elevationFt, maxRvLengthFt), accessed 2026-09-26
  • gomtcharleston.com (reservationSystem, season, fee), accessed 2026-09-26
  • broadbandmap.fcc.gov (cellCoverage), accessed 2026-09-27

Photo credits

Reservable: Recreation.gov Single Site: $25 per night; Double Site: $50 per night
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