Baker Creek Campground

Great Basin National Park — lakeside

Location: Baker, NV, NV

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (98 reviews)

Season: May through October

Baker Creek Campground is one of five developed campgrounds at Great Basin National Park. Intended for those who like to plan on a bit shorter notice, this campground has a short reservation window to accommodate those last second travel plans. Baker Creek is an ideal campground for those seeking out the backcountry with the Baker Lakes Loop Trailhead easily accessible from this location.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/baker-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Baker Creek Campground is one of five developed campgrounds at Great Basin National Park, offering plenty of shade and easy access to the Baker Lakes Loop Trailhead and Lehman Caves Visitor Center. It's ideal for those seeking backcountry experiences with shorter reservation windows to accommodate last-minute travel plans.

Wildlife alert: Ringtail, Kit Fox, Gray Fox, Bushy-tailed Woodrat, Uinta Chipmunk, Wild Turkey, and Dusky Grouse have been verified in the area.

Insider tips for Baker Creek Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Short reservation window available for last-minute travel plans Baker Lakes Loop Trailhead is easily accessible from the campground

Skip Baker Creek Campground if: You require RV hookups—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs. You need camping outside May through October—seasonal operations only. You prefer spontaneous trips without advanced planning to federal campgrounds.

Best time to visit Baker Creek Campground: May-October — Seasonal operations run May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Grey Cliffs Campground (Baker, NV), Upper Lehman Creek Campground (Baker, NV), Lower Lehman Creek Campground (Baker, NV), Wheeler Peak Campground (Baker, NV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Baker Creek Campground

Cell signal at Baker Creek Campground (Baker, NV): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Baker, NV, NV★ 4.2 (98 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Baker Creek Campground is one of five developed campgrounds at Great Basin National Park. Intended for those who like to plan on a bit shorter notice, this campground has a short reservation window to accommodate those last second travel plans. Baker Creek is an ideal campground for those seeking out the backcountry with the Baker Lakes Loop Trailhead easily accessible from this location.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You need camping outside May through October—seasonal operations only✕ You prefer spontaneous trips without advanced planning to federal campgrounds

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Short reservation window available for last-minute travel plans

Baker Lakes Loop Trailhead is easily accessible from the campground

Best: May-October

Seasonal operations run May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Ringtail, Kit Fox, Gray Fox, Bushy-tailed Woodrat, Uinta Chipmunk, Wild Turkey, and Dusky Grouse have been verified in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From the east or west: From U.S. Highway 6 & 50, turn south on Nevada State Highway 487 and travel 5 miles to Baker, NV. In Baker turn west on Highway 488 and travel 5 miles to the park. From the south (Utah): Travel north on Utah State Highway 21 through Milford, UT and Garrison, UT, which will become Nevada State Highway 487 as you cross the border. Turn west on Highway 488 in Baker and travel 5 miles to the park. From the south (Nevada): Travel north on U.S. Highway 93 (Great Basin Highway).

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Great Basin National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Great Basin National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Baker Creek Campground cost per night?+
Baker Creek Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Baker Creek Campground open?+
Baker Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Baker Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Baker Creek Campground?+
Baker Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Baker Creek Campground?+
Baker Creek Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Baker Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Baker Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Baker Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Baker Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 4.2 (98)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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