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Bird Creek Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ELY, NV, NV

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$60 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Bird Creek Campground offers access to the 30-mile Success Loop and Ranger Trail for hiking, mountain biking, and OHV use at 8,200 feet elevation in the Schell Creek Range. Multiple recreation activities including fishing and wildlife viewing are available in the Duck Creek Basin.

Wildlife alert: Pronghorn, Mule Deer, Mountain Cottontail, Black-billed Magpie, Brewer's Sparrow, and garter snakes present in the area.

Insider tips for Bird Creek Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 10 sites. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. Access the Ranger Trail directly from the campground for hiking and mountain biking.

Skip Bird Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups - this campground has none.. You plan to visit outside May through October - seasonal closure.. You visit during winter months when the campground is closed..

Best time to visit Bird Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: East Creek Campground (Ely, NV), Timber Creek Campground (ELY, NV), Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit) (ELY, NV), Wheeler Peak Campground (Baker, NV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bird Creek Campground

Cell signal at Bird Creek Campground (ELY, 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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    ELY, NV, NV★ 4.4 (9 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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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
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites9 sites
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    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 need RV hookups - this campground has none.✕ You plan to visit outside May through October - seasonal closure.✕ You visit during winter months when the campground is closed.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with only 10 sites.

    Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

    Access the Ranger Trail directly from the campground for hiking and mountain biking.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Pronghorn, Mule Deer, Mountain Cottontail, Black-billed Magpie, Brewer's Sparrow, and garter snakes present in the area.

    Location

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    775-289-3031· Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
    Getting there →

    From Ely, travel north on Highway 93 to the town of McGill. From McGill, go north 3 miles on Highway 93, to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff. Proceed east on Duck Creek Basin Road and turn left at the sign for Bird Creek Recreation Area.

    Campground entrance

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Bird Creek Campground cost per night?+
    Bird Creek Campground costs $10–$60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Bird Creek Campground open?+
    Bird Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Bird Creek Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Bird Creek Campground?+
    Bird Creek Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Bird Creek Campground?+
    Bird 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 Bird Creek Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bird Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Bird Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Bird Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $10 /night★ 4.4 (9)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    East Creek Campground

    Ely, NV

    From $5/night

    Timber Creek Campground

    ELY, NV

    From $10/night

    Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)

    ELY, NV

    From $12/night

    Wheeler Peak Campground

    Baker, NV

    From $20/night

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