Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Wells , NV, NV★ 4.6 (9 reviews)From $5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Terraces Overnight Group Area is a popular location for weddings, church activities, family reunions and company picnics. It is located in scenic Lamoille Canyon, 35 miles southeast of Elko, Nevada. Visitors enjoy fishing in Lamoille Creek and hiking on many local trails.
Best for:AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Need RV hookups — no hookups available✕ Traveling outside May-October — campground is seasonal✕ Prefer private sites — this is a group reservation facility with 1 tent site
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Only one community fire pit available
Camp host maintains bathrooms with running water at multiple locations
Best: May - October
Official seasonal operations period
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goats, American Pika, Uinta Chipmunk, Himalayan Snowcock, Lewis's Woodpecker, and Great Basin Fence Lizard present in the area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
775-752-3357· Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Getting there →
Take Interstate 80 to any Elko exit and head south to Idaho Street. Turn south on 12th Street (from the east) or on 5th Street (from the west), to State Route 227. Travel 25 miles on SR 227 to Forest Road 660 (Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway). Travel 10 miles on FR 660 to the picnic area.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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, speakableHow much does Terraces Campground - Picnic Area cost per night?+
Terraces Campground - Picnic Area costs $5–$100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Terraces Campground - Picnic Area open?+
Terraces Campground - Picnic Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Terraces Campground - Picnic Area have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Terraces Campground - Picnic Area?+
Terraces Campground - Picnic Area is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Terraces Campground - Picnic Area?+
Terraces Campground - Picnic Area 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 Terraces Campground - Picnic Area?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Terraces Campground - Picnic Area is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Terraces Campground - Picnic Area open, and what are check-in times?+
Terraces Campground - Picnic Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$5 /night★ 4.6 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
FAQ
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