Timber 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: 4.2 out of 5 (22 reviews)
Season: May through October
Timber Creek Campground is located in Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 8,500 feet, approximately 25 miles from the small city of Ely. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, horseback riding, fishing and off-road vehicle riding, among other activities.The campground has five group campsites, which serve varying sizes of groups between 25-100 people.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
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Timber Creek Campground sits at 8,500 feet in the scenic Schell Creek Range with a perennial stream for fishing and access to High Schells Wilderness. Campers consistently praise the beautiful setting, peaceful atmosphere, and ample space between sites.
Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Black-billed Magpie, Northern Flicker, Dusky Grouse, Common Poorwill, Western Terrestrial Garter Snake, Wandering Garter Snake, and Greater Short-horned Lizard present in the area.
Insider tips for Timber Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites. Take the dirt road drive slowly to fully enjoy the scenic approach. High Schells Wilderness trailhead is located a half-mile up the road from the campground. RV sites are suitable for self-contained vehicles; haulers successfully brought 30-foot fifth wheels. Nights in mid-40s°F — bring warm bedding even in summer.
Skip Timber Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available and campground only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October only.. You need running water during visits — construction can temporarily affect water availability..
Best time to visit Timber Creek Campground: May through October — Official operating season for the campground..
Nearby campgrounds: Bird Creek Campground (ELY, NV), East Creek Campground (Ely, NV), Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit) (ELY, NV), Wheeler Peak Campground (Baker, NV).
Cell Phone Coverage at Timber Creek Campground
Cell signal at Timber 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.
Timber Creek Campground is located in Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 8,500 feet, approximately 25 miles from the small city of Ely. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, horseback riding, fishing and off-road vehicle riding, among other activities.The campground has five group campsites, which serve varying sizes of groups between 25-100 people.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites.
Take the dirt road drive slowly to fully enjoy the scenic approach.
High Schells Wilderness trailhead is located a half-mile up the road from the campground.
RV sites are suitable for self-contained vehicles; haulers successfully brought 30-foot fifth wheels.
Nights in mid-40s°F
bring warm bedding even in summer.
Official operating season for the campground.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From McGill, travel north on Highway 93 for 5 miles. Turn on State Route 486 and continue 8 miles on the paved road. Turn left on Forest Road 425, at the Timber Creek sign, and drive up the dirt road another 3 miles to the campground.
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#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.
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