The best desert campgrounds near Battle Mountain, Nevada

Looking to camp near Battle Mountain, Nevada and explore the desert terrain? With over 150 available options, Hipcamp has got you covered. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot, a family-friendly campground, or a unique experience, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Rockin' N Ranch Buena Vista Valley (51 reviews), Herzog Homestead (18 reviews), and Long Life Ranch (12 reviews) for some great options. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water and toilets, and engage in activities like snow sports, fishing, and climbing. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, camping in the desert has never been more affordable and exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Battle Mountain

Looking to camp near Battle Mountain, Nevada and explore the desert terrain? With over 150 available options, Hipcamp has got you covered. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot, a family-friendly campground, or a unique experience, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Rockin' N Ranch Buena Vista Valley (51 reviews), Herzog Homestead (18 reviews), and Long Life Ranch (12 reviews) for some great options. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water and toilets, and engage in activities like snow sports, fishing, and climbing. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, camping in the desert has never been more affordable and exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Battle Mountain

1. Antelope Run Ranch

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23mi from Battle Mountain · 16 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to Antelope Run Ranch, a one-of-a-kind off-grid escape tucked deep within Nevada’s Pumpernickel Valley, between Battle Mountain and Winnemucca. Spanning more than 40 acres of rugged desert beauty, this developing retreat offers vast open skies, endless exploration, and a chance to experience the high desert the way it was meant to be—quiet, raw, and unforgettable. Here, solitude meets adventure. Whether you’re off-roading, stargazing, hiking, or simply seeking stillness, Antelope Run Ranch gives you space to breathe, explore, and reconnect. The ranch stretches across an expansive section of open Nevada desert, with a dry riverbed winding through its heart. This natural feature tells the story of the land—once carved by flowing water, now home to soft sand, wild sagebrush, and the occasional curious pronghorn antelope. Everywhere you look, the horizon stretches without end, framed by distant mountain ranges that glow gold at sunrise and turn deep violet by dusk. When night falls, the Milky Way reveals itself in spectacular clarity, making Antelope Run Ranch one of the best stargazing spots in northern Nevada. Small young trees—recently planted and lovingly tended—hint at the ranch’s gradual transformation into a sustainable desert haven. Each visit offers a new glimpse of its evolution. Three operational campsites are available, each large enough for a travel trailer, rooftop tent, or ground tent. These sites are spaced widely apart, allowing guests to enjoy solitude and quiet while still being close enough to share meals and stories with others. Future upgrades will include a central communal area—a shared cooking and gathering spot where guests can meet, eat, and relax under the stars before retreating to their own camps for rest. Antelope Run Ranch isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a launch point for adventure. Surrounded by miles of BLM land, guests have unlimited freedom to explore. Bring your 4x4 vehicle, ATV, or UTV and dive into soft desert sands, rocky trails, and open valley plains. Whether you’re hunting, rockhounding, hiking, or just wandering, the landscape invites exploration in every direction. If you’re a stargazer, photographer, off-road enthusiast, or someone who loves wild open places, this ranch was made for you.

2. Star Gaze Ranch

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45mi from Battle Mountain · 1 site · Lodging

Billy The Kid Tent – Glamp Like an Outlaw on 15 Private Acres Saddle up for a one-of-a-kind desert getaway! The Billy The Kid Tent is a fully outfitted canvas retreat set on ten fenced acres of wide-open high desert—no other campers, just you, the mountains, and the silence of the wild. The tent is spacious enough to stand, stretch, and truly unwind. Inside, you'll find a real queen-size bed with fresh linens, extra pillows, a cowhide blanket for chilly nights, propane heater, solar-powered lighting for cozy evenings. There's even a private indoor loo, so no wandering out into the night. Need to stay connected? We’ve got a solar power system so you can charge your phone, laptop, or camera right from the tent. Outside, relax at your private picnic table, pizza oven and grill onsite or fire up the included firewood at the fire pit (season permitting), or warm up inside with the wood-burning stove with a cooking top. And when night falls, enjoy some of the clearest stargazing skies around. 🪵 Fire-friendly (when permitted) 🐾 Pets welcome 🐴 Horse boarding available – just give us a heads-up ☕ Extras include: fresh ranch coffee, egg sandwiches made with ranch eggs, and a bit of good ol’ outlaw West reading material to enjoy by the fire. And that view? It'll set you back a few paces—it still does that to us. Free parking is available just steps from the tent. When you arrive, give a friendly honk at the front gate and we’ll come greet you with a smile. Come experience the spirit of the Old West—right here where it actually happened. Did we tell ya Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid actually robbed a bank here in town :)

3. High Desert Dry Camping

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22mi from Battle Mountain · 1 site · Tent, RV

I have found a place that speaks to me through its silence and stillness. May your stay here be a porthole into a new perspective on what mother nature and the awe inspiring universe have to offer.Learn more about this land: Experience high desert camping in one of the least populated counties in the United States. Stunning panoramic views of Cresent Valley and the surrounding mountains. Over a thousand acres of adjacent BLM land to explore. Enjoy some of the darkest night skys in the country. Easy to get to. Almost all of it highway driving. The last 3.5 miles are along very well maintained dirt road.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Talisa

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

We loved staying at Star Gaze Ranch! The stars were gorgeous and our dog Daisy loved running around. Had a quick but wonderful stay!

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October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

I loved the cute setup that Star Gaze has for my SO and pets, all the amenities are very well thought out and we stayed plenty warm even though the night got to almost freezing temps. Looking forward to staying here again!

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Valentyna

October 2025

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

We had an amazing night at the ranch! The animals, tent, and games there made our trip. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality— we’ll definitely be returning!

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jeff

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

Very cozy and hospitable place. Everything needed to enjoy a night under the stars. Great for my dog to roam untethered. Host meal was tasty.

Joy

September 2025

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

What a fabulous respite! Gracious host, beautiful country. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Loved the sound of coyotes, star-gazing, stunning silence, all in a well-appointed canvas tent. The bed was so comfortable and I was charmed to boil water for cowboy coffee on the wood stove in the morning. Road-tripping so a short one night stay, but I hope I get a chance to return!

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Kim

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

Such a fun and unique stop on our road trip! The kids loved the lasso, biking around, and sleeping in their own tent under the stars. The extras were amazing, highly recommend the pizza supplies, breakfast delivered, and fresh eggs to take on the road. A wonderful family-friendly spot!

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Nancy

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

I loved the tent cabin at Star Gaze Ranch! Set in the high desert, it was very private with a wonderful view of the mountains and the setting sun. Additionally, as a woman traveling alone with a small dog

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Golida

August 2025

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

Wow! What a great place. Super nice hosts who literally thought of everything to make sure their guests are comfortable. The bed was perfect, we slept like babies, and oh, the quiet was soooo nice. Just gorgeous views and silence! We wished we could have stayed longer and will most definitely come back. Highly recommend!

Anna

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

My partner, my dog and I had such an incredible time staying at Star Gaze Ranch. It is such a special place with breathtaking views, grounding silence and beautiful stars. The glamping spot was well equipped with the necessities and with thoughtful additional details. The host was very nice and accommodating. I would highly recommend this place for a unique experience. We would love to stay here again next we’re passing through Nevada.

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Kaelyn

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

This place is amazing! I go through the area a lot for work and this was so much better than a hotel. Great for dogs, beautiful, and the food and coffee was amazing! Will be back for sure.

Hailey

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

We only spent one night at Star Gaze Ranch, but it was well worth it! It was a lovely setup with beautiful scenery. The stars were beautiful at night, and the sunrise was wonderful as well. The hosts thought of everything to make us comfortable for our stay and we're very responsive. We brought our dog and 2 year old who both also had a great time looking for bugs and playing in the dirt! The cowboy coffee was superb as well. Thank you so much for making our stay one of a kind!

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C W

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

Star Gaze Ranch was an incredible experience! The sky and privacy were phenomenal, the bed was super comfy, and the breakfast sandwich with coffee was delicious. The host is amazing and responsive, ensuring a perfect stay. Great Verizon cell service. Highly recommend this peaceful glampsite!

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Shayda

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

great views, friendly host, very comfortable, great vibe!

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Amit

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

This was our first time staying in a tent in the desert, and it was such a unique experience! We even got to witness a rare dust storm, which made the trip even more memorable. The host was incredibly helpful and welcoming. Everything in the tent was thoughtfully set up for comfort and convenience. We especially enjoyed the delicious breakfast sandwich. Highly recommend!

Jon

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

We had a fantastic stay at Star Gaze Ranch! The tent is really cozy and the views are beautiful and expansive. It was sooo quiet and peaceful. Bradley, the host, was communicative and welcoming. Have a look out for the barn owls hunting at night and get the egg ranch sandwich in the morning!

Melinda

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

Wonderful stay! We had everything we needed, to include a gorgeous vista. We definitely recommend the cowboy coffee and egg sandwiches in the morning. All in all, was a fantastic stay!

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Elena

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

This one of the most beautiful places I ever ever stayed in my life. Staring at the wide open landscape brought me so much peace. I would love to stay here again.

Molly

June 2025

1 night at Star Gaze Ranch

Such a great place to stay! The accommodations were perfect, the scenery stunning, the tent was decorated so well! I definitely felt like I was living my cowboy dreams. Highly recommend, and will come back!

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Shana

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Gaze Ranch

Great stopover place when you just need to stare at a mountain for an evening, your back to the rest of the world. True glamping.

View towards the town of Cresent Valley 15 miles away.

Rebecca

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

1 night at High Desert Dry Camping

Very beautiful property. We arrived after dark and drove past the driveway marker once but found it eventually. The driveway was a bit grassy when we got there so we didn’t notice it at first. Highly recommend this secluded property for a quiet stay in nature.