Lake Camping Near Mount Charleston, Nevada, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2026

Looking to camp near Mount Charleston, Nevada and enjoy a scenic lake? Hipcamp has over 76 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With average prices per night as low as $20 and an average price of $47, you'll find the perfect camping spot to fit your budget. Check out top campsites like Desert Glamping (72 reviews), Tranqvillium (38 reviews), and 3MOONS Project (22 reviews) for trusted options with great reviews. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and trash facilities are available, and you can enjoy activities such as whitewater paddling, paddling, and exploring historic sites. Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mount Charleston

1. Tranqvillium

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26mi from Mount Charleston · 20 sites · Tents, RVs

Tranqvillium was purchased in 2016 with the intention of creating Gaia Earthen Technologies Sustainable Living Educational and Research Center. Construction started in 2016 and now we have our first temporary building and working on the others. The daily operation is run by Tranqvillium, an intentional community of people who don't like to spend their money on rent and utility bills.Learn more about this land:The location is about an hour west of Las Vegas in the California Mojave Desert. Even though the lights of Vegas are visible on the Eastern horizon, above Tranqvillium there is no light pollution and the entirety of the visible part of the Milky Way is shining down on us. Tecopa Hot Springs is 30 min West from us, along with China Ranch date farm. From China ranch it's a 40 min hike through Mars like terrain to a swimming hole complete with a small waterfall, where the Amargosa River comes above ground. The ancient lake bed where Tranqvillium is located is surrounded by medium height mountains, which are perfect for rock scrambling, and the world famous Red Rock climbing site is nearby too. The place is very rugged and is recommended for experienced campers who are not taken aback by wilderness living.

2. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

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868 sites · Mono City, California

Explore the largest national forest in the lower 48 with trails, fishing spots and hot springs.

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Looking to camp near Mount Charleston, Nevada and enjoy a scenic lake? Hipcamp has over 76 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With average prices per night as low as $20 and an average price of $47, you'll find the perfect camping spot to fit your budget. Check out top campsites like Desert Glamping (72 reviews), Tranqvillium (38 reviews), and 3MOONS Project (22 reviews) for trusted options with great reviews. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and trash facilities are available, and you can enjoy activities such as whitewater paddling, paddling, and exploring historic sites. Start planning your camping adventure today!