Notable Campgrounds
- Best for RV campers: The Horsethief Gulch Campground offers 36 campsites, including 24 sites with electric hookups, along with tables, shade ramadas, grills, water, three restrooms, and showers.
- Best for tent campers: The Ranch Campground seven campsites, with tables, grills, water, and primitive toilets.
- Best for groups: One group area offers space for groups to overnight, and can be reserved in advance.
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- All campsites are first-come first-served, so it’s best to arrive earlier in the day.
- Try visiting during the week and during off-peak and non-holiday times if your plans are flexible
- If you’re traveling with a group, you can make reservations for the group camping area.
When to Go
The park can be visited year-round. Summer temperatures can soar, which makes the reservoir and water activities especially refreshing and a popular time for visits. Winters are cold. The reservoir usually freezes over between December and February, and offers fantastic ice fishing . Winter snow conditions can affect road and other access.
Know Before You Go
- Bring everything you need with you, as there are limited amenities available in the park. Supplies are available at the town of Pioche.
- The reservoir offers a boat launch, ramp, dock, and temporary docking slips.
- Only camp in designated areas and light fires in the provided fire rings and grills.
- Pets are welcome but must be kept on a six feet leash.
- Only OHV vehicles that are insured and registered with a state DMV are allowed to operate within the campgrounds.
- A Nevada fishing license is required.
Spring Valley State Park
This ancient hunting ground and early pioneer settlement offers water recreation.
Located in eastern Nevada, the site of Spring Valley State Park is believed to have been a seasonal hunting and gathering spot dating back to 5,500 BC. Mormon pioneers also settled in the region in the 1800s, and left behind several structures. Today, the park is home to the 65-acre Eagle Valley Reservoir, which offers swimming, boating, water skiing and fishing, and attracts a variety of waterfowl and other birds. Hiking is also available, and offers scenic views of the volcanic tuff landscape. Picnic areas and two campgrounds are available near the reservoir, and offer campsites for tent and RV campers.
Located in eastern Nevada, the site of Spring Valley State Park is believed to have been a seasonal hunting and gathering spot dating back to 5,500 BC. Mormon pioneers also settled in the region in the 1800s, and left behind several structures. Today, the park is home to the 65-acre Eagle Valley Reservoir, which offers swimming, boating, water skiing and fishing, and attracts a variety of waterfowl and other birds. Hiking is also available, and offers scenic views of the volcanic tuff landscape. Picnic areas and two campgrounds are available near the reservoir, and offer campsites for tent and RV campers.
Activities in the park
2 campgrounds in Spring Valley State Park
When you are looking for a little peace and quiet away from the crowds, check out the Ranch Campground at Spring Valley State Park. It is a small and primitive campground set about two miles away from the hustle and bustle of the main campground, boat ramps, and reservoir. Here you can find your serenity among the volcanic rock, plentiful birds, t Read more...
Located just down from the boat ramp at Eagle Valley Reservoir lies the Horsethief Gulch Campground, a well equipped place to park it for a week and explore Spring Valley State Park. From here you can access the large body of water for boating and fishing, and the surrounding rocky hills for hiking and wildlife viewing among the many activities. W Read more...
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Notable Campgrounds
Notable Campgrounds
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
When to Go
The park can be visited year-round. Summer temperatures can soar, which makes the reservoir and water activities especially refreshing and a popular time for visits. Winters are cold. The reservoir usually freezes over between December and February, and offers fantastic ice fishing . Winter snow conditions can affect road and other access.
Know Before You Go
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