The best camping near Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Fort Churchill adventure.
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This off-the-beaten-path park features a restored 1860s fort and a shaded, riverside campground.
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The Stone Ranch
2 sites · RVs3 acres · Silver Springs, NV
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A quiet place to rest along the way.
Lake Lahontan less than ten miles away. Swimming, fishing, boating, nature watching, hiking, four wheeling. Custom Gardens organic Farm three miles away.
Ft Churchill 8.6 miles
Lake Lahontan 9.8 miles
Fernley 14.2 miles
Virginia City 23.1 miles
Dayton 24.1 miles
Yerington 32.2 miles
Fallon 26.5 miles
Sparks 38 miles
Reno 41.5 miles
Carson City 35.5 miles
South Lake Tahoe 63.6 miles
Tahoe Glenbrook 54.5 miles
Burning Man 127 miles
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Desert camping, no facilities
4 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Silver Springs, NV
Learn more about this land:Quiet neighborhood with no light pollution. The desert air is clean and stars quite visible. Some desert critters have permanent residence. Lake Lahontan nearby has lots of activities. A convenience store is just around the corner on 95A & 5th Ave.
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L.Davis Ranch and Olde LYFE Alpacas
1 site · RV, Tent130 acres · Washoe Valley, NV
We sit on 130 acres of primarily pasture over looking Washoe Valley and Washoe Lake. Olde LYFE Alpacas offers visits with the animals, including an organized 60 min Peaceful Walk with an alpaca where you’ll experience them up close. To book an experience, go to www.oldelyfealpacas.com. There is a small retail store on site with a variety of products made with alpaca fiber, including the most delightful alpaca socks!!
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Water front on Topaz Lake
1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Topaz, CA
Learn more about this land:Beautiful lake front property on Topaz Lake , we have 6 rv sites to choose from on 4 acres .First come first serve . Bring your Rv or pitch a tent . Bring your whole family. We have kayaks and paddle boards . Fishing boat available to rent . Life jackets available and a peddle boat too ! Lots of float toys !!
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Model Farm
10 sites · RVs, Tents78 acres · Reno, NV
Learn more about this land:We are a high desert setting with 78 acres here. There is a huge lake with trees all around it. Kayaking and canoeing is allowed on the lake but it's not swimmable, sadly. There is nearby access to hiking and off road trails. In addition, we are located about 15 minutes from Pyramid Lake, a huge desert lake where there is boating, swimming, and picniciking. We are also an event center for weddings, and other events! come join us on our beautiful propety!
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Coachland RV Resort
134 sites · Lodging, RVs50 acres · Truckee, CA
Coachland RV Park is situated in the picturesque Sierra Nevada mountains in Northern California and is within close proximity to all the outdoor activities, shopping, and dining that Truckee, CA has to offer.
Located at an elevation of 5,996 ft., Coachland RV Park welcomes visitors year-round and is a short distance from Northstar Ski Resort and Squaw Valley. During the summer, visitors can enjoy fishing and watersports on the nearby Truckee River.
All the beauty that Lake Tahoe offers is just a short drive away from Coachland RV Park.
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Flyte and Sparrow natural interlude
12 sites · RVs, Tents96 acres · Reno, CA
When you come to camp here you are on a working farm in transition. Girlfarm has been a local food go to for restaurants, farm family members, and regenerative agriculture interests. Today, the farm is looking forward to a new course in agri tourism as we begin planning walking gardens, art installations in the landscape, and interactive classes.
If you would like a list of grass fed meats available, veggies, or herbs just text your host before arrival.
We are looking for a seasonal self contained camper who we could offer trade for camp care - text host directly.
Its been a huge water season so skeeters are around we also recommend tents have a rain fly and ground cloth.
Welcome
It was important to choose a partner like Hipcamp to invite like minded individuals who respect both the natural environment and the idea of less is more.
At any time you may encounter farming activities, building out of tiny houses for future bookings, or gardens in the process of creation.
As we move toward offering the land as a place to both find solitude or chosen participation our Flyte and Sparrow experience will hopefully be a place you will want to return to as your own tradition.
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Fairyland West
1 site · Tent10 acres · Virginia City, NV
This property is located near The Tahoe National Forest and is in the northern Sierra Nevadas. On the west side, the forest is characterized by steep, rugged canyons and amidst dense pines and firs. Lofty peaks along the Sierra crest provide 5 miles from Virginia City for special events or tourism.
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Tedastevastan
2 sites · Tents5 acres · Reno, NV
Our land is 5 wooded acres in pinon / juniper forest. Features include: many walking paths all around the land, lookout point with picnic table for sunset viewing, spectacular starry skies, night time enchanted forest, and an outdoor shower. Historic Virginia City is a 7 mile drive. Downtown Reno is 24 miles away.
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Camp in the Woods
13 sites · RVs160 acres · Yerington , NV
160 acres in the woods with 2 natural springs or artesian wells - private secluded location - Lots of freedom - Beautiful views - Douglas Fir - Pine - Oak - Forest Land - Abundant wildlife including wild turkeys, wild pigs, black tail deer, and much more - Off the grid - Located approximately 35 miles due west of Red Bluff - - Map Coordinates are → 40.160705 / -122.808948do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offersLearn more about this land:Majestic desert and mountain views all around. This mini-ranch is located 5 minutes from the winding Walker River, 15 minutes from the beautiful Carson River and Fort Churchill State Historic Park, and 20 minutes from Lahontan Lake. If you have a fondness for farms, desert landscapes and rivers, then you'll enjoy the scenery and picturesque surroundings. The ranch is located around the heart of the farming sector of the Mason Valley and is surrounded by thousands of acres of lush, green farmland and quaint family cattle ranches nestled right smack in the middle of thousands upon thousands of acres of scenic nature. An hour's drive will take you to either Reno, Virginia City, or Carson City; take your pick. Lake Tahoe is about an hour and a half drive. The nearest town is Yerington Nevada, which is 10 minutes away (about ten miles). There are three casinos in Yerington, and there is also a well kept public pool. Yerington also has restaurants and a bowling alley. There are also many natural hot springs ALL OVER the area. The commercial hot springs resorts in Carson City seem to be quite a big attraction among travelers. Depending on the size of your RV, you do have the option of situating your RV inside of the metal barn (as an extra during booking, see details in the extras category), if you prefer a shaded/sheltered area. You may also purchase use of electricity, 110V, 12 amps (as an extra during booking, see details in the extras category). Expect to wake up to our crowing roosters because our chickens like to roam the ranch, so your pets must be contained so they won't try to eat our chickens. The chickens do get locked in their coop at night. Occasionally, we will give you free fresh eggs when our hens are laying. Here at the campsite, there is plenty of parking and space to maneuver.
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Whites Creek Grounds
1 site · RV2 acres · Reno, NV
2.5 acres of square land near the edge of town.
The area is mostly dirt with scattered large rocks. The property has paved access from the road but no power/water/utility hookups just yet.
Situated 4 minutes from freeway I-580 (395), this campsite is close enough to town for convenience, yet distant
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Sunshine, Serenity and Sierras
1 site · RV, TentReno, NV
We love to pass our free time here in the sunshine and juniper drafts overlooking the Sierras. Some days we watch the electric storms across the valley, other afternoons we picnic and nap while listening to the birds and wind. We love the peace and silence, which feels remarkably remote and only 20 minutes from Reno. Learn more about this land:We would love to share our 12 junipered acres with nature enthusiasts like ourselves. Bring your tent or camper and spend afternoons watching beautiful sunsets and wildlife from our land. Spectacular expansive views across the valley to the Sierras and Mount Rose. Conveniently 15 minutes from South Reno (40 minutes from North Lake Tahoe), the silence and absolute privacy here are restorative and replenishing. We do not have trash collection services available and we ask all guest to practice a “leave no trace” philosophy. **Because of extreme fire risk in our area we ask guests to refrain from having campfires for now. As this area is home to beautiful wildlife (and a few other distant homeowners) please visit with an intent to respect the quiet and privacy that makes this area so pleasurable for us all. Thanks for visiting and enjoy your time!
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The best camping near Fort Churchill State Historic Park guide
Overview
About
On an even lonelier road off of the Loneliest Road in America in Nevada, Fort Churchill State Historic Park is a hidden gem. Home to a late 1800s military fort and overland waystation, the park is also a quiet area for day-use activities and the sole Fort Churchill Campground for camping. This is the place to go if you want to be close to some amenities like vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables but also love stargazing—on clear nights, you can see every star in the night sky. This wide-open desert area on the Carson River lends itself to cool summer camping and colorful foliage in the fall. In addition to the on-site campground’s 20 campsites, the park is adjacent to nearby Buckland Station, home to a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) dispersed camping area near the river.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Both the Fort Churchill Campground and the Buckland Station dispersed camping area are first-come, first-served campgrounds and do not accept reservations.
- Weekends tend to fill up during spring and fall, but if you come a little early on a Friday, there is sure to be space—especially at Buckland Station.
When to go
Any time of year is a great time to come to Fort Churchill if you come prepared. Summers can be hot but always cool off at night. Late spring and fall are the best times to see wildlife or the fall colors on the cottonwood trees by the Carson River. Winters can be windy and cold with some snow, but daytime temperatures may be nice.
Know before you go
- Fort Churchill’s main draw is its 200-acre former outpost and fort. Nevada’s first military fort, it was built in 1860 to protect emigrants heading west. It was also used as a Pony Express station for several years.
- The fort is open 24 hours and makes for some fun and creative photography sessions around the adobe buildings.
- The park’s visitor center gives a wonderful overview of the fort’s history and life on the California Trail, plus access to a shaded picnic area with plenty of parking for larger RVs.
- Fort Churchill is about 40 minutes away from amenities in Fallon or Dayton. Be sure to stock up on food and supplies before coming to the park.
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