East Creek Campground

Star4.00
6 reviews
East Creek Campground

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7,400 ft

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12 campsites

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Year-round

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Pets

Not Allowed

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East Creek Campground
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Campsite Fees
No specific fee amounts listed. All change and cancellation requests should be made through Recreation.gov.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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(775) 289-3031

What Campers Say

4.00

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Based on 6 reviews

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"Reviewers describe East Creek Campground as a small, quiet, and scenic spot that feels like a hidden gem, with multiple 5-star reviews praising its beauty and peacefulness. Campers appreciate the new facilities at each site and the creek-side locations, though one reviewer notes concerns about restroom distance and potential flash flooding in some sites."

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About East Creek Campground

Tucked into the slopes of the Schell Creek Range at 7,400 feet, East Creek Campground offers an intimate mountain retreat where the soothing sounds of a perennial stream accompany your stay. This cozy 12-site campground nestles within a fragrant mix of alder, pinyon, and juniper forest, serving as your basecamp for exploring the Duck Creek Basin's extensive network of hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
The facility contains 12 newly improved campsites. No additional classification (tent, RV, group, cabins, etc.) is provided in the source information. Water is not provided and the site is unstaffed.
Historical SignificanceYour adventure extends beyond the campground boundaries into the rich tapestry of Nevada's pioneer past. Just a short drive away, the striking beehive-shaped structures at Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park stand as monuments to the 1870s mining boom, when these massive stone ovens produced charcoal to fuel the silver smelters of nearby Ward Mining District. The park's interpretive trail brings this fascinating era to life, while the Northern Nevada Railway museum in Ely preserves the legacy of the iron horses that once connected these remote mountain communities to the wider world.
ElevationPerched at 7,400 feet in the Duck Creek Basin, the campground offers cooler mountain temperatures and crisp, pine-scented air that provides welcome relief from the desert heat below.
Natural Features and SceneryThe jewel of this campground is East Creek itself, a year-round stream that dances through the picnic area, creating a rare oasis in Nevada's high desert landscape. The creek's gentle murmur provides a constant soundtrack as you relax beneath the dappled shade of alder trees, while the aromatic pinyon and juniper forest stretches across the surrounding slopes of the Schell Creek Range. This diverse woodland ecosystem attracts wildlife and creates an ever-changing palette of colors throughout the seasons, from spring's fresh greens to autumn's golden hues.
Geological RegionThe campground sits within the Schell Creek Range, part of Nevada's distinctive Basin and Range province, where the Duck Creek Basin cradles a thriving high-elevation forest of alder, pinyon pine, and juniper—a botanical transition zone where mountain and desert species meet.
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Campsite details

Sites Size12 newly improved sites
Total Campsites12 campsites
Recommended CampsitesWater is not provided—bring your own. The Ranger Trail (designated OHV trail that also accommodates hikers and mountain bikers) can be accessed from the campground.

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Site layout12 newly improved sites; each site has picnic and serving tables, campfire rings and grills. The campground has 3 vault toilets.
Reservation PlatformsRecreation.gov
Cancellation PolicyAll change and cancellation requests should be done through Recreation.gov.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Located in the Duck Creek Basin on the slopes of the Schell Creek Range, the campground provides access to a variety of outdoor recreation including hiking, mountain biking and off-highway vehicle (OHV) use. The Ranger Trail (a designated OHV trail) is accessible from the campground and the nearby 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive offers scenic viewing opportunities.
Hiking
The Ranger Trail can be accessed from the campground and accommodates hiking in addition to OHV and mountain bike use.
Biking
Mountain biking is a popular activity and the Ranger Trail accommodates mountain bike use.
Wildlife viewing
East Creek, a perennial stream, runs through the picnic area and many birds inhabit the area in spring and summer.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed
  • All sites have picnic and serving tables, campfire rings and grills.

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Trash and recyclingPack it in, pack it out; no trash services provided.
Proximity to water featuresEast Creek, a perennial stream, runs directly through the picnic area.
HostThis location is unstaffed; to reach the main office for general information call (775) 289-3031.

Campground Map

East Creek Campground
Driving directionsTravel north on Highway 93 to the town of McGill. From McGill, go north approximately 3 miles on Highway 93 to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff. Proceed east on Duck Creek Basin Road and turn left at the sign for East Creek Campground.
Accessible via Highway 93: travel north to McGill, then north ~3 miles to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff and east on Duck Creek Basin Road to the campground.
Nearby places
Ely approximately 20 miles
McGill approximately 3 miles (to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff).

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.0
6 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
East Creek Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers describe East Creek Campground as a small, quiet, and scenic spot that feels like a hidden gem, with multiple 5-star reviews praising its beauty and peacefulness. Campers appreciate the new facilities at each site and the creek-side locations, though one reviewer notes concerns about restroom distance and potential flash flooding in some sites.
Review Summaries
Based on 6 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the quiet, uncrowded feel and the natural setting, including a “babbling brook” running by some sites. The campground’s small size (about 7 sites), new grills, fire rings, benches, and...
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Based on 6 reviews

Common Concerns

One reviewer notes that restrooms are far from the campsites and that sites are very separated, which could be inconvenient for some visitors. There is also a concern about a creek running through...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Expect a 3-mile drive down a dirt road to reach the campground and plan for no cell service. If you are concerned about flooding, avoid sites where the creek runs directly through, and be prepared...
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Camper Quotes

“What a find! 3 miles down a dirt road, but so worth it!” “Our site (#3) was right across the road from a babbling brook!” “Looks like a nice and quiete campground the only thing is the restrooms...
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Site-Specific Reviews

Site #3 is highlighted as being directly across the road from a “babbling brook,” offering a very scenic and peaceful spot. Another reviewer with a 24 ft Lance trailer reports finding multiple...
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Accessibility Features

A reviewer mentions having to pass through two cattle gates and notes there is a loop at the end of the road to turn around, which can help larger vehicles maneuver. However, the comment that...
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