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Big Creek Campground
Generally open May to October, as weather and conditions allow. Access to Kingston Canyon and Groves Lake. High clearance vehicle needed.
Surrounded by water birch, cottonwood, and Russian olive trees at the mouth of a canyon along a creek. Stream runs through the campground.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Not available |
|---|---|
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees: | Free |
| Open Season: | May - October |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: | Trailers are prohibited from crossing the top of Forest Service Road 002. Dogs must be on a leash at campground. Certified weed free hay required. |
| Closest Towns: | Austin, Nevada |
| Water: | Not available |
| Restroom: | Vault (2) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Big Creek Campground is located about 12 miles southwest of Austin.
1. Take US 50 West. Approximately one mile from Austin, take the Big Creek Campground turnoff.
2. Continue south for 11 miles on Forest Service Road 002.
Activities
Mountain Biking
On designated trails.
Road Cycling
Campground Camping
6 sites can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| Fire Information | |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
Group Camping
1 group site accommodates groups of 50 or less
| No. of Sites | 1 |
| Fees: | Free |
|---|---|
| Reservation info: | NO Reservations – Individual or Group Sites. All sites are First Come, First Served |
Lake and Pond Fishing
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
Backpacking
OHV Road Riding
On developed trails.
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | up to 35 feet |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Toilets: | Vault (2) |
Location