About North Wildhorse Recreation Area
10/1/2020--It is our pleasure to announce that the North Wildhorse Campground is open after repairs were made to the campground after the Sugarloaf Fire of 2018. Wildhorse Reservoir is an important northeastern Nevada year-round fishery, which also offers excellent ice fishing in the winter (December through early March). Summers are mild and boating, shore fishing, water skiing and wind surfing are popular activities. There are 18 campsites, tables, fire rings, grills, tree or shade ramadas, three group sites, vault toilets, hand pump water, no hook-ups, maximum trailer length is 24ft. Camping (single site) $10.00, Camping (double site) $20.00, Camping (group site) $40.00 per vehicle/night. Day use is $5.00 per vehicle. Scenic drives, mountain biking and snowmobiling opportunities nearby.
How to Get There
From Elko, travel north 70 miles on State Highway 225. The campground is located on the north side of the road.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to North Wildhorse Recreation Area
Heading to North Wildhorse Recreation Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for North Wildhorse Recreation Area?
No central reservation system listed for North Wildhorse Recreation Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1734) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to North Wildhorse Recreation Area?
From Elko, travel north 70 miles on State Highway 225. The campground is located on the north side of the road.
How do I contact North Wildhorse Recreation Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 775-753-0200 or email: elfoweb@blm.gov.
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