Desert Creek Campground
Smith Valley, Nevada · 6,286 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,286 ft (1,916 m)6,286 ft1,916 m
- Land
- Toiyabe National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
Desert Creek Campground is a remote camping experience in Nevada, located on Desert Creek. Partial shade provided in campground by Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines. Fishing in Desert Creek for stocked rainbow, brown and brook trout. ATV users can enjoy miles of backroads in this area. No trash Service -pack out your trash Fishing, hiking, and off-highway vehicle opportunities. Four wheel drive not needed, but creek crossings not recommended in early or late summer season.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
- VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Desert Creek Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny46°35°
- WedSunny60°39°
- ThuSunny61°38°
- FriSunny68°44°
- SatSunny67°43°
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Location and contact
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