South Ruby Campground
Wells, Nevada · 6,476 ft · In Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Photos: Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
At a glance
6 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,476 ft (1,974 m)6,476 ft1,974 m
Loops2
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 2 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
How we name loops
“S&P” is a staff entry, not a campsite, and is left out.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
South Ruby Campground is situated above Ruby Lake at the base of the beautiful Ruby Mountains at 6,000 feet in elevation, near the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Ruby Valley, Nevada. Ruby Valley is a surprising wildlife oasis. An expansive marsh is laced with riparian corridors coursing with cool, spring-fed waters. Together with lush meadow and shrub-steppe uplands, these habitats support a diversity of wildlife seldom found in the high desert and is one of the most important waterfowl nesting areas in the region. The refuge is either home or a stopover location for over 220 species of birds. Of specific interest are canvasback ducks, trumpeter swans, greater sandhill cranes and sage grouse. Mule deer and pronghorn antelope can also be found in the area.Recreation
Ruby Lake is visible from the campground and offers excellent birding, fishing and hiking. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass and several species of trout. The Ruby Lake NWR headquarters is two miles north of the campground and offers visitor information.
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Cell service
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- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
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Cell service at South Ruby Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueMostly Sunny, 5% chance of rain43°20°
- WedSunny54°26°
- ThuSunny60°27°
- FriSunny66°32°
- SatSunny67°34°
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Location and contact
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