Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Ward Mountain Recreation Area and Campground sits in the shadow of its namesake, just 10 miles southwest from the city of Ely, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Many trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.
This campground offers single-family campsites and three large group sites that can accommodate up to 100 or more people. Multiple access points for trails are found throughout the campground with the main trailhead located at the eastern most side.
All campsites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings and grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided, but there is no electricity. A campground host is on-site during the peak summer season.
Need to Know
- Utility hookups are not available
- Off-highway vehicles (ATVs, motorcycles, and side-by-sides) are only allowed on the main campground road
- Additional first-come, first-serve campsites may be available within the campground
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
All individual sites can accomodate for a Tent or RV.
Natural Features
Ward Mountain is the highest point in the Egan Range, topping out near 10,800 feet. The campground is well below the summit, but sits high above the desert floor below. A forest of pinyon pine and juniper trees covers the area, offering partial shade and privacy between campsites.
Nearby Attractions
Comins Lake is about 13 miles from the campground offering boating and fishing for trout and bass. Cave Lake State Park is less than 20 miles away, with opportunities for boating and fishing for rainbow and brown trout.
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park is 26 miles away, with interesting historic stone ovens and an interpretive trail. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides. Stop by the Chamber of Commerce for more information on local events and sites.
Recreation
Ward Mountain and the surrounding area offers miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Many of the trails offer scenic views of the surrounding high desert terrain.
Contact Information
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825 AVENUE E ELY NV 89301
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 775-289-3031
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Ely, travel south on Highway 6 for 10 miles. Turn left just before Murray Summit, at the sign for the recreation area.
From Las Vegas, travel north on Highway 93 for about 86 miles, to the junction with State Route 318. Follow State Route 318 north for 124 miles, to Murray Summit. Turn right at the sign for the recreation area.
Available Campsites
- Site 029, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site C, Loop WMGR, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A, Loop WMGR, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B, Loop WMGR, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop WMPT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop WMRV, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop WMTL, Type Standard Nonelectric
