Lookout Campground
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Lookout Campground is located on the California/Nevada border just west of Reno, Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 6,770 feet in a large aspen grove. It is not a highly developed campground, but it is considered a secret hideaway by those lucky enough to know about this remote gem.
This campground has 17 first-come, first-served campsites (including two double sites) and one reservable group picnic area that can accommodate up to 100 people. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, grill, and tent pad. There are four vault toilets and trash service. There are no electric hookups and no dump stations. Trailers and RVs should be limited to 15 feet in length (however, two sites could accommodate up to 30 foot lengths). To ensure that campfires are extinguished completely, there is non-potable water available on site (no drinking water available). Please bring your own firewood as none is available on site.
Need to Know
- 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.
Natural Features
Visitors to this campground will be surrounded by a lush aspen, pine, and fir forest. Sites are well spaced to afford visitors plenty of privacy.
Nearby Attractions
Crystal Peak is known for its impressive crystal formations. Dog Valley and Peavine Mountain are popular off-highway vehicle and mountain biking areas. The American Discovery Trail also runs through this area.
Recreation
Adjacent to the campground is 'Crystal Peak', which can be accessed by vehicle or a short hike. This area is also popular for off-highway vehicles, wildlife viewing, and hunting opportunities.
Contact Information
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1536 South Carson Street Carson City, Nevada CA 89701
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (775) 882-2766
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Truckee, CA travel east on I-80. Take Exit 2 toward Verdi, NV. Turn right on 3rd St./US 40. Travel 1 mile then turn left on Bridge St. From Reno, NV travel west on I-80. Take Exit 5 toward Verdi, NV/State Route 425. Stay on Route 425 for 2.5 miles. Turn right on Bridge St. NOTE: Bridge Street has 2 one lane bridges with a maximum allowable height of 13 feet. Travel 0.6 miles on Bridge St, then turn right on Dog Valley Road. This road will turn into a dirt forest road (Road #002). Travel 7.2 miles. This road can be rough and often develops washboards. It can be navigated with 2-wheel drive (although low clearance vehicles are not recommended). Continue to follow signs to campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 11, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01 - Host, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop Loop A Group, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site 17, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
