I believe camping and RVing are two different things, I picture the only light interrupting the night sky is from a campfire. Cooking is done on a camp stove or fire pit. You may take your RV camping, but it’s not sitting 5 feet from another 35 foot home on wheels. And you’re not cooking in it. If you would like My best RV Parks in Reno, You may want to check out 10 best RV parks near Reno.
10. sand mountain
Sand Mountain is a fantastic place for the OHV enthusiast. Pull up your Toy Hauler set up camp and ride. This is not a relaxing, no noise environment. This is a motorsports playland where sand rails spend more time in the air than on the sand. If you are traveling with multiple vehicles, it’s easy to park in groups. Camping is in a designated area, not campsites, The park is three and a half miles long and six hundred feet tall. At 4795 acres, it is the largest single dune in the great basin area. The OHV recreation area also has 23 miles of riding trails, and the sand springs pony express a historical city. Camping fees range forty dollars per week or ninety dollars will buy you a year’s pass. Sand Mountain is located approximately 20 miles east of Fallon, Nevada.
9.Fort Churchill
Camping At Fort Churchill hill is a step into the past. A historic landmark dating back to 1861. Mid-century, the U.S. Army, Built this fort to protect Pony express riders and civilian settlers. This park is 3200 acres running along the Carson river down to the Buckland station. RV parking or tents are allowed In the CampGround area. Fees are five dollars day use and fifteen dollars for camping. There is plenty to do here, learn history, bicycle, hike, canoe, equestrian trails, Fish, bird watch, or just relax and enjoy the quiet park. I enjoy camping here in the springtime. The river is flowing well, and it is warmer than going to the mountains this time of year.
8. Pyramid lake
This lake is Mystical from the rock formations to ancient Cui-Ui Fish found in the lake.
Camping is allowed on the beach, That means kids can swim or fish while you relax with a margarita in hand at the RV. Pull up the boat or jet ski, and you’re in for an epic weekend. Camping permits are sixteen dollars a night. If you’re bringing a Jetski or boat, I recommend launching at a designated ramp. I have winched many trucks with big tires out because the ground softened up under them while launching their boats or jet skis. Day use fees for boat run thirteen dollars and jet skis run twenty-seven dollars permits can be purchased online. The rock formations at the hot springs and the Pyramid are closed to the public. The Indian council made a press release stating it is due to people tagging the rock formations. I personally have camped at both locations, and even though I would love to camp there again, I respect their decision. If fishing is your thing, your in for a treat. Perch is year-round, and if you are here during cutthroat trout season, you should have no problems catching from shore or a boat. Permits for adults are sixteen dollars per day and six dollars for children.
7.Indian Creek reservoir
The Sierra Nevada Mountain range surround this man-made reservoir near Markleeville California
The park is one hundred and sixty acres and is located approximately 70 miles south of Reno. There are many recreational opportunities at the Campground and the surrounding area, including picnicking, camping, sailing, mountain biking, rock collecting, fishing, Photography, bicycling, white-water rafting, wildlife viewing and, hiking. This means, please use the provided bear-proof containers for food storage and don’t leave food on the picnic table at night due to bears frequenting the park. Tent camping and RV camping are allowed fees range from fourteen to fifty dollars make reservations and check current prices here. I enjoy hiking here. The climate in summer is mild, and the scenery is breathtaking. Fishing is the most popular activity here rainbow trout are stocked, and the upper east fork of the Carson River is managed as a trophy fishery.
6. Nevada Beach Lake Tahoe
This CampGround Would be on the top of my list. Lake Tahoe Should be one of the ten wonders of the world. The water is crystal clear you can see bottom 75 feet down. Boating, Kayaking Fishing, Swimming, and Hiking are second to none here. So why would I rank this Oasis at number six? Only that it is next to impossible to get a campsite here. Years ago, I used to spend a few weekends a summer here. AMAZING! Now reservations must be made online at www.recreation.gov/camping. I have not been able to get a camping site here in years. The campSites will Go from unavailable to reserved in seconds. The Kicker to that is every time I go there during the day, a few sites are not being used. The reservations are held until the following day.
Most of the campsites run thirty-Eight dollars.
5. Boca reservoir
Make reservations early at Boca lake. Fishing, skiing, swimming, Hiking, and my personal favorite jet skiing. Boca has two main camping areas. Boca rest and Boca Campground. Boca Campground is located on the west side of the lake, has twenty-three campsites, and rest campground has thirty-nine plenty of camping areas. Still, at peak season, the sites are scarce.
Boca is only 45 minutes from Reno. That makes it easy to leave work and be camping before dark. Some of the campsites here are close together, making camping with other families easy. The reservoir has Rocky and or muddy beaches. I recommend water shoes while playing in the water.
4. Davis Creek campground
Located just 15 minutes from Reno Davis Creek ranks in at number four. This is a quick getaway from the city to tall pines. Take I-395 south from Reno get off at the Bowers Mansion exit 50 take a right and a right. Boom your there. Over 60 campsites and a small pond off of Davis Creek are excellent for fishing. Hiking is one of the most popular activities here. If you just want to go hiking for the day, there is a well-marked trail with beautiful scenery. I don’t recommend mixing business with pleasure. Still, Being so close to Reno, it is easy to go to work during the week, leaving the family to enjoy the day hiking and fishing. Camping sites run twenty-five dollars per night. Check availability and current prices here at https://www.washoecounty.us/parks/.
3.Topaz lake recreation area
Just one seventy five-minute drive from Reno Topaz Lake Recreation Area is Located At 3700 Topaz Park Rd. Gardnerville, NV, 89410. The lake is on the California Nevada LIne. Fishing and boating are the most popular activities here. Plenty of sunshine and the water warms up nicely mid-summer. If your fishing in summer, this means the Fish will be in colder water, so trolling is your best bet. Campsites run thirty-five dollars a night you can check the latest prices and make reservations here at
https://communityservices.douglascountynv.gov.
2.Frenchman’s Lake Campgrounds
There are four Camping areas to choose from At Frenchman’s lake Big cove, Frenchman’s loop campground, Cottonwood Springs, and spring creek. The drive from Reno to Frenchman’s lake takes a short 45 minutes. The last few miles run through a picturesque winding rock canyon. (Awesome ride on a motorcycle) Frenchman’s deepest spot is just over 100 feet, but the average depth of the lake is only 35 feet. The water is warmer due to it being a relatively shallow lake in the mountains. (5700 feet) This means late spring jet skiing is one of the favored water activities. The lake has two sections separated by a 5 mph no-wake canyon, And it is an excellent area to Kayak or float on your favorite rubber duckie.
1. Lahontan reservoir recreation area
The reasons I give Lahontan Number one. Campfire on the beach or camp on the pavement.
Watch your children build a sandcastle while cooking dinner at the water’s edge or go horseback riding on the beach.
Swim lovely sandy beaches, hot showers before dinner, Fish from shore or Fish from a boat. The lake is large with plenty of campsites, no reservations needed. I always use the boat ramp, but I see people launching from shore all the time. Best time to go Spring and summer while water is high.
