Lookout Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Phone
- (775) 882-2766
- Nearest dump station
- Logger Dump Station · 9.1 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 59.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.5889, -120.0736
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview 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. 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. Facilities 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. 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.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Lookout Campground free?
No. Lookout Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Lookout Campground?
To access from Verdi: 1. From the 'Entering the Toiyabe Forest ' sign, follow the 002 Road approximately nine miles. You will see Lookout Campground on your left.2. Turn left into Lookout Campground. To access from Bordertown: 1. Follow the 002 Road approximately 2 miles to the Forest boundary (identified by the Forest Service kiosk signs).2. Continue on the 002 Road approximately 6.5 miles. You will see Lookout Campground on your right.3. Turn right into the campground.[Photo] Montage of photos from Lookout Campground. Group picnic area, camping sites, and toilet facility.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
