Lookout Campground — Hotel in Reno

Camped there because of proximity to the crystal mine. There's a trail that goes from the camp to the mine. $6/night in June 2018. The sites have a tent pad, picnic bench and fire ring. Some are more private than others. Lots of dogs. 2 vault toilet locations, I think 4 total toilets. No host was present and they ran out of payment envelopes, so while we paid I have a feeling others didn't and took chances. A couple campers were shady as heck, and a couple were rowdy until 2am (grrrrr). In their defense sound travels well unfortunately. The group area was neat but closed. I would think about coming back just for the cheap price compared to our area, but with proper permits it would be better to camp in the wilderness. This would be 5 stars if people would quiet down in respect for...

great camping options for overlanders, impossible for any type of RV (unless they fix the road… even then, maybe not), & still only a possibility for car camping (depends on the vehicle). it may be worth your trouble if you plan to stay for a couple days. the road is pretty rough.

there was no one in the campground (as far as we were told). but we didn’t make it that far with our loaded up van. we turned back around 3/4 of the 8mi route off the highway, stopped at a pull thru site overlooking the valley and overnighted there. we only saw 4 other vehicles, all SUVs who were either camping or coming down the mountain from some sort of day use.

beautiful area, but needs serious road maintenance to make it...

It is a difficult road to the campground for sure. You definitely want a car that sits a little higher and 4 wheel drive. That being said I was able to make it in a low Ford Focus with just front wheel drive. If you drive VERY slow and carefully maneuver around holes and rocks you can make it in any car I’m sure. The bumpy ride is worth it, the camp site was beautiful and very peaceful, I came on a Friday night and there were plenty of sites to choose from. 2 bathrooms but no drinking water. Lots of great hiking trails, the trail to the crystal mine isn’t long and very rewarding for the view. Loved...