Chalk Basin (FR 58308) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Chalk Basin (FR 58308) in NV
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 2.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV.
All 2.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.9 miles). Climbs 320 ft over 2.9 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 21%. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Marys River runs 0.8 mi off. Marys River Peak stands 3,737 ft above the site, 10 miles north. The nearest town, Wells, is 41 mi off.
September normals 37–71°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by U.S. Forest Service. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov