China Creek (FR 56136) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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China Creek (FR 56136) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District
5,989 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 4.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV. The road serves Niagara Spring.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 4.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.3 miles). Climbs 2,300 ft over 4.3 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 21%.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.5 miles off. Jacks Peak stands 4,192 ft above the site, 5.9 miles northeast. China Creek runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Owyhee, is 35 mi off.

September normals 38–74°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?