Gance Creek (FR 56868) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Gance Creek (FR 56868) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District
8,025 ft
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A 17.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV. The road serves Warm Springs.

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

All 17.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 13.6 of the 17.3 miles in are dirt. Climbs 5,500 ft over 17.3 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 36%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.3 miles off. Pattani Spring lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Osino, is 32 mi off.

September normals 40–66°F, 1.1″ 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.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?