Lye Creek (FR 50087) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Lye Creek (FR 50087) in NV
A 4.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Humboldt County, NV. The road serves Chocolate Mountain.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Santa Rosa Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
3.4 of the 4.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.7 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 4.7 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 24%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Water crossings 0.1, 1.6 and 3.3 miles in. A cattle guard 0.5 miles in.
Granite Peak stands 1,623 ft above the site, 1.3 miles southwest. A lake lies 1.1 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Winnemucca, is 50 mi off.
September normals 40–63°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Santa Rosa Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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