Sawmill Spring (FR 59017) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Sawmill Spring (FR 59017) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Ely Ranger District
6,233 ft
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A 0.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Nye County, NV.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Ely Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 0.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.8 miles). Climbs 330 ft over 0.8 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 20%.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Duckwater Peak stands 4,935 ft above the site, 4.9 miles east. Sawmill Spring lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Ely, is 42 mi off.

September normals 45–78°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Ely 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?