Cathedral Canyon (FR 59401) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Cathedral Canyon (FR 59401) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Ely Ranger District
6,350 ft
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A 30.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in White Pine County, NV.

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

10.9 of the 30.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (30.1 miles). Climbs 3,400 ft over 30.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks. A cattle guard 24.8 miles in.

Mount Hamilton stands 4,396 ft above the site, 6.1 miles north. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.1 miles off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Ely, is 38 mi off.

September normals 41–77°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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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?