Water Canyon Loop (FR 59497) in NV -- Camping Rules & Access
Water Canyon Loop (FR 59497) in NV
Road corridorHumboldt-Toiyabe NF, Ely Ranger District
34 mi from Ely
Maps 9,721 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest ↗
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 6.3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Mud Spring.
- Estimated climb: 1,100 ft over 6.3 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 26% and pitches to 34%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with no through road within 3.7 miles.
- Mount Moriah stands 2,341 ft above the map pin, 3.0 miles southeast.
Climate averages
October normals 30–51°F, 1.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.