Overview
Bird Creek Recreation Area is located in the Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range. It sits at an elevation of 8,200 feet, approximately 25 miles from the small city of Ely. Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(All campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(Majority of the campsites have 10:00 am)
Checkout Time
(Majority of the campsites have 9:00 am)
Driveway Entry
(There are variety of Driveway Entry. Such as pull through and back in.)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 10)
Pets Allowed
(All campsites have Pets Allowed)
Shade
(3 of 9 campsites have Shade)
Site Access
(2 of 9 campsites have Site Acceses)
Natural Features
Bird Creek flows perennially through the campground. A mixed forest of juniper, pinyon pine and alder trees covers the area, but provides only limited shade.
Recreation
The Ranger Trail can be accessed from this campground. The Ranger Trail is a designated OHV trail that also accommodates hiking and mountain biking use as well. The 30-mile Success Loop Scenic Drive is also in the area, with views of high desert and mountain terrain.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 30ft
tent-N/A
trailer-Up to 30ft
Nearby Attractions
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park is a few miles southeast of Ely. Interesting historic stone ovens and an interpretive trail are available there. The Northern Nevada Railway in Ely has a museum and offers train rides.