Can you reserve a site at Lookout Campground?

Yes, Lookout Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Lookout Campground have?

20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Lookout Campground?

50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lookout Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lookout Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Lookout Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Lookout Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Lookout Campground, California — 19 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Lookout Campground is located on the California/Nevada border just west of Reno, Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 6,770 feet in a large aspen grove. It is not a highly developed campground, but it is considered a secret hideaway by those lucky enough to know about this remote gem.

Recreation

Adjacent to the campground is 'Crystal Peak', which can be accessed by vehicle or a short hike. This area is also popular for off-highway vehicles, wildlife viewing, and hunting opportunities.

Facilities

This campground has 17 first-come, first-served campsites (including two double sites) and one reservable group picnic area that can accommodate up to 100 people. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, grill, and tent pad. There are four vault toilets and trash service. There are no electric hookups and no dump stations. Trailers and RVs should be limited to 15 feet in length (however, two sites could accommodate up to 30 foot lengths). To ensure that campfires are extinguished completely, there is non-potable water available on site (no drinking water available). Please bring your own firewood as none is available on site.

Natural Features

Visitors to this campground will be surrounded by a lush aspen, pine, and fir forest. Sites are well spaced to afford visitors plenty of privacy.

Nearby Attractions

Crystal Peak is known for its impressive crystal formations. Dog Valley and Peavine Mountain are popular off-highway vehicle and mountain biking areas. The American Discovery Trail also runs through this area.

The facts

Season: May – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
19 bookable sites
20 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 site for day use only
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 100 people per site
Loops: Loop A, Loop A Group, S&P

Site types

18 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Picnic Area
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

20 campsites at Lookout Campground

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
01 - Host	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
02	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
03	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
04	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
05	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
06	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
07	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
08	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
09	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
10	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	10	🐾
11	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	50 ft	6	🐾
12	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
13	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
14	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	50 ft	6	🐾
15	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
16	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
17	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
18	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	10	🐾
19	Loop A Group	Group Picnic Area	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	100	🐾
Standard S&P	S&P	Management	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Truckee, CA travel east on I-80. Take Exit 2 toward Verdi, NV. Turn right on 3rd St./US 40. Travel 1 mile then turn left on Bridge St. From Reno, NV travel west on I-80. Take Exit 5 toward Verdi, NV/State Route 425. Stay on Route 425 for 2.5 miles. Turn right on Bridge St. NOTE: Bridge Street has 2 one lane bridges with a maximum allowable height of 13 feet. Travel 0.6 miles on Bridge St, then turn right on Dog Valley Road. This road will turn into a dirt forest road (Road #002). Travel 7.2 miles. This road can be rough and often develops washboards. It can be navigated with 2-wheel drive (although low clearance vehicles are not recommended). Continue to follow signs to campground.

39.58890, -120.07361 · 39°35'20.0"N 120°4'25.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 42°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	42	45	51	56	65	75	85	84	77	64	52	42
Low °F	24	26	30	33	40	47	53	52	47	38	30	23
Precip in	3.9	4.3	3.6	1.8	1.3	0.6	0.5	0.4	0.3	1.6	2.8	4.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lookout Campground

Can you reserve a site at Lookout Campground?: Yes, Lookout Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lookout Campground have?: 20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Lookout Campground?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lookout Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lookout Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Lookout Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Lookout Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Lookout Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lookout Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Per Day: $6

Restrictions:

Dog must be on a leash at campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Lookout Campground

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Stampede Reservoir - Water Recreation 8.5 mi · Facility
Bear Valley Campground 8.9 mi · Campground
Kyburz Flat Interpretive Site 10.6 mi · Facility
Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site 10.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone (775) 882-2766
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Lookout Campground