South Fork State Recreation Area

Nevada State Recreation Area

HoursPark Always Open
Entrance fee$5 / vehicle
CampingYes

South Fork State Recreation Area entrance fee

$5 per vehicle — Day use entrance fee: $5.00 per vehicle (Non-NV Vehicles $10.00 per vehicle) Boat launch: $10.00 (Non-NV Vehicles: $15.00) Camping: $15.00 per vehicle, per night (Non-NV Vehicles: $20.00 per vehicle, per night) + $10.00 for sites with utility hook ups Camp and boat: $20.00 per night (Non-NV Vehicles: $25.00 per night) + $10.00 for sites with utility hook ups Bike in: $2.00 per bike

South Fork State Recreation Area hours

Park Always Open

Hours as published by Nevada State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About South Fork State Recreation Area

Meadows and rolling hills below the Ruby Mountains, around a reservoir that holds catfish, bass and trophy trout. Camp in the 25-site campground or a primitive area, and watch for mule deer, badgers, beavers and kit foxes.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

  • Campsites
  • Group camping

Contact

Phone775-744-4346

Address353 Lower South Fork #8, Spring Creek, NV 89815

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