Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Dayton, Nevada, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Dayton

120 campgrounds 2,323 available sites
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South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)

Pollock Pines, CA · 47.9 mi from Dayton

2.3 (10 reviews)

South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area within Eldorado National Forest. Its remote setting offers visitors an authentic outdoor camping experience.

  • Campfire Ring
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Big Silver Group

Pollock Pines, CA · 48.3 mi from Dayton

4.6 (5 reviews)

Big Silver Group Campground provides tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. It is situated 23 mi east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 16 mi north on Ice House Road, near Union Valley Reservoir.

  • RV sites: 1
  • Tent sites: 1
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Grill
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Middle Meadows

Georgetown, CA · 48.7 mi from Dayton

4.0 (2 reviews)

Middle Meadows Campground is a serene getaway, distanced from urban noise. It features various recreational activities and is surrounded by stunning scenery ideal for sightseeing, birding, and wildlife viewing.

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 2
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Robbs Hut

Camino, CA · 48.7 mi from Dayton

4.4 (67 reviews)

Robbs Hut is a serene, rustic cabin with stunning Sierra Nevada views, accessible by car in warmer months and via a 3-mile hiking trail in winter. Originally built for Forest Service rangers, it serves as a great recreational spot with nearby moun...

  • View
  • Restrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Heating
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Hampshire Rocks

Nevada City, CA · 48.9 mi from Dayton

3.4 (88 reviews)

Hampshire Rocks Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest by the South Yuba River, near Interstate 80. It offers cool temperatures, fishing, and access to trails, along with historical significance related to the California Emigrant Trai...

  • RV sites: 23
  • Tent sites: 23
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Harvey West Cabin

Camino, CA · 49.6 mi from Dayton

4.6 (11 reviews)

The Harvey West Cabin, located on the Silver Fork of the American River, accommodates up to 20 guests and offers a cozy mountain getaway with some modern amenities. Built in the early 1930s by the Sacramento Box and Lumber Company, it served as an...

  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • BBQ
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Big Bend Group (Yuba River)

Nevada City, CA · 49.9 mi from Dayton

3.8 (24 reviews)

Big Bend Group Campground, situated 19 mi west of Truckee, California, in the Tahoe National Forest at 5.7 ft elevation, offers fishing and hiking opportunities. The site is historically significant as part of the California Emigrant Trail. It is ...

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 2
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
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Fashoda

Pollock Pines, CA · 50.2 mi from Dayton

4.0 (91 reviews)

Fashoda Campground is situated on a scenic peninsula by Union Valley Reservoir, offering a picturesque camping experience. The area features activities such as swimming, sailing, boating, and fishing, along with popular hiking and biking options. ...

  • Tent sites: 30
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
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Silver Creek Group Campground

Pollock Pines, CA · 51.4 mi from Dayton

5.0 (1 review)

Silver Creek Group Campground in the Crystal Basin area offers a scenic setting ideal for group gatherings. It's located less than 2 mi from Ice House Reservoir, which provides activities like motor boating and jet skiing. The surrounding Eldorado...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Little Lasier Meadows Campground

Sierraville, CA · 52.5 mi from Dayton

4.0 (34 reviews)

Little Lasier Meadows Campground is a horse camp located near Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, about 32 mi north of Truckee. It serves as a base for various recreational activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and horseback rid...

  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Equestrian-Friendly
  • Horse Stable
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Indian Springs

Nevada City, CA · 52.8 mi from Dayton

3.3 (253 reviews)

Indian Springs Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest near the South Yuba River, about three miles west of Big Bend. It offers activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, while also holding historical importance along the Californi...

  • RV sites: 25
  • Tent sites: 31
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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East Meadow Campground

Sierraville, CA · 53.6 mi from Dayton

3.9 (141 reviews)

East Meadow Campground is situated by the beautiful Jackson Meadow Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest. It serves as an excellent base for various recreational activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The campground is mana...

  • RV sites: 42
  • Tent sites: 43
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Pass Creek Campground

Sierraville, CA · 53.7 mi from Dayton

4.1 (130 reviews)

Pass Creek Campground is situated by Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, serving as an excellent base for various recreational activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The campground is operated and maintained by the T...

  • RV sites: 29
  • Tent sites: 29
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Woodcamp Campground

Sierraville, CA · 54 mi from Dayton

4.0 (38 reviews)

Woodcamp Campground is situated by Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, offering a diverse range of recreational activities like boating, fishing, and hiking. It serves as a great base camp within the Woodcamp Recreation Area. Th...

  • RV sites: 19
  • Tent sites: 19
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Fir Top Campground

Sierraville, CA · 54.1 mi from Dayton

4.0 (21 reviews)

Fir Top Campground is situated by Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, within the Woodcamp Recreation Area. It serves as an excellent base for various recreational activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The cam...

  • RV sites: 10
  • Tent sites: 12
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Findley Campground

Sierraville, CA · 54.2 mi from Dayton

4.0 (33 reviews)

Findley Campground is situated by Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, serving as an excellent base for various recreational activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and hunting. It is part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area and is man...

  • RV sites: 14
  • Tent sites: 14
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site

Explore Dayton, NV

Population: 15,781

Nearby city: Sparks, NV

Approx. 23 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 4,377 ft

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Explore Dayton, NV

Population: 15,781

Nearby city: Sparks, NV

Approx. 23 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 4,377 ft

About Dayton, Nevada

Set between the Carson River corridor and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Dayton, Nevada makes a comfortable base for camping in western Nevada. Campgrounds and RV parks near Dayton put you close to open BLM country, the Virginia Range and Pine Nut Mountains, with easy day trips toward Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley trailheads. You’ll find a mix of tent sites, RV camping, simple cabins, and glamping-style stays to match different trip styles.

Browse 109 outdoor stays near Dayton with nightly rates from $20 to $250 and an average around $57. Most options operate spring through fall, with limited winter availability, so book ahead for summer and holiday weekends. If you’re road-tripping, this is a convenient stop for RV sites and tent camping near the Sierra foothills, while cabin and glamping stays add comfort after exploring nearby public lands and the Carson River corridor.

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