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VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 Stayed at: 5 (MULTI-FAMILY), Loop: Bird Creek Recreation Area
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About Bird Creek Campground
Bird Creek Recreation Area is located in the Duck Creek Basin, high on the Schell Creek Range. It sits at an elevation of 8.2 ft, approximately 25 mi from the small city of Ely. Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area.
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1, Loop: BIRD CREEK RECREATION AREA
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5 (MULTI-FAMILY), Loop: Bird Creek Recreation Area
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8, Loop: Bird Creek Recreation Area
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1, Loop: BIRD CREEK RECREATION AREA
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Pet Friendly · Gravel
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2, Loop: BIRD CREEK RECREATION AREA
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5 (MULTI-FAMILY), Loop: Bird Creek Recreation Area
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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8, Loop: Bird Creek Recreation Area
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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19 reviews
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Bird Creek Campground is well maintained and clean, offering a peaceful experience without crowds. It is conveniently located about 40 minutes from Ely, where supplies can be obtained. Visitors noted the helpfulness of the ranger on site.
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Peter P
July 27, 2021
Newly redeveloped rustic 9 unit campground. Beautiful setting in the foothills, with each site lined by trees and along a clear and pleasant sounding creek. We happened to be there on a recent July Saturday night, and there were NO other campers. The only disappointment was the water spigot nearest our reserved site was out of order, so we simply selected another unreserved site.
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Peter P
July 27, 2021
Newly redeveloped rustic 9 unit campground. Beautiful setting in the foothills, with each site lined by trees and along a clear and pleasant sounding creek. We happened to be there on a recent July Saturday night, and there were NO other campers. The only disappointment was the water spigot nearest our reserved site was out of order, so we simply selected another unreserved site.
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Peter L R
July 14, 2021
would like a refund
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Peter L R
July 14, 2021
would like a refund
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Ameena F
June 16, 2021
I loved camping here. Very inexpensive spots. It was so serene and easy to find downed camp wood. There were no trails but I enjoyed the stay.
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Ameena F
June 16, 2021
I loved camping here. Very inexpensive spots. It was so serene and easy to find downed camp wood. There were no trails but I enjoyed the stay.
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Jaklyn C
June 8, 2021
Site 5 is a great spot. However the site itself is across the little bridge from the parking area so be prepared to walk some stuff into the site. It’s not far! The site is big enough for a couple of tents.
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Jaklyn C
June 8, 2021
Site 5 is a great spot. However the site itself is across the little bridge from the parking area so be prepared to walk some stuff into the site. It’s not far! The site is big enough for a couple of tents.
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Location & Directions for Bird Creek Campground
825 Avenue E, Ely, NV 89301 United States
Elevation: 2,261 ft
Getting There
From Ely, travel north on Highway 93 to the town of McGill. From McGill, go north 3 mi on Highway 93, to the Duck Creek Basin turnoff. Proceed east on Duck Creek Basin Road and turn left at the sign for Bird Creek Recreation Area.
Highway access
Bird Creek Campground is accessible via Highway 93, which is approximately 3 miles to the south at McGill.
Near Great Basin National Park
The closest entrance is: Lehman Caves Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 47.8 mi · over 1 hr (82 min)
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- The group site can only be used during the day and not for overnight stays.
Utilities
- There are no utility hookups provided at this campground.
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Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; use local firewood to prevent pests.
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Last updated: November 2, 2026
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