Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)

Ward Mountain Campground
WARD MTN. CAMPGROUND (MURRAY SUMMIT)
WARD MTN. CAMPGROUND (MURRAY SUMMIT)
WARD MTN. CAMPGROUND (MURRAY SUMMIT)
WARD MTN. CAMPGROUND (MURRAY SUMMIT)

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

20 total sites

RV Sites

20 sites

About Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)

Ward Mountain Recreation Area and Campground sits in the shadow of its namesake, just 10 miles southwest from the city of Ely, in eastern Nevada. It sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Many trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Grill
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Volleyball Court
  • Pavilion
  • Horseshoe Pit
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: WMPT RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: WMTL RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: WMRV RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (144)

What Guests Are Saying

Ward Mountain Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, spacious and private sites, and beautiful surroundings, making it an ideal spot for camping and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained facilities and friendly camp hosts, highlighting the campground's quiet atmosphere and access to hiking and biking trails. However, some concerns were raised about noise from the nearby highway and the lack of water availability, but overall, guests expressed a desire to return for future visits.

Review Summary

4.5
144 reviews
5
63.9%
92
4
25.0%
36
3
8.3%
12
2
0.7%
1
1
2.1%
3

Zachary Z

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: WMPT

3

Water at camp site wouldn’t pump… I was glad I packed enough that it didn’t become an issue. Bathrooms clean and stocked. Lots of small trees for shade, but it does get hot. Lots of bike/hike trails to explore. Only 7 min from town!!! Beautiful!!!

Gabriel C

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 014, Loop: WMTL

5

Great host, clean restroom, quiet at night.

Elizabeth I

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: WMPT

5

Elizabeth I

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: WMPT

5

Robert K

Verified

July 4, 2026 Stayed at: 022, Loop: WMTL

5

Very well cared for sites and restrooms. Beautiful area. Will be back!

Brenda R

July 5, 2026

5

Very clean and beautiful spaces. The group camp looks amazing if you are planning an event. We will make this a regular stop on the way south!

Susan K

Verified

July 18, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: WMPT

5

Many trails of different lengths and difficulty start right from the campground, most with gorgeous views. Nice private sites surrounded by trees, clean facilities.

Anne K

July 20, 2026

5

Everything was absolutely wonderful. We had a great weekend. Everything was super clean when we arrived arrived though with the exception of staples punctured into all of the tables and some strange graffiti on one. Oddly enough the table graffiti talked about leaving the earth better than you found it. We had the site for three days and it was wonderful.

karlynn c

Verified

July 26, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: WMPT

5

Camp hosts were great folks! Super helpful and nice. We had a big group, the restrooms were very clean,as was the campsite and campground. We had a wonderful trip, thank you!

Dan F

Verified

July 30, 2026 Stayed at: 018, Loop: WMTL

3

The campsite was beautiful and the restroom amenities were clean. The issue was the campgrounds are too close to the highway. To my shock, it was horribly loud were in my tent. This problem made for an unrestful sleep because all road traffic could be heard.

Location Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)

Address:
825 Avenue E
Ely, NV, 89301
United States

Elevation: 2240 feet

Distance to downtown

6.3 mi drive to downtown Ely (about 11 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Utility hookups are not available
  • Off-highway vehicles (ATVs, motorcycles, and side-by-sides) are only allowed on the main campground road
  • Additional first-come, first-serve campsites may be available within the campground
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • All individual sites can accomodate for a Tent or RV.

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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