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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)

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)

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 30

Rates, Sites & Availability

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20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
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🚐 008, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
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🚐 010, Loop: WMPT
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 013, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 014, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 016, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 017, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 018, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 022, Loop: WMTL
No Hookups
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🚐 023, Loop: WMRV
No Hookups
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🚐 024, Loop: WMRV
No Hookups
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🚐 025, Loop: WMRV
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🚐 027, Loop: WMRV
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🚐 028, Loop: WMRV
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🚐 029, Loop: WMRV
No Hookups
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🚐 030, Loop: WMRV
No Hookups
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Reviews (117)

What Guests Are Saying

Ward Mountain Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting just 5 miles from Ely, featuring spacious and clean campsites with great amenities like BBQ pits and picnic tables. Many reviews highlight the campground's quiet atmosphere, clean restrooms, and friendly hosts, making it a pleasant spot for both short and longer stays. However, visitors should note that water availability can be an issue, and some have experienced challenges with reservations.

Review Summary

4.4
117 reviews
5
59.0%
69
4
29.9%
35
3
8.5%
10
2
0.9%
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1
1.7%
2

Deb S

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: WMTL

5

We love this place. So quiet and clean

Krista S

Verified

August 19, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: WMTL

5

This has become a favorite campground for us. The work that was done to upgrade the campground is amazing. We love being next to the fabulous mountain biking trails.

David H

Verified

August 15, 2022 Stayed at: 010, Loop: WMPT

5

We loved this CG. High elevation and cooled off at night. Nice big sites. Quiet and clean. Nice cooking stands.

Peter J

Verified

August 1, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: WMPT

3

Our campsite was nice and in good condition as well as quite clean. However, since the water was turned off, I have rated this campground lower than I normally would. It is a very nice facilty with many trees. Without water, it created a problem for us. The vault toilets were clean.

Emma L

Verified

August 1, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: WMPT

5

Each site was not completely separated but had a good amount of privacy. The camp host was extremely welcoming and patrolled the area well. Each site has some trees, so great for hammocking!

Bruce M

Verified

July 30, 2022 Stayed at: 025, Loop: WMRV

5

Beautiful campground and very peaceful. Camp host provides a very wonderful experience with his care of the campground.

John H

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 024, Loop: WMRV

5

We have camped here twice on our trips to other places. But now we want to return and spend a few days in the peace and quiet.

Mike H

July 9, 2022

4

This was the second time our class used a group site at Ward Mountain for a class reunion activity. The facilities are perfect for a large gathering, we did not have as many attendees this time so I booked a smaller group site. Still there was plenty of room, plenty of parking and the facility was clean upon arrival, including the bathrooms.

The only negative is the lack of water, I recall we had no water five years ago either, so obviously this is an ongoing issue.

Catherine D

June 28, 2022

4

We had a wonderful Girl's Camp. Everyone was helpful and friendly.

Matthew B

Verified

June 28, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: WMPT

5

The camping sites were amazing. Nice and large and level spots for motorhome or tent. It was clean and inviting. The view of the surrounding mountains was beautiful. The bathrooms though pit toilets did not smell and were always clean. This is an excellent campground.

Location Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit)

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

Latitude & Longitude: 39.2125 / -114.968

Elevation: 2240 feet

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: June 4, 2026

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