Thomas Canyon

140 Pacific Avenue, Wells, Nevada, United States
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Thomas Canyon
THOMAS CANYON
THOMAS CANYON
THOMAS CANYON
THOMAS CANYON

Featured amenities

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

About Thomas Canyon

Thomas Canyon Campground is located in the scenic Lamoille Canyon, in northeast Nevada, 30 mi from Elko. Visitors enjoy fishing Lamoille Creek and exploring many local hiking trails.

Available sites

24 total sites
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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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24 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 003, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 006, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 017, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

367 reviews

Summary

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Thomas Canyon Campground offers stunning scenery, clean facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite among visitors. Many appreciated the secluded campsites and beautiful hiking trails, notably the one leading to Lamoille Lake. However, some noted the lack of a camp host this year, resulting in maintenance issues and a need for improved care of the grounds and bathrooms.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 367 reviews

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5 stars 71.7% (263)
4 stars 17.7% (65)
3 stars 4.1% (15)
2 stars 4.9% (18)
1 star 1.6% (6)

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David R S

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June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 035, Loop: C

We had a very pleasant six nights at Thomas Canyon CG recently. The only thing that detracted from our experience was confusion concerning the water there. The posting on Rec,gov indicated that the water system was "temporarily out of service", and that campers should arrive with all the water that they would need for their stay. Upon our arrival at the CG, we found the water system working. However, there was no indication as to whether the water was drinkable or not. As there was not campground host on site, we spent most of our trip not using the available water from the taps. Finally, we were able to verify that it was drinkable by asking a Forest Service staff member. A simple notice on bulletin board would have been sufficient to convey this important information. The Forest Service could have done a better job in posting this key information!

the only thing that detracted

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Andrew H

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June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: B

Campground is overgrown and needs vegetation maintenance. No camp host. No firewood for sale. Our site (#19) had very little space for play.

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Grady P

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June 26, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

Beautiful Ruby Mts and rugged trails a gem for camping in Thomas Canyon.
I believe lack of camp host a negative
a negative to a somewhat remote location.

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Grady P

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June 26, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

Beautiful Ruby Mts and rugged trails a gem for camping in Thomas Canyon.
I believe lack of camp host a negative
a negative to a somewhat remote location.

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Stephen K

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June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: A

Beautiful place. No dump station for campers-the only negative.

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Sarina R

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June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: C

Great camping spot. Bathrooms are easily accessible and clean. Water available at spikets. River was nearby. Hiking trail was excellent beside river/up canyon right at campground. Camp table was in great condition. Friendly campers and close to town.

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Stephen K

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June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: A

Beautiful place. No dump station for campers-the only negative.

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Sarina R

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June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: C

Great camping spot. Bathrooms are easily accessible and clean. Water available at spikets. River was nearby. Hiking trail was excellent beside river/up canyon right at campground. Camp table was in great condition. Friendly campers and close to town.

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Hillegina S

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July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

Very nice campground

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Hillegina S

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July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

Very nice campground

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Location & Directions for Thomas Canyon

140 Pacific Avenue, Wells, NV 89835 United States

Elevation: 2,314 ft

Getting There

Take I-80 to any Elko exit and head south to Idaho Street. Turn south on 12th Street (from the east) or on 5th Street (from the west), to State Route 227. Travel 25 mi on SR 227 to Forest Road 660 (Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway). Travel 8 mi on FR ...

Nearest town

Wells, NV - 76 mi

About over 1 hr (83 min) to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-80, with the nearest exits in Elko, followed by a southbound route on State Route 227 for approximately 25 miles. The final approach is via Forest Road 660, which connects to Lamoille Canyon.

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.

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