Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area campground
Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area
The campground amenities include primitive campsites with no fees, fire rings, and vault toilets. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and supplies as there are no utilities or services available. The campground is popular among hikers, mountain bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a remote and secluded camping experience.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of unique desert wildlife such as pronghorn antelope and bighorn sheep. The Egan Crest Bike Trails are also a popular destination for birdwatchers, offering an opportunity to spot various species of raptors and other birds of prey.
The best time of year to visit the Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area Campsite is in the spring and fall when temperatures are milder, averaging around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to around 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Summer temperatures can exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, making outdoor activities uncomfortable and potentially dangerous. Winter temperatures can drop well below freezing, and snow and ice can make the trails and roads impassable. Therefore, it's best to avoid visiting during these seasons.
Sources:
- Bureau of Land Management: Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area
- Nevada State Parks: Spring Valley State Park
- National Weather Service: Ely, Nevada Climate Data
What's on-site at Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Mountain Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ward Mountain Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ward Mountain | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cave Lake State Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Berry Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Steptoe C Nr Ely | 3 cfs | → |
| Water Canyon Cr Nr Preston Nv | 1 cfs | → |
| Cleve C Nr Ely | 6 cfs | → |
| Preston Big Spring Nr Preston Nv | 7 cfs | → |
| Big Spring Nr Duckwater | 14 cfs | → |
| Lehman Creek Near Baker | 4 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Snow 18z | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ward Mountain | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Ward Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| 14k09 - Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Berry Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Ely City Park
- Steptoe Park
- Bristlecone Wilderness
- Cave Lake State Park
- Willow Creek Recreation Area State Park
- Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Site
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area.