Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site campground
Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site
The nearby points of interest include the Great Basin National Park, the Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park, and the Lehman Caves National Monument. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, fishing, and hunting in the area.
The campground offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is no potable water available, so visitors are advised to bring their own water.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of a large elk herd that can be seen grazing in the meadows during the fall and winter months. The area is also home to a variety of other wildlife species such as mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and coyotes.
The best time of year to visit the Ely Elk Viewing Area Recreation Site Campsite is during the fall and winter months when the elk herd is present. Average temperatures during the fall range from 50 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, while winter temperatures can drop to below freezing. Visitors are advised to dress accordingly and bring warm clothing.
What's on-site at Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cave Lake State Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Ward Mountain | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cleve Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ward Mountain Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site -- 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 | → |
| Lehman Creek Near Baker | 4 cfs | → |
| Big Spring Nr Duckwater | 14 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cave Mtn Nwr Wxl69 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cave Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| 14k09 - Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ward Mountain | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Ward Mountain | 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
- Cave Lake State Park
- Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Site
- Willow Creek Recreation Area State Park
- High Schells Wilderness
- Steptoe Park
- Ely City Park
Points of interest
- Historic Ward Cemetery
- Historic Ward Townsite
- Garnet Hill Recreation Area
- Osceola Historic Cemetery
- Duck Creek Basin Receation Area
- Lehman Caves Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Mt Moriah Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters To Eastern Boundary Of Great Basin National Park
- Wilderness Boundary To Trailhead/Roads End
- Headwaters, Includes N Fork And Main Fork To T20n,R66e, Sec 17
- Trailhead To Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Boundary
- T15n,R58e,Sec 7 To T15n,R57e,Sec 20
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 Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site
Can I make reservations at Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site?
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 Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site?
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 Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site.