Ward Mountain campground
Ward Mountain
The campground offers a range of amenities, including vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and potable water. The camping area offers 18 first-come-first-serve sites, which can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Visitors are advised to bring their own food and supplies, as there are no stores or restaurants nearby.
One quirky fact about Ward Mountain Camping Area is that it was named after a local settler, Henry Ward, who operated a charcoal kiln in the area during the late 1800s. The kiln, known as the Ward Charcoal Ovens, is now a state historic park and a popular tourist attraction.
The best time to visit the Ward Mountain Camping Area is from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 40-80°F. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and scenic drives during this time of year. During the winter months, the area is covered in snow and inaccessible by vehicle.
What's on-site at Ward Mountain
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 Ward Mountain, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Mountain Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ward Mountain Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Egan Crest Bike Trails Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ely Elk Viewing Area - Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ward Charcoal Ovens State Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ward Mountain -- 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 | → |
| Preston Big Spring Nr Preston Nv | 7 cfs | → |
| Cleve C Nr Ely | 6 cfs | → |
| Lehman Creek Near Baker | 4 cfs | → |
| Big Spring Nr Duckwater | 14 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ward Mountain -- 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 | → |
| 14k09 - Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Defiance Mines | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cave Mtn Nwr Wxl69 | 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
- Willow Creek Recreation Area State Park
- Bristlecone Wilderness
- Cave Lake 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 Ward Mountain as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ward Mountain
Can I make reservations at Ward Mountain?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Ward Mountain?
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 Ward Mountain.