Grey Cliffs Campground in Great Basin National Park is a group camp that offers the opportunity to camp in an International Dark Sky Park.
Grey Cliffs Campground - Great Basin National Park
Park Alerts
Current construction and rehabilitation projects at Great Basin National Park include:
* Rehabilitate wastewater collection and water distribution systems in areas surrounding Leahman Caves Visitor Center.
This will include temporary disruptions to the Leahman Caves Visitor Center Parking, access, and water systems. (Through November 2024)
* Lower Leahman Creek Campground expansion and renovation. Closed through the Winter of 2025
The Grey Cliffs Group Campground in Great Basin National Park is divided into three sections. The campsites included in each section are clearly marked.
Each campsite has quite a bit of space, along with picnic tables, outhouses, and barbecue brassieres.
Those who love the desert will appreciate the late spring, with the smell of sagebrush all around, especially after a thunderstorm.
Great Basin National Park Entrance Fee
Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.
Great Basin National Park does not charge an entrance fee!
Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.
$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.
Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.
National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.
Grey Cliffs Campground camping fees
Make sure to check with the park for the most updated camping fees
Campground Reservations
Are Campground Reservations Available? Yes, The campground accepts reservations from Memorial Day through September.
Reservations: Yes, Reservations are on Recreation.gov
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
How far in advance can you make a reservation?
You can reserve up to 30 days in advance.
Confirmation paper should be clipped to the post provided at your campsite.
Grey Cliffs Campground Map
Campground Information
Season: open Memorial Day - Labor Day (weather permitting)
Number of Group Sites: 16
Checkout time: 12 pm (noon)
Campground Address:
Grey Cliffs Campground
Baker, NV 89311
Latitude/Longitude:
38° 59' 22.8998" N
114° 13' 16.7999" W
Elevation: 7115 Feet in Elevation
Accessible Sites: There are 2 ADA Accessible campsites. On Loop C, site C3 is accessible. As well as A8 on Loop A. Both sites are located next to accessible restrooms.
Campground Amenities
Potable Water? There is no potable water, but water is available at the (first-come, first-served) Baker Creek Campground.
Bear Boxes: No
Flush Toilet Restrooms? No, only Vault Toilets are available at Grey Cliffs Campground
Laundry: No
Showers: No
Is WI-FI available? No
Payphone: Not in the campground
Is Cellular Service Available? Possibly, we had spotty service in the park with T-Mobile and someone with at&t told me the same.
Is there a camp host available on-site? No
Is Firewood Available for Purchase: Fires may only be built in provided metal fire rings. When not attended, fires must be extinguished. Only dead wood on the ground may be collected for use as fuel for campfires within the park.
Amphitheater: No
Are Fire pits/fire rings available at each site? Yes
Are Picnic Tables available at each site? Yes
RV Camping at Grey Cliffs Campground
RVs are not permitted due to space constraints.
Campground Regulations
The maximum number of people in a campsite: There is a 9-person minimum in each campsite, and a 16-person maximum group size in a campsite is 16 people per campsite or 30 persons per loop.
The number of cars per campsite: No more than two vehicles, three tents, one RV
Quiet Hours: Quiet hours, including generators, are from 8 pm to 8 am
Pets Allowed: Pets must be kept on a leash (6 feet or less in length) and/or under physical control at all times. Pets are not allowed on trails. Leaving a pet unattended and tied to an object is prohibited.
Maximum Stay: The maximum continuous stay at any campsite is 14 days.
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Don't forget to pack
Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water.
We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips. Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors.
Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.
Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.
Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!
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Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.
How to get to Campground
From the east or west: From U.S. Highways 6 and 50, turn south on Nevada State Highway 487 and travel 5 miles to Baker, NV. In Baker, turn west on Highway 488 and travel 5 miles to the park.
From the south (Utah): Travel north on Utah State Highway 21 through Milford, UT, and Garrison, UT, which will become Nevada State Highway 487 as you cross the border. Turn west on Highway 488 in Baker and travel 5 miles to the park.
From the south (Nevada): Travel north on U.S. Highway 93 (Great Basin Highway). At the junction of U.S. Highway 6 & 50, drive east to Nevada State Highway 487 and turn south. Travel 5 miles to Baker, NV. In Baker, turn west on Highway 488 and travel 5 miles to the park.
Lodging near Great Basin National Park
There are no glamping tents, cabins, or National Park Lodges available at Great Basin National Park.
The majority of lodging for Great Basin NP is in Ely, Nevada, about an hour from the park.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ely - We stayed in this hotel during our last visit to the park and it was great. Free continental breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room Wi-Fi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ely - Free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ely, an IHG Hotel. Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation at Steam Room, the onsite spa. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room Wi-Fi.
Hotel Nevada - We stayed in this historic casino hotel during one of our trips to the park. It is definitely a historic hotel.
Additional Campground Photos
Additional National Park Resources
Complete Guide to exploring Great Basin National Park - Guide with information about Great Basin National Park including activities, camping, hiking and more!
Top Things to Do in Great Basin NP - List of the park's main attractions of Great Basin National Park including the Lehman Caves Visitor Center, Taking a guided tour of Lehman Caves, driving the 12-mile Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive, exploring the Great Basin Night Skies and more!
Great Basin Camping Guide - Complete guide to camping at Great Basin National Park, including Grey Cliffs Campground, Lower Lehman Creek Campground, Wheeler Peak Campgrounds, Snake Creek Campground, and Baker Creek Campground.
Great Basin Star Train Nevada - See the stars with a Great Basin Park Ranger.
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