KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
3 miles south of Ely on Hwy 93, 50 & 6 - also known as Great Basin Boulevard. Follow directional signs towards Great Basin National Park. We are always happy to give directions via telephone! The GPS may not be accurate.
Get Google DirectionsEly, Nevada has year round mountain town charm, major events, unique arts and history, and the best outdoor recreation in the state.
Cave Lake is great fishing for Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. Comins Lake is known for Brown Trout fishing. Fishing license required.
White Pine County Golf Course
Head to Garnet Hill recreation area to hound for Garnets!
There are lots of hiking trails and access points around us
Northern Nevada has a plethora of Ghost Towns for exploring! Stop by the office for a map & information
Nevada is the top gold producing state in the nation.
There a couple of things to remember when prospecting in Nevada. Since Nevada is known as “The Silver State” obviously it offers more than gold. There could be ores that produce both silver and gold. If you find something metal don't pitch it until you're absolutely sure what it is, since a lot of Nevada gold is in the form of a gold/silver alloy called Electrum, and it is a duller gold color.
There are plenty of opportunities around Ely, located in White Pine County, and exploration there has been limited due to the remote areas and harsh climate. Bald Mountain District is located in the northwest part of the county and some good sized nuggets have been found there. The Osceola District has been heavily mined hydraulically in Dry Gulch, and there is lode and placer gold near Ely, Nevada.
Step back in time and spend the day unwinding at the naturally warm, spring fed outdoor pool. The "pool" even has a beach of beautiful white sand. It's the picture perfect place to relax and take in the views.
Located nearby is a shaded picnic area where you can barbecue up some lunch and hang out after you're done in the pool.
No matter how many years go by, spending the day at a local swimming hole is one of those experiences that you won't forget.
Ride your off highway vehicle right from the KOA of Ely! Get the most out of your OHV experience while in White Pine County, go where the locals go, by joining the High Desert Trail Blazers on one of their group rides. Or looking to branch out on your own? Rent an OHV from Eastern Nevada Adventures.
If you do go out on your own, the Nevada OHV Commission webpage is a great resource for maps and information on trails available for your enjoyment and safety.
Please remember to respect our mountains, wildlife, and open spaces, ride responsibly, and get home safely.
Ely is celebrated by mountain bikers in-the-know as a bucket list destination. Riders have access to dozens of miles of trails leading right from downtown and dozens more within a short drive. In the spring, Ely hosts the oldest and longest running Enduro race in the country, Fears, Tears, and Beers. In the fall, Race the Rails pits human grit against the power of the locomotive. And in the winter, riders can compete in the fat bike category of the Bristlecone Birkenbeiner. All year, cyclists can also shuttle their bikes via train, thanks to the new Trains to Trails ticket, to the end of the line and then enjoy a leisurely gravel ride back to Ely. Great Basin Trails Alliance is responsible for maintaining and building trail year round. Show your support by getting involved. You can find all our trails on Trailforks App, You can find all our videos on Youtube. Need a tune up? Check out the local bike shop Sports World
Picture yourself cruising the open highway, golden sagebrush rolling to the horizon, and mountain peaks dusted with the first hint of snow. Driving the lonely highways of Ely, herds of wild horses — the descendants of frontier mustangs — still roam the high desert plains. You might spot them along the foothills near the Antelope, Pancake, or Moriah ranges, their silhouettes cutting against a sky so wide it feels endless.Every turn brings a new view — crimson willows along a creek bed, shimmering aspens in the Schell Creek Mountains, and quiet ghost towns where history whispers through weathered wood. Elk, pronghorn, and wild horses share this rugged land, reminding you what “untamed Nevada” truly means.After a day of exploring, return to your RV under a sky scattered with stars brighter than city lights ever allow — the Great Basin Dark Sky in full display. The smell of campfire, the hush of desert wind, and maybe a distant whinny from a wild horse herd — this is the Wild in Ely.
Ely Murals Tour — Where History Paints the TownStep off the highway and into a living gallery. Ely's historic buildings tell their stories in color — from Wild West legends and Pony Express riders to miners, ranchers, and the Shoshone people who shaped this land.Stroll or drive through downtown and discover more than 20 larger-than-life murals, each one capturing a piece of Nevada's rugged heart. Every wall reveals something new — vivid brushstrokes, real history, and a whole lot of small-town charm.
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