Sand dunes stretch across this remote BLM campground, where visitors can walk directly from their sites onto the shifting landscape. The Bureau of Land Management maintains basic amenities including picnic tables, with space for big rigs and reliable cell service. A large solar field sits north of the camping area.
Recent visitors report finding the area empty, allowing for uninterrupted dune exploration and expansive desert views. The campground prohibits pets and permits alcohol. Drive-in and walk-in access makes it accessible to various camping setups. For campers wanting more services, Tonopah RV provides full hookups about 11 miles south.
Description
OHV travel is limited to existing roads and trails. OHV use on un-vegetative sand areas is allowed.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundCrescent Sand Dunes is located in Nevada
Directions
From Tonopah head US 6 West/95 North turn right between mile marker 55 and 54 onto Poleline Road and travel approximately 9 miles site will be on your left and will consist of a 2 mile unimproved dirt road to the site. Caution should be used in the area as vehicles can get stuck easily in the sand around the Dunes.
Coordinates
38.22885349 N
117.33422981 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 51 min from Carson City, NV
- 3 hrs 57 min from Reno, NV
- 6 hrs 46 min from Visalia, CA
- 7 hrs 16 min from Fresno, CA
