Elk Flat - Cave Lake State Park — RV Camping in Ely, NV

Elk Flat Campground at Cave Lake State Park sits in the high desert of eastern Nevada near Ely, offering a scenic retreat centered around a 32-acre reservoir stocked with rainbow and German brown trout. The campground features level sites equipped with fire pits, grills, and picnic tables, alongside modern amenities including showers, toilets, water hookups, and a dump station. Pets are welcome, making it a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts traveling with animals. The reservoir invites year-round recreation — summer visitors enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and mountain biking, while winter draws ice fishing, snowmobiling, ice skating, and snowshoeing. Four developed hiking trails wind through the park, with connections to the American Discovery Trail for longer excursions. Wildlife is abundant in the surrounding terrain, with elk, mule deer, mountain lions, bobcats, and birds of prey frequently spotted. Group camping is available at the site. Located just outside Ely in White Pine County, Cave Lake State Park provides an accessible wilderness experience in a less-traveled corner of Nevada, ideal for those seeking solitude, fishing, and year-round outdoor adventure in the Great Basin region.