Ruby Valley lures RVers with Ruby Lake's trophy trout and the stark beauty of the Ruby Mountains. South Ruby Campground and Ruby Lake Dispersed put you steps from the wildlife refuge's glassy waters and epic hikes. Camp here for solitude, fly fishing, and nights under unpolluted stars from just $29/night.
Ruby Valley thrives as Nevada's hidden outpost in Elko County, anchored by Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge where trumpeter swans winter and anglers hook 20-inch rainbows. Drivers cruise Overland Pass for panoramic views, hikers summit trails near Tabor Guard Station, ranchers still work historic spreads amid sagebrush seas. Annual refuge bird counts draw enthusiasts each fall.
South Ruby Campground fits pet-loving families who bring dogs on leashes, offering sites from $29/night amid cottonwoods. Ruby Lake Dispersed draws rugged boondockers with drinking water pumps and vast open spaces for starlit solitude.
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Ruby Valley shines for Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge and world-class trout fishing. The refuge shelters 250 bird species, including bald eagles, across 40,000 acres of wetlands and uplands. Anglers chase rainbows from shore or drift boat, while hikers explore the nearby Ruby Mountains' alpine trails.
South Ruby Campground and Ruby Lake Dispersed top the list for Ruby Valley RV stays. South Ruby offers pet-friendly sites from $29/night near the lake's edge. Ruby Lake Dispersed provides primitive spots with drinking water in the wildlife refuge.
Yes, South Ruby Campground welcomes pets on all sites. Bring your dog to romp near Ruby Lake while you fish or hike. Ruby Lake Dispersed allows pets too, but check dispersed rules for leashes and waste.