Cathedral Rock Picnic Area sits among the stunning landscapes of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters in Nevada . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Cathedral Rock Picnic Area located in Mount Charleston, Nevada, offering 50 camping sites.
Cathedral Rock Picnic Area
A Rural campground in Nevada
Overview
Visitors Enjoy Hiking, Horseback Riding and Scenic Driving in This Forested Desert Oasis. Rock Climbing, Picnicking and Scenic Driving Are Popular Activities. Cathedral Rock Group Picnic Area Is Located at the Top of Beautiful Kyle Canyon in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Just 30 Miles From Las Vegas. No Trails Can Be Accessed Through the Picnic Area at the Present Time. Trails May Be Found at the Forest Service Trailhead on the Other End of Cathedral Rock Picnic Area. the New Spring Mountain Visitor Center Is a 15 Minute Drive Down the Canyon, with Guided Hikes and Educational Programs. the Picnic Area Is for Day-Use Only. Two Group Sites Are Available, Both with Large Picnic Tables, Serving Tables, Grills and Cement Site Pads. Parking Areas Are Paved. Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Trash Collection Are Provided. the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Is a Beautiful Island in the Desert, Brimming with Breathtaking Scenery and Diverse Flora and Fauna. the Bristlecone Pine, the World’S Oldest Organism, and the Rare Mount Charleston Blue Butterfly Are Both Found Within the Spring Mountains.
Over 100 Springs Create the Namesake for the Mountain Range, Creating the Perfect Place to Escape the Heat of the City.
the Picnic Area Is Set Among a Forest of Ponderosa Pine, White Fir, Aspen, Mountain Mahogany and Gambel Oak, Which Provides Partial Shade. the Area Affords Views of the Surrounding Spring Mountains.
Nearby Attractions
More Than 60 Miles of Hiking and Horseback Riding Trails Crisscross the Area; Two Trails Allow Mountain Biking.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types:
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Mount Charleston, Nevada
Coordinates: 36.2566667, -115.6438889
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|biking|picnic|water|trail|group-site|rv|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $20-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 10 stations
Nearest Market: LAS VEGAS/RENO
Notes: Signals FROM LAS VEGAS/RENO MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 20 stations (6 AM, 14 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, POP, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KXNT 840 Am
Market: LAS VEGAS/RENO
Notes: 6 AM, 14 FM Stations from Las Vegas/Reno
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Distance: 16.5 miles away
Address: 6375 NV-159, Blue Diamond, NV
Network: rivian_waypoints
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232163
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
- Park Website: /parks/humboldt-toiyabe-national-forest-headquarters/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: humboldt-toiyabe-national-forest-headquarters
- Parent Park Name: Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
- Correct Park Type Mapping: humboldt-toiyabe-national-forest-headquarters
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 43.0
- States Covered: California, Nevada
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1029
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1029, 1029.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: nevada
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: humboldt-toiyabe-national-forest-headquarters
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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