Foxtail Grp 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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Foxtail Grp Picnic Area located in Nevada, offering 50 camping sites.
Foxtail Grp Picnic Area
A Rural campground in Nevada
Overview
Visitors Enjoy Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scenic Driving, and Winter Snowplay in This Forested Desert Oasis. Rock Climbing, Picnicking and Scenic Driving Are Popular Activities. Foxtail Group Picnic Area Is Located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Just 47 Miles From Downtown Las Vegas. Hiking and Mountain Biking Are Popular Activities on the 1.3-Mile Sawmill Trail and the 6.2-Mile Bristlecone Trail. Both Begin Just a Short Drive From Foxtail. When There Is at Least 12 Inches of Snow on the Ground, Foxtail Becomes a Winter Playground for Sledding and Tubing.
This Picnic Area Is a Day-Use Site Only. During the Summer, Seven Group Sites Are Available, Each with Picnic and Serving Tables, Grills and Campfire Circles. the Two Largest Have Pavilions and Fireplaces. Flush Toilets and Drinking Water Are Provided.
During the Winter, Fees Are Per Vehicle for Snowplay. There Is a Selfpay Station. Firerings Will Be Usable. Restrooms Will Be 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.More Than 100 Springs Create the Namesake for the Mountain Range, Making It the Perfect Place to Escape the Heat of the City.
the Picnic Area Is Set Among a Forest of Towering Ponderosa Pine Which Provides Limited 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: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 5851 Lee Canyon Road
City: , Nevada 89124.0
Coordinates: 36.3086111, -115.6694444
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|biking|playground|picnic|restroom|water|trail|group-site|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 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
⚡ Coyote Corner NV
Distance: 18.1 miles away
Address: 4960 Manse Rd, Pahrump, NV
Network: red_e
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232165
- 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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