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South Ruby Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters

🏕️ CampgroundRuby Mtns / Humboldt-ToiyabeNevada⭐ 4.3 (56)
South Ruby Campground
🟢 8 open windows right now — soonest Sun Aug 30–Wed Sep 2
Availability checked 9h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

South Ruby Campground in Nevada has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Aug 30–Wed Sep 2. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sun Aug 30 – Wed Sep 23 nightsbook these dates →opened 22h ago👥 6 in a row, LOWE #005–LOWE #010 next to each othersites LOWE #005, #006, #007, #008, #009, #010, #012, UPPE #015, #018, #023, #024, #028, #030, #033, #035
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →sites UPPE #022
Mon Aug 31 – Wed Sep 22 nightsbook these dates →sites UPPE #017
Fri Sep 4 – Mon Sep 73 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOWE #010, UPPE #028, #030
Fri Sep 4 – Sun Sep 62 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 LOWE #007 & LOWE #008 next to each othersites LOWE #007, #008
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOWE #005, #012, UPPE #018, #024
Fri Sep 11 – Sun Sep 132 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites UPPE #022
Sun Sep 13 – Wed Sep 163 nightsbook these dates →sites UPPE #013

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite LOWE #005 — South Ruby Campground Site 5
Site LOWE #005 · South Ruby Campground Site 5Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #005 — South Ruby Campground Site 5
Site LOWE #005 · South Ruby Campground Site 5Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWE #006 — South Ruby Campground Site 6
Site LOWE #006 · South Ruby Campground Site 6Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #006 — South Ruby Campground Site 6
Site LOWE #006 · South Ruby Campground Site 6Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWE #007 — South Ruby Campground Site 7
Site LOWE #007 · South Ruby Campground Site 7Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #007 — South Ruby Campground Site 7
Site LOWE #007 · South Ruby Campground Site 7Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWE #008 — South Ruby Campground Site 8
Site LOWE #008 · South Ruby Campground Site 8Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #008 — South Ruby Campground Site 8
Site LOWE #008 · South Ruby Campground Site 8Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWE #009 — South Ruby Campground Site 9
Site LOWE #009 · South Ruby Campground Site 9Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #009 — South Ruby Campground Site 9
Site LOWE #009 · South Ruby Campground Site 9Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWE #010 — South Ruby Campground Site 10
Site LOWE #010 · South Ruby Campground Site 10Lana Caterson
Campsite LOWE #010 — South Ruby Campground Site 10
Site LOWE #010 · South Ruby Campground Site 10Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 19 openings at South Ruby Campground over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 7–13 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~449 mi from LA💵 $17–$34/nightRv NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.3★★★★☆55 ratings
5★34
4★11
3★6
2★1
1★3
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T2.1/4
T-Mobile0.6/4
Verizon0.1/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ South Ruby Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at South Ruby Campground?

South Ruby Campground in Nevada takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at South Ruby Campground?

Campsite fees at South Ruby Campground run about $17–$34/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at South Ruby Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like South Ruby Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at South Ruby Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 19 openings at South Ruby Campground over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 7–13 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is South Ruby Campground a good campground?

South Ruby Campground holds an average rating of 4.3/5 from 56 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at South Ruby Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at South Ruby Campground, AT&T rates highest at 2.1 out of 5 from 16 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is South Ruby Campground located?

South Ruby Campground is located in Ruby Mtns / Humboldt-Toiyabe, Nevada. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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