Atlatl_Campground

📌 Nevada 📍 36.418733,-114.551766 ⛰ 2,320 ft

Atlatl Campground is set among bright red Aztec sandstone outcroppings in the Valley of Fire State Park. There are 44 campsites offering easy access to the scenic and historic features of the park.

Amenities

Campsites

Atlatl Campground has 44 campsites, all roads and driveways are gravel. Each comes with a covered picnic table, fire ring and barbecue grill except 20, 21 and 22 which are walk-in sites for tent campers only. The fee for these campsites was $20.00 per day. Sites 23 through 44 offer water and electrical hookups but cost $10 more.

Water

Yes both from faucets and from hookups in campsites 23 through 44.

Restroom

The restrooms have flushing toilets and lavs.

Electricity

Yes, in campsites 23 through 44.

Firewood

I saw firewood available for purchase at the Visitor Center. They charged $7 per bundle in 2020.

Pets

Yes but must be on a leash.

Picnic Area

There are serveral picnic areas in the park but not in Atlatl Campground.

Handicap Access

Campsite 6 is handicap equipped as well as the restrooms.

RV Dump Site

Yes, the RV dump station is located on the road between the two campgrounds.

Nearest Shower

The restrooms have showers.

Phone Service

Cell service is spotty most likely at the east or west entrance or in the White Dome area.

Garbage Services

Yes, in locations scattered about the campground.

Recreation

Fishing

No.

Boating

No.

Swimming

No.

Hiking

There are numerous trails to hike. Such as the trail to Mouse's Tank at 3/4 mile round trip or the White Dome loop at 1.25 miles. Longer trails exist, stop in at the Visitor's Center for a brochure and map.

Recreation

Checkout our review of the Valley of Fire State Park for recreational opportunities.

Wildlife

We saw one desert sheep near the east entrance to the park. There are birds and lizards as well as rabbits, coyotes and other wildlife nearby but most are noctural.

Fees & Reservations

Fees & Res.

For information on fees or to reserve a campsite follow this link to Valley of Fire State Park.

Getting There

I have included a link to a GoogleMap from Las Vegas to help you find your way.

7-Day Forecast

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This information is accurate as of the date of the review.